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Who knew there are so many blind people visiting London. Maybe they should make it a requirement to be in the box you have to be willing to tell people not to touch the horse. I saw a video yesterday were the horse was getting annoyed and kept hitting the sign as if to say look at the sign don't touch.
G’day, John, and to you too, Bubba. The plain truth is, people read the signs, and hear the directions of where to stand, they simply feel they are above all that.
I can only summarize today. As being a huge disappointment. By the male Life Guards. No shade intended. I adore and respect. Both regiments immensely. They need to follow. The female Royal Guards lead. That have been on it brilliantly. Props! To the tall officer he tried. Keeping my fingers crossed.. For a lasting turn around. Some of these tourists are just too much.☹️👎👎🤞
Touching the horse and grabbing reins is worse than ever. It’s the guards and police job to tell ignorant tourists to stop, not John’s. Love your work, John. Thank you for all you do.🫶🏻
🤦♀ The first two guards did so well, and the next two totally wrecked the progress of those before them, and let folks do anything they wanted to the horses! They were rubbing themselves all over them like animals, and molesting and pawing them all over! Now not only can you molest the horses, but you can once again grab the reins with no reaction from the guards, just the like the bad ole days! It's really a shame to see the total juxtaposition of the signs and guards, as the signs have absolutely no meaning to them! It's just so odd that they don't have to follow a rule that sits right next to them, on not one sign, but two!! Just my opinion of course.
Why bother putting up signs if the guards cannot enforce. I preferred it when they would speak loudly. Is this new since the new PM or has KC III encouraged this. I like it better before. The guards deserve better as well. People don't touch the reins and now horses and move out of the way for crying out loud, when the foot guard is coming. LOL, things that can irk. Peace to the guards and police and horses.
@@aannddrryyaa I couldn't agree more! I say, take down the signs, as they are really are of no use, and let the guards be vocal again! Taking away that ability, is taking away any semblance of being a member of the military. Being able to speak loudly is so needed, as it's the only thing that tourists seem to understand.
What is wrong with some of these guards. Surely they have to abide by military RULES. The ones who allow the mauling SPOIL it all.!!! Surely their higher up members can have a quiet word with them as they are really annoying the public with their "ah let the lassie have a stroke" PATHETIQUE I call it & them.
nice to see the wonderful lady police officer back she always manage to deal with tourists politely and an effective command' its great having the life guards back and i do enjoy your wonderful explanations and humour notes why has the number of police officers been reduced
John I am absolutely horrified & furious at this total disregard for the signs & so disappointed at the troopers not shouting at the morons. I'm coming south again Wed 21st & will hopefully visit HG again as I want to visit the museum this time. And if I see tourists being disrespectful I won't be able to stop myself pointing out the signs. It seems that it's now at the point that there needs to be 2 official *sentries * to stop this happening. it looks worse than ever as though they are treating the sign as a challenge 🤬
@@kathyjones285 Their higher ups probably have told them not too (I don't think they realise that tourists are ignoring the signs) but it's not really fair to blamer the guards when they're just following orders.
I think they want to get rid of the youtubers filming all the time. The guards not shouting isn't good material for views and they PTB are hoping they get bored and go away. I think they got a lot of negative feedback from the shouting in the past and youtubers are the reason.
@rogerrighs6055 I agree with you on the blues do enforce the do not touch the horse. I don’t know why the reds are not enforcing the rules they must of left their voices in the stable.
Why do they not yell at these entitled tourists who touch the horse. The lady in the orange shirt was a disgrace. Right in front of the sign and she still does it. That should be get in trouble for that.OMG !!!! The blues lady guards would not tolerate this. I would be screaming.
Profoundly deaf lady in orange using signing to show her friend on video call - would have heard nothing & probably not understanding written English too well. That cheaply made graphic sign insufficient for all languages .
The guards are *not* responsible for the tourists' behaviour, they are just doing their job and following orders. Whether they can shout or not is up to their higher ups, who clearly don't realise that the signs are still being ignored.
@@chrisd2p2 I don't know how you would get that from two signs that say and indicate not to touch the horses. These tourists are so blatantly stupid it isn't funny.
@@John-G He certainly does, need advice. He’s contradicting the official signs that tell people to not, touch the horse. If there was an accident and someone decided to sue, they could say, “ The trooper said it was ok”.
I live in an area of Southern South Australia which has seriously dangerous beaches, big ocean swells and rips etc, no swimming signage in various languages, signs depicting drowning with red lines through the swimming and all water activities, do not enter the water blah blah....we have literally told tourists to read the sign and look at the pictures while saying DO NOT go in that water and shaking our heads doing the swimming actions. They nod and say ok, then they walk down the stairs and pop their towels on the sand and run in.....we walk away and leave them to it. They must be related to the tourists ignoring the don't touch signage over their! 🙄😂
This is getting beyond a joke. Has the Guard lost his voice? It took the MOD Policeman , The Plebs are taking the Michael Don’t Touch The Horse means Don’t Touch the Horse😡
I have seen so many people calling or saying the troopers/guards are a joke. 🤬 I wonder if they have been told not to shout at the tourist by higher ups? People will continue to do whatever unless they're held accountable.
@@kathyjones285 The troopers are most certainly NOT a joke. They do a great job and I think that the failing is in someone higher up the ranks not giving everyone in both regiments clear and precise instructions on what they should do.
@@John-G well some enforce it but some don't seem to care.The police if they're about do ask the tourists not to touch the horses. No point in the second sign or the original one if they are continually ignored.
@@John-G The horse is top priority they should be protected either by the guard or police especially now there are signs indicating that it is not allowed.
Oh I love that tall police officers who checked the car , he’s always one of the forceful ones at Horse Guards , hadn’t seen him for a bit . Hope he comes back there and doesn’t stay too long at Downing Street .
Good morning from South Florida. I must tell you I really enjoy watching your videos. You do such a great job filming and very informative. I’ve never been to London before, but I sure would like to put it on my bucket list as I’ve learned so much from watching your videos. Keep doing what you’re doing. You’re doing a great job and we all really enjoy your hard work.
Good morning John! From the museum streets and colonial buildings of Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia ! Always a pleasure to hear your voice and see the scenes of London!
Looks like they are touching the horses again today as if there was no change in signage. I love your channel John but can't stand to see all these freaking tourists allowed to abuse the horses. I'll be back when the blues return. Now that we’ve observed, this can work....I'm not going back to the madness.
The Guards really need to enforce the "Do not touch the horse" signs.....way too many people walked right up and started touching the horses. My main concern is that with all the crazies out there, some might get the idea to give the horses drugs or poison (yes, I do think there are a number of clowns that would do that). Imagine feeding one LSD or magic mushrooms....or ricin.
@@John-G Some guards tell them Do Not Touch The Horse or Do Not Touch The reins....others do not. It should be across the board that they tell everyone to stop touching the horse, back away from the horse. Since the signs went up "do not touch the reins" and then "do not touch the horse" I have seen some people determined they are going to do it anyway....one gets away with it and next thing, like blow flies, a dozen more are going to try it. Basically the best solution is to NOT allow Tourons within 5 ft of the horse or guards.
I think in addition to the new signs which should be on both sides of the box, that a half circle painted in red and a large X should be added around where the horses are. The circle should be 5-6’ from the opening because horses like to stick their heads out to cool off or watch the goings on. Also why aren’t a lot of the horse guards not telling people to step back or don’t touch the horse. Why can’t they speak up!
@nancyprice6967 . Public pavement in Whitehall , Westminster Council not MOD , so no painted lines on a busy footpath .Nothing to hang signs on the other side of the box , Grade 1 Listed Building permission needed .
I have served in the army, and I have performed sentry duties and was expected to be alert at all times and enforce any rules. I also had the great pleasure of exercising the guards horses, no I was not in HCAV, but a regular, a trained chauffeur, driving the bigwigs around, a perk of the job was that on days off some of us drivers would get to exercise the horses. But back to my point, the guards are on sentry duty, thus they should be alert, aware of the rules and should enforce them - that does not mean they have to shout, but be firm for the sake of the horses.
It is ridiculous that some guards just destroy the efforts of the guards as well as the police officers that do enforce the no touch rule. Signs are good but must be enforced. It's common sense! 😠
Much love from Vegas to London..... you mentioned Bubba Smith the actor, he was always one of my NFL players, Bubba played for the Baltimore Colts, Oakland Raiders and Houston Oilers in the USA back in the day! Again thank you for your commentary, stay safe and blow a kiss to the horses for me! ❤❤❤
I am wondering if some of the troopers are using their own discretion when it comes to stroking the horses as some of the horses do like the interaction with the ppl. The troopers will know the horses temperament as well. having watched a few vids with the signs up now and noticed that some horses look like they do miss the human interaction plus i love it when they have a nibble makes it more entertaining because some of them are so cheeky
Lets give guards a break we don,t know what they,ve been told.yes l agree people need to get the message but they could spend all day yelling.horses are stunning
Maybe the don't touch the horse's sign is a kind of disclaimer. Someone gets thrown over a horses shoulder, not the horse or riders fault as there is a written sign plus a pictorial version for those that don't speak English.
Right! It could be a liability issue. The signs are there for insurance purposes, keeping the insistent and persistent ignorant tourists from trying to sue in case of injury. 🤷🏼♀️
Mr O R Monde has been brought over twice with the Blues but we are yet to see him in the box. Why? 😢 Bring back Ormonde, we miss him! Also would like to see Rarden back with the Life Guards! Agreed with others comments re the inconsistency of the troopers enforcing the new rules 🤷
I think it is also rude of some tourists to even ask if they can touch the horse. What part of 'do not touch' do they think does not or should not apply to them. If they are visiting a museum with priceless artefacts that say the same thing will they ask if it is okay to touch.
Are they ever going to straighten the new iconic sign? The new sign is in a terrible location not only because people constantly stand in front of it, hiding it from view most of the time, but people also press against the sign which causes it to shift positions. The sign for both guard boxes need to be moved to the other side of the box and placed high enough that tourists do not block the view or press against it, causing the sign to shift. Why can't the administrators figure that out?
The troopers have a responsibility to enforce the rules regarding their horses. The are military horses on duty not ponies in a petting zoo. Hopefully they are called out by their superiors. Its confusing and unfair to the tourists. Things are looking sloppy,no chain up, a sign all crooked,and a couple of Troopers sitting there like two lazy lumps,not looking like they are in control at all. So much for on guard.
I am starting to think that the troopers have been told to not to say anything. Even after the police officer told them not to touch some stupid woman went straight up and did just that. I love your videos but this has sent my stress levels right up. I am not surprised you mentioned turning the camera off. Let’s hope things improve very soon.
I was thinking the same. I understand it’s meant to clarify the sign above, but I almost think it would stand out more on the other side of the arch, and higher up. It’s right at the height of people posing, so half the time it’s blocked from sight.
Since the guards are not enforcing the do not touch the horse rule, I guess they are ok looking like a cheap tourist attraction instead of the Kings Royal Guards.
@@rennaehanson9996that person is trying to start arguments. They have posted on several comments. It's ok to have a different opinion but he is insulting people. TROLL
Oh well - looks like I’ll be shouting “get your grubby mitts off the horse” at the screen for a while yet. At least they used to have the “don’t touch the reins” rule sorted but one man wasn’t just mauling the horse but was grabbing the reins too and the guard said nothing. I’d say they must be getting conflicting orders to not shout at tourists who ignore the signs that someone has decided needed to be changed and even had pictorial signs erected if it wasn’t for the fact that the lady guards are more than up for enforcing the rules. Looks like I’ll have to stock up on Kalms for the foreseeable future.
just heard shocking news 11 year old Australian girl stabbed in London by man arrested by police. thank God she is ok. my sympathies to my fellow 🇦🇺 Aussies. keep safe. 😮
Hi John I'm loving your humour and chat today . It's amazing that you know all the types of hats . I hope you get well soon. I so enjoy your videos they are priceless ❤
Hi John. Zanador (spelling). loves attention. He is a very sweet guy. He is interacting with the people so that’s why they touch him. He is a gelding from pictures I have. Great to get his name. I had him as unknown. 😊 Sometimes the horse is happier and not being yanked away with the reins 😊 Yes they shouldn’t be touching him like they are. I have to stop reading comments because I get a little annoyed at so many people criticizing the guards. It will never stop completely. I will just enjoy your video as usual.
I think it's frustrating for people because there are signs there. If petting the horse is going to be allowed maybe the signs should say ask before touching. IDK
@LynnL3588 Hi Lynn , I'm here to do the same watch the video and try not to get annoyed at some ( in some cases very rude ) comments about the Guards , it's disheartening . I've been trying to find the name of the Z horse I know it's in a previous video but not found it yet , if I remember it's a long name ! I'm sure someone will post it for us .😊. In the meantime , have a good evening and breathe positivity , there's enough negativity floating around the comment section 🤗
@@kathellison8084 Hi Kathy. I have Zutalore, Zambezi and Zanador. Do you have those? I have a few names missing from the life guards. John has had a hard time reading their hooves. Have a wonderful rest of your day 🌺
@LynnL3588 . I have Zenith , Zara Zandvoort, which is the one I was looking for ! Just names no descriptions apart from ZutAlore and the gorgeous big mare Zambezi from the other day . I'm really going to have to spend some time sorting out my lists with these new names to be added ! Keeps me off the streets and out of trouble I suppose 😂😂😂
I love your channel. I have no idea why I watch it for an hour every day, but I enjoy your comments and your outrage at the behavior of the tourists. Fascinating and sometimes infuriating.
I would love to know what the guards were told about the new signs. And even better to be a fly in the wall when they found out no touching would be a possibility. Until they all equally enforce it I'll take it as not really rule just more of a suggestion. 🤷♀️. I'd love the know how they generally feel about it. Hope you feel better John. ❤
THE KINGS GUARDS ARE A JOKE THEY SHOULD BE FORCEFUL WITH THESE TOURIST WHO TREAT THE KING'S WAR HORSES AS PETTING ZOO ANIMALS ! THE HORSES ARE NOT PETTING ZOO ANIMALS ! SAD
For people who are allergic to bee stings use epi pens. It's meant to reduce reaction. They don't jamb it in their heart! They usually jam it into their thigh. In california we teachers have to take extra fraining if we have students who are allergic to bee stings and then carry the pens with us on field trips!
Not sure if you'll see this but the best cure for instant relief from a bee sting is to put wet tobacco on it. My grandma used to chew and when I got stung by a wasp when I was a child, she immediately broke off a piece she was chewing on and covered that sting. It stopped hurting immediately and didnt' even swell. I think it's something about the nicotine in it maybe. Dunno. I just know it worked and I've used that concoction every since. Even broke up cigarettes and spit on it if I didnt' have any water. old Appalachian mountain remedy.
The Mod police are into hiding as much as they can....all the newer police could care less about doing their job....Except a few of the older officers who do their job expertly
@misterj1968 . The job of MOD police is security , antiterrorism and public safety on a military property , crowd control is not their role except at change over times which is for public safety !
Hey John. What you need to do is the next time someone touches the horse, politely ask them if they could please translate the sign for you, then loudly say, "oh, so we are NOT allowed to touch the horse... thank you."
The horse loves the touchy feely of the tourists. It's so hard to resist because for many this is their first horse experience and for others, they are familiar with horses. One friendly horse, but there are some that are not.
Your commentary on naming the tourist gives me such a lift for the day. Especially Rusty and his Lady! Perfect name for him. Just hope his rig isn’t towed all the way back to Iowa. Have a great day. 😊😊😊😊😊😊
The young man with the beard near the end around the 1hr mark that was touching the horse all over and grabbing at the reins appeared to be doing it on purpose simply to get a reaction from the Guard. Not just once but went back for seconds. He couldn't have been more obvious if he'd tried.
My youngest many moons ago was stung on his face while in his pushchair, an old lady saw it happen and told me to run in the shop and buy a bottle of vinegar, i did as she said and low and behold the sting vanished almost immediately after i dabed it on.😮
John- There is a reason that Bubba Smith had limited lines in Police Academy. Bubba Smith was a famous defensive end in the NFL. Like a few former players, he had small roles in various movies. None of them known for their acting prowess. They were, however, monsters on the football field.
Take down the signs. They aren’t working and the guards and the police are not enforcing them. At this point the signs are just a lesson in frustration. The tourists were even touching the reins. 🤷🏼♀️ Your narrative was great fun this morning. 👍🏻😃
Good afternoon John great video as always I can’t understand the blues seem to be enforcing the signs it’s not looking good for the regiments if they are not all enforcing what is best for their horses I hope it gets sorted out soon some of the guards just look miserable like they don’t want to be there so don’t really care what the tourists do 🤔
I've noticed since the horse named "Ormond " had bitten the lady tourist and she fainted , not to long after the sign's came up. Well the horse guards aren't being consistent due to the sign's. It's "No touching the horse" You can't have both. It's one or the other. If that's the case Take the sign's down. It Will Never Work unless there waiting for another incident
@@John-G • The "Horses may kick or bite" part of the sign is desiged to prevent litigation against the MoD. The part about not touching the horses is meant to stop the horses from getting stressed, and whatever we think about it, the Guards themselves should be consistent...either tell tourists not to touch or remove the signs.
@@John-G • I think that they are perfectly capable of using their discretion, but that makes the "don't touch the horse" signs totally redundant, doesn't it?
I am really disappointed in these guards....It is partly their fault for not telling them to DONT TOUCH. One of the guards even shook his head yes when a lady ask if she could touch the horse...... Its not right that they are not holding to the rules themselves.
Hi John As you said i saw the wellknown MD Officer is back The man is a very big and strong man, i have ask myself where is he?? And baam there he is And the Lady Officer must (or should) be upranked to sergeant ,maybe she is but it not visibale at her ranksigns. She is a very nice and careful lady. Greetings from Germany.
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Who knew there are so many blind people visiting London. Maybe they should make it a requirement to be in the box you have to be willing to tell people not to touch the horse. I saw a video yesterday were the horse was getting annoyed and kept hitting the sign as if to say look at the sign don't touch.
G’day, John, and to you too, Bubba. The plain truth is, people read the signs, and hear the directions of where to stand, they simply feel they are above all that.
The guards should be reprimanded for ignoring the rules, don't touch the horse means, DON'T TOUCH THE BLOODY HORSE
I hope it doesn't take a bad incident to wake up the guards. These horses deserve respect. The Blues are doing a better job at imposing the signs.
I can only summarize today. As being a huge disappointment. By the male Life Guards. No shade intended. I adore and respect. Both regiments immensely. They need to follow. The female Royal Guards lead. That have been on it brilliantly. Props! To the tall officer he tried. Keeping my fingers crossed.. For a lasting turn around. Some of these tourists are just too much.☹️👎👎🤞
Touching the horse and grabbing reins is worse than ever. It’s the guards and police job to tell ignorant tourists to stop, not John’s. Love your work, John. Thank you for all you do.🫶🏻
🤦♀ The first two guards did so well, and the next two totally wrecked the progress of those before them, and let folks do anything they wanted to the horses! They were rubbing themselves all over them like animals, and molesting and pawing them all over! Now not only can you molest the horses, but you can once again grab the reins with no reaction from the guards, just the like the bad ole days! It's really a shame to see the total juxtaposition of the signs and guards, as the signs have absolutely no meaning to them! It's just so odd that they don't have to follow a rule that sits right next to them, on not one sign, but two!! Just my opinion of course.
Why bother putting up signs if the guards cannot enforce. I preferred it when they would speak loudly. Is this new since the new PM or has KC III encouraged this. I like it better before. The guards deserve better as well. People don't touch the reins and now horses and move out of the way for crying out loud, when the foot guard is coming. LOL, things that can irk. Peace to the guards and police and horses.
@@aannddrryyaa I couldn't agree more! I say, take down the signs, as they are really are of no use, and let the guards be vocal again! Taking away that ability, is taking away any semblance of being a member of the military. Being able to speak loudly is so needed, as it's the only thing that tourists seem to understand.
I totally agree. What's the point of posting new signs if the guards are not enforcing them?
What is wrong with some of these guards. Surely they have to abide by military RULES. The ones who allow the mauling SPOIL it all.!!! Surely their higher up members can have a quiet word with them as they are really annoying the public with their "ah let the lassie have a stroke" PATHETIQUE I call it & them.
nice to see the wonderful lady police officer back she always manage to deal with tourists politely and an effective command' its great having the life guards back and i do enjoy your wonderful explanations and humour notes why has the number of police officers been reduced
John I am absolutely horrified & furious at this total disregard for the signs & so disappointed at the troopers not shouting at the morons. I'm coming south again Wed 21st & will hopefully visit HG again as I want to visit the museum this time. And if I see tourists being disrespectful I won't be able to stop myself pointing out the signs. It seems that it's now at the point that there needs to be 2 official *sentries * to stop this happening. it looks worse than ever as though they are treating the sign as a challenge 🤬
Obviously the signs are being ignored so perhaps it's time for the guards to start speaking up (shouting) again!
@@kathyjones285 Their higher ups probably have told them not too (I don't think they realise that tourists are ignoring the signs) but it's not really fair to blamer the guards when they're just following orders.
I think they want to get rid of the youtubers filming all the time. The guards not shouting isn't good material for views and they PTB are hoping they get bored and go away. I think they got a lot of negative feedback from the shouting in the past and youtubers are the reason.
@@isobelduncan I agree . I'm not blaming the guards. I don't believe I type that.
It seems to me that the blues will enforce the rules more than the reds I dont understand why the touching of the horses rules are not enforced.
@rogerrighs6055 I agree with you on the blues do enforce the do not touch the horse. I don’t know why the reds are not enforcing the rules they must of left their voices in the stable.
Why do they not yell at these entitled tourists who touch the horse. The lady in the orange shirt was a disgrace. Right in front of the sign and she still does it. That should be get in trouble for that.OMG !!!! The blues lady guards would not tolerate this. I would be screaming.
Profoundly deaf lady in orange using signing to show her friend on video call - would have heard nothing & probably not understanding written English too well. That cheaply made graphic sign insufficient for all languages .
35 touching events even 8 min before the end of the clip, this makesa the guards and police look stupid with the 2 signs.
The guards are *not* responsible for the tourists' behaviour, they are just doing their job and following orders. Whether they can shout or not is up to their higher ups, who clearly don't realise that the signs are still being ignored.
@@DianneMarshall-o6j How VERY TRUE. These cunning visitors are LAUGHING at our military.
The guards who don’t uphold the rules are really annoying me
@barbaracornwell-eu7vo I agree with you on the guards not uphold the rules.
Probably not a no tolerance policy, just hoping to reduce the amount of idiots doing stupid things.
This video needs to be shared with their supervisors
@@chrisd2p2 I don't know how you would get that from two signs that say and indicate not to touch the horses. These tourists are so blatantly stupid it isn't funny.
@@John-G Ignorant people that don't seem to think rules matter.
Trooper, protect your horse!! Shout out to stand clear!!
@@John-Gnope. .it's his horse
@@John-G Actually he does!
@@janicenoble5546 It’s not his, horse.
@@John-G He certainly does, need advice. He’s contradicting the official signs that tell people to not, touch the horse. If there was an accident and someone decided to sue, they could say, “ The trooper said it was ok”.
@@John-G No one would bother to sue a trooper, someone not on a high salary.
John, I keep asking you to stop making me laugh, at my great age, 83 years, it’s injurious to my health. LOL.
😂😂😂😂 he is in a very sprightly mood today isn't he?
Its good to laugh thankyou
I agree 👍
Just don't drink too much water before watching, 😁
John has the best laugh ever it’s so happy.😂
I live in an area of Southern South Australia which has seriously dangerous beaches, big ocean swells and rips etc, no swimming signage in various languages, signs depicting drowning with red lines through the swimming and all water activities, do not enter the water blah blah....we have literally told tourists to read the sign and look at the pictures while saying DO NOT go in that water and shaking our heads doing the swimming actions. They nod and say ok, then they walk down the stairs and pop their towels on the sand and run in.....we walk away and leave them to it. They must be related to the tourists ignoring the don't touch signage over their! 🙄😂
This is getting beyond a joke.
Has the Guard lost his voice?
It took the MOD Policeman ,
The Plebs are taking the Michael
Don’t Touch The Horse means
Don’t Touch the Horse😡
Things do (eventually) improve in Part Two. Today was certainly not what any of us were expecting!
I have seen so many people calling or saying the troopers/guards are a joke. 🤬 I wonder if they have been told not to shout at the tourist by higher ups? People will continue to do whatever unless they're held accountable.
@@kathyjones285 The troopers are most certainly NOT a joke. They do a great job and I think that the failing is in someone higher up the ranks not giving everyone in both regiments clear and precise instructions on what they should do.
I know they are not! As why I put the mad emoji face. I said people definitely not me!@@JulieSharman-r7y
@@JulieSharman-r7yI have much respect for them.
The guards should be told to enforce the rules.Bloody stupid the way they carry on.
@@John-G well some enforce it but some don't seem to care.The police if they're about do ask the tourists not to touch the horses. No point in the second sign or the original one if they are continually ignored.
@@debbiehollis5711 Agree the guards should enforce the rules or a police officer should be on hand to enforce it.
@@John-G The horse is top priority they should be protected either by the guard or police especially now there are signs indicating that it is not allowed.
@@John-Gwell said 👍
Their higher ups obviously don't realise that the signs are being ignored, so it's not fair to blame the Guards who are just simply following orders.
The horse in the first box as you arrived is stunning!
Oh I love that tall police officers who checked the car , he’s always one of the forceful ones at Horse Guards , hadn’t seen him for a bit . Hope he comes back there and doesn’t stay too long at Downing Street .
Good morning from South Florida. I must tell you I really enjoy watching your videos. You do such a great job filming and very informative. I’ve never been to London before, but I sure would like to put it on my bucket list as I’ve learned so much from watching your videos. Keep doing what you’re doing. You’re doing a great job and we all really enjoy your hard work.
Good morning John! From the museum streets and colonial buildings of Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia !
Always a pleasure to hear your voice and see the scenes of London!
John,do you ever ask the tourists why they touched the horse despite the signs?
Not yet ... but I might have to do that soon : )
@@LondonCityWalks Since you're standing right there, maybe a quick "don't touch the horse" to violators?
@@LondonCityWalksThat would be hilarious for you to ask them, just in a casual not confrontational way.
@@LondonCityWalks yerrrrr DO IT!😂
Looks like they are touching the horses again today as if there was no change in signage. I love your channel John but can't stand to see all these freaking tourists allowed to abuse the horses. I'll be back when the blues return. Now that we’ve observed, this can work....I'm not going back to the madness.
I am with you!!!!
Hear Hear Well said
Some of the blues were also being wimps and letting the morons touch the horse.
@@MAGGIE-o1i I hope that eventually they will take a stand. A photo should be enough for visitors. It's not a petting zoo.
The Guards really need to enforce the "Do not touch the horse" signs.....way too many people walked right up and started touching the horses. My main concern is that with all the crazies out there, some might get the idea to give the horses drugs or poison (yes, I do think there are a number of clowns that would do that). Imagine feeding one LSD or magic mushrooms....or ricin.
@@John-G Some guards tell them Do Not Touch The Horse or Do Not Touch The reins....others do not. It should be across the board that they tell everyone to stop touching the horse, back away from the horse. Since the signs went up "do not touch the reins" and then "do not touch the horse" I have seen some people determined they are going to do it anyway....one gets away with it and next thing, like blow flies, a dozen more are going to try it. Basically the best solution is to NOT allow Tourons within 5 ft of the horse or guards.
My goodness you have got your bloomers in a twist. Maybe fill your day with something like being kind, or knitting, get a blooming grip😂😂😂😂
I think in addition to the new signs which should be on both sides of the box, that a half circle painted in red and a large X should be added around where the horses are. The circle should be 5-6’ from the opening because horses like to stick their heads out to cool off or watch the goings on. Also why aren’t a lot of the horse guards not telling people to step back or don’t touch the horse. Why can’t they speak up!
@nancyprice6967 . Public pavement in Whitehall , Westminster Council not MOD , so no painted lines on a busy footpath .Nothing to hang signs on the other side of the box , Grade 1 Listed Building permission needed .
@@John-G Seems to me that your just on here to antagonize everyone who comments.....It's a free world just.......SHUT UP
I have served in the army, and I have performed sentry duties and was expected to be alert at all times and enforce any rules. I also had the great pleasure of exercising the guards horses, no I was not in HCAV, but a regular, a trained chauffeur, driving the bigwigs around, a perk of the job was that on days off some of us drivers would get to exercise the horses. But back to my point, the guards are on sentry duty, thus they should be alert, aware of the rules and should enforce them - that does not mean they have to shout, but be firm for the sake of the horses.
Well put.
It is ridiculous that some guards just destroy the efforts of the guards as well as the police officers that do enforce the no touch rule. Signs are good but must be enforced. It's common sense! 😠
Much love from Vegas to London..... you mentioned Bubba Smith the actor, he was always one of my NFL players, Bubba played for the Baltimore Colts, Oakland Raiders and Houston Oilers in the USA back in the day! Again thank you for your commentary, stay safe and blow a kiss to the horses for me! ❤❤❤
I am wondering if some of the troopers are using their own discretion when it comes to stroking the horses as some of the horses do like the interaction with the ppl. The troopers will know the horses temperament as well. having watched a few vids with the signs up now and noticed that some horses look like they do miss the human interaction plus i love it when they have a nibble makes it more entertaining because some of them are so cheeky
Glad to see the comment from Colonial Williamsburg, one of my favorite places.
The troopers need consistent enforcement of the rules!
Regarding the touching. I have concluded that most adults are still stuck in adolescence. They break the rules more than 14 year olds.
Lets give guards a break we don,t know what they,ve been told.yes l agree people need to get the message but they could spend all day yelling.horses are stunning
Guards should enforce the rules or not be allowed out with the horse.
It IS part of their job…
I don't know who I was more angry with the guards not doing their job or all those ignorant tourists who obviously cannot read. 😠
Why aren't the troopers telling the tourists NOT to touch the horse, it's annoying! What's the point of having the sign up?!
Or a guard not doing his job?
Swap the sword for an electric cattle prod to stop horse harrassers?😅
Maybe the don't touch the horse's sign is a kind of disclaimer. Someone gets thrown over a horses shoulder, not the horse or riders fault as there is a written sign plus a pictorial version for those that don't speak English.
Right! It could be a liability issue. The signs are there for insurance purposes, keeping the insistent and persistent ignorant tourists from trying to sue in case of injury. 🤷🏼♀️
Have the Lifeguards been told to say nothing? People are not only touching the horses but some are grabbing the reins and nothing is being said.
Guards need to step up and enforce the rules. Why are so many being so wimpy.
John or you don't know what the Life Guards have been told.
@@penelopeverstege4475 I dont understand why they are not enforcing the rules either. 🤬🤬😡😡
@@penelopeverstege4475 it isn't rocket science, there are signs that say "Don't Touch!"
@@penelopeverstege4475Doesn't speaks the new signs volume?
Yes I can read but not everyone speaks English. Signs need to be put on both sides plus a cop to monitor would help too.@@rennaehanson9996
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Mr O R Monde has been brought over twice with the Blues but we are yet to see him in the box. Why? 😢 Bring back Ormonde, we miss him! Also would like to see Rarden back with the Life Guards! Agreed with others comments re the inconsistency of the troopers enforcing the new rules 🤷
I would definitely wear a mask in such a crowd!
Glad your feeling better John
Oh my goodness…the first horse…head high, ears perked forward…just made me catch my breath. Beautiful! 💕
good afternoon john oh dear more idiots already not listening again also lovely horses at horse guards
Thanks John for an amazing video as always and everyone remember you matter ❤
I really appreciate your daily comment. You matter too.😊
I think it is also rude of some tourists to even ask if they can touch the horse. What part of 'do not touch' do they think does not or should not apply to them. If they are visiting a museum with priceless artefacts that say the same thing will they ask if it is okay to touch.
Love your sense of humour John. Take care and hope you are well soon. .
I don't understand why the guard didn't say anything.
Take good care of yourself John!! Truly appreciate all your efforts!
I dont understand why they cant enforce the no touching sign. It just takes one tourist to start it and the rest will do it until told stop.
You can't cure stupid.
Pero podían hacer algo esos guardias floreros 😂😂😂
The first horse that was alert in the box is beautiful, what a fabulous looking horse 🐎
Absolutely infuriating.
Fabulous video thank you John
Are they ever going to straighten the new iconic sign? The new sign is in a terrible location not only because people constantly stand in front of it, hiding it from view most of the time, but people also press against the sign which causes it to shift positions. The sign for both guard boxes need to be moved to the other side of the box and placed high enough that tourists do not block the view or press against it, causing the sign to shift. Why can't the administrators figure that out?
Your “Rusty from Iowa” remark cracked me up. He did look like the Hollywood version of a truck driver. 👍
Hi John, I wanted to thank you for the entertaining and informative content. I have learned so much about London and Horse Guards.
The troopers have a responsibility to enforce the rules regarding their horses. The are military horses on duty not ponies in a petting zoo. Hopefully they are called out by their superiors. Its confusing and unfair to the tourists. Things are looking sloppy,no chain up, a sign all crooked,and a couple of Troopers sitting there like two lazy lumps,not looking like they are in control at all. So much for on guard.
Thank you John 😊
I am starting to think that the troopers have been told to not to say anything.
Even after the police officer told them not to touch some stupid woman went straight up and did just that. I love your videos but this has sent my stress levels right up. I am not surprised you mentioned turning the camera off.
Let’s hope things improve very soon.
OMG John! Thankfully I had finished my coffee before watching as your commentary has had me “losing” it this morning! Thank you,I needed the laughs.😂
All the troupers need to be enforcing the do not touch the horse rule not just some of them.
John i think if the gaurds just said the word NO in a commanding voice all language's would understand
I think that the new sign should be on the other side and higher up above people's heads so that you can read it.
Greetings from Canada 🇨🇦
I was thinking the same. I understand it’s meant to clarify the sign above, but I almost think it would stand out more on the other side of the arch, and higher up. It’s right at the height of people posing, so half the time it’s blocked from sight.
Since the guards are not enforcing the do not touch the horse rule, I guess they are ok looking like a cheap tourist attraction instead of the Kings Royal Guards.
That is what people are saying. I don't like it at all.
@@John-G That actually isn't true, they are an official part of the British Army, I was just researching this.
@@rennaehanson9996that person is trying to start arguments. They have posted on several comments. It's ok to have a different opinion but he is insulting people. TROLL
@@kathyjones285 Agreed! Thank you for responding.
@rennaehanson9996 . John-G is correct , Lifeguards and Blues and Royals are the two regiments of The Household Cavalry .
Oh well - looks like I’ll be shouting “get your grubby mitts off the horse” at the screen for a while yet. At least they used to have the “don’t touch the reins” rule sorted but one man wasn’t just mauling the horse but was grabbing the reins too and the guard said nothing.
I’d say they must be getting conflicting orders to not shout at tourists who ignore the signs that someone has decided needed to be changed and even had pictorial signs erected if it wasn’t for the fact that the lady guards are more than up for enforcing the rules.
Looks like I’ll have to stock up on Kalms for the foreseeable future.
just heard shocking news 11 year old Australian girl stabbed in London by man arrested by police. thank God she is ok. my sympathies to my fellow 🇦🇺 Aussies. keep safe. 😮
GUARD'S, please enforce the rules
Hi John I'm loving your humour and chat today . It's amazing that you know all the types of hats . I hope you get well soon. I so enjoy your videos they are priceless ❤
35 or less years ago I was told by an older German couple when my daughter was stung by a bee to put a cut onion on the sting
I always thought it was Vinegar.
Hi John. Zanador (spelling). loves attention. He is a very sweet guy. He is interacting with the people so that’s why they touch him. He is a gelding from pictures I have. Great to get his name. I had him as unknown. 😊 Sometimes the horse is happier and not being yanked away with the reins 😊
Yes they shouldn’t be touching him like they are. I have to stop reading comments because I get a little annoyed at so many people criticizing the guards. It will never stop completely. I will just enjoy your video as usual.
I think it's frustrating for people because there are signs there. If petting the horse is going to be allowed maybe the signs should say ask before touching. IDK
@LynnL3588 Hi Lynn , I'm here to do the same watch the video and try not to get annoyed at some ( in some cases very rude ) comments about the Guards , it's disheartening . I've been trying to find the name of the Z horse I know it's in a previous video but not found it yet , if I remember it's a long name ! I'm sure someone will post it for us .😊. In the meantime , have a good evening and breathe positivity , there's enough negativity floating around the comment section 🤗
@@kathellison8084 Hi Kathy. I have Zutalore, Zambezi and Zanador. Do you have those? I have a few names missing from the life guards. John has had a hard time reading their hooves. Have a wonderful rest of your day 🌺
@LynnL3588 . I have Zenith , Zara Zandvoort, which is the one I was looking for ! Just names no descriptions apart from ZutAlore and the gorgeous big mare Zambezi from the other day . I'm really going to have to spend some time sorting out my lists with these new names to be added ! Keeps me off the streets and out of trouble I suppose 😂😂😂
@@kathellison8084 oh wow. I haven’t heard of those three names. How did you hear those names? Did I miss John saying them?
Loved your comment on, "perhaps, eventually, they'll put up some sort of signage to not touch the horse. Hopefully."
That was great! Lol!😂
Bubba Smith played Moses Hightower in Police Academy.
I love your channel. I have no idea why I watch it for an hour every day, but I enjoy your comments and your outrage at the behavior of the tourists. Fascinating and sometimes infuriating.
Wow! You are extremely entertaining today! Love it…makes my day. Apparently the touristas are particularly amusing 😅 Thanks John! 😊
Look at that crowd of people
I would love to know what the guards were told about the new signs. And even better to be a fly in the wall when they found out no touching would be a possibility. Until they all equally enforce it I'll take it as not really rule just more of a suggestion. 🤷♀️. I'd love the know how they generally feel about it. Hope you feel better John. ❤
THE KINGS GUARDS ARE A JOKE THEY SHOULD BE FORCEFUL WITH THESE TOURIST WHO TREAT THE KING'S WAR HORSES AS PETTING ZOO ANIMALS ! THE HORSES ARE NOT PETTING ZOO ANIMALS ! SAD
That 1st horse in the left box was absolutely handsome & you were right, very alert😁❤️🇨🇦
Am I crazy or do the left boxmen and gatesmen look like the exact same person LMAO
Hello, John! Hot here in Texas, 104°🔥. Glad your weather has cooled. Have a great day.
Why is it that most of the Life Guards do not enforce the “Do Not Touch The Horse” Rule and the Blues and Royals do?
For people who are allergic to bee stings use epi pens. It's meant to reduce reaction. They don't jamb it in their heart! They usually jam it into their thigh. In california we teachers have to take extra fraining if we have students who are allergic to bee stings and then carry the pens with us on field trips!
Not sure if you'll see this but the best cure for instant relief from a bee sting is to put wet tobacco on it. My grandma used to chew and when I got stung by a wasp when I was a child, she immediately broke off a piece she was chewing on and covered that sting. It stopped hurting immediately and didnt' even swell. I think it's something about the nicotine in it maybe. Dunno. I just know it worked and I've used that concoction every since. Even broke up cigarettes and spit on it if I didnt' have any water. old Appalachian mountain remedy.
If the trooper says nothing, people will touch the horse. where are the police guards?
The Mod police are into hiding as much as they can....all the newer police could care less about doing their job....Except a few of the older officers who do their job expertly
@misterj1968 . The job of MOD police is security , antiterrorism and public safety on a military property , crowd control is not their role except at change over times which is for public safety !
Hey John. What you need to do is the next time someone touches the horse, politely ask them if they could please translate the sign for you, then loudly say, "oh, so we are NOT allowed to touch the horse... thank you."
The horse loves the touchy feely of the tourists. It's so hard to resist because for many this is their first horse experience and for others, they are familiar with horses. One friendly horse, but there are some that are not.
Your commentary on naming the tourist gives me such a lift for the day. Especially Rusty and his Lady! Perfect name for him. Just hope his rig isn’t towed all the way back to Iowa. Have a great day. 😊😊😊😊😊😊
When doing first aid training they advise ice for stings. Better than that is vinegar, but its not used because people may be allergic.
The young man with the beard near the end around the 1hr mark that was touching the horse all over and grabbing at the reins appeared to be doing it on purpose simply to get a reaction from the Guard. Not just once but went back for seconds. He couldn't have been more obvious if he'd tried.
My youngest many moons ago was stung on his face while in his pushchair, an old lady saw it happen and told me to run in the shop and buy a bottle of vinegar, i did as she said and low and behold the sting vanished almost immediately after i dabed it on.😮
Didn't think the area could hold that many ppl
Morning john and horse guards fans,yep you sound like high tower lol dam shame the horses are being mauld again
@London City Walks John, I hope you are feeling better! Your comments are hilarious as usual. Sounds like you need better security in your building! 😂
All your fan’s, subscribers, followers and Barry White will always love you just the way you are 🎹🎶🩷
John- There is a reason that Bubba Smith had limited lines in Police Academy. Bubba Smith was a famous defensive end in the NFL. Like a few former players, he had small roles in various movies. None of them known for their acting prowess. They were, however, monsters on the football field.
Take down the signs. They aren’t working and the guards and the police are not enforcing them. At this point the signs are just a lesson in frustration. The tourists were even touching the reins. 🤷🏼♀️
Your narrative was great fun this morning. 👍🏻😃
I’ve got to know if Chinese babies come out of the womb hand first, with the V sign? lol. Even the babies at boxes are throwing the V. Lol😊😊😊😊
Oh John, you are in fine form today😂. Your Barry white was flawless 😂. I am laying on the sofa sick as a dog.. you are bloody funny😂
Good afternoon John great video as always I can’t understand the blues seem to be enforcing the signs it’s not looking good for the regiments if they are not all enforcing what is best for their horses I hope it gets sorted out soon some of the guards just look miserable like they don’t want to be there so don’t really care what the tourists do 🤔
I've noticed since the horse named "Ormond " had bitten the lady tourist and she fainted , not to long after the sign's came up. Well the horse guards aren't being consistent due to the sign's. It's "No touching the horse" You can't have both. It's one or the other. If that's the case Take the sign's down. It Will Never Work unless there waiting for another incident
@@John-G • The "Horses may kick or bite" part of the sign is desiged to prevent litigation against the MoD. The part about not touching the horses is meant to stop the horses from getting stressed, and whatever we think about it, the Guards themselves should be consistent...either tell tourists not to touch or remove the signs.
Ormonde did NOT bite the fainter.
@@John-G • I think that they are perfectly capable of using their discretion, but that makes the "don't touch the horse" signs totally redundant, doesn't it?
I am really disappointed in these guards....It is partly their fault for not telling them to DONT TOUCH. One of the guards even shook his head yes when a lady ask if she could touch the horse...... Its not right that they are not holding to the rules themselves.
Totally agree
Hi John
As you said i saw the wellknown MD Officer is back
The man is a very big and strong man,
i have ask myself where is he??
And baam there he is
And the Lady Officer must (or should) be upranked to sergeant
,maybe she is but it not visibale at her ranksigns.
She is a very nice and careful lady.
Greetings from Germany.
Hello. I use Vinegar to wipe an insect bite.