If you enjoy watching my films please throw me a one-off contribution via paypal! www.paypal.me/julianmcdonnell No one pays me to make these films so all proceeds go towards improving my productions and paying for my cameraman to eat a crust of bread! Or if you want to chip in $1 or $2 a month you can support me on Patreon: www.patreon.com/joolzguides Thanks everyone....one of thee days I'll be a star!!!!!!!
The more I watch of these the more deeply I appreciate them. Entertaining and educational. I come back and re-watch each 3 or 4 times, just to get it all. The time and effort in researching and production organizing is obviously enormous. Joolz has 49K subscribers but at this writing, less than 75 Patreon supporters. A microscopic pittance in comparison to their value !! I invite other subscribers to make at least a small effort to rectify this imbalance.
Julian, I went to London for the first time last October 2018. My friends were so annoyed with me, because everywhere we went I kept spouting little odd facts about the places 😂 I just re-watched this video and LOVE it! I'm taking my 18yr nephew to London March 2020. I will definitely look for the. Noses of SoHo.
You should be commissioned by the Discovery channel and do a few hour long episode. I wish I could pay you as I am fascinated by your knowledge. Very interesting, thank you.
Oh, that’s a good one! I have a cousin, now retired from the force, who spent many years on 10 Downing St, back in the days when one could walk right up the street, stand out front, take photos, & watch people going in & coming out. One day, we were walking through Trafalgar Square, & he showed me the little structure that is London’s smallest police station. You are the only other person I have heard mention it. 👍🙋♀️🥂 Very nice!!
Thanks Gloria! I hope you've told your friends about them too! Get them all to subscribe so I can take over the world! It's free to do and won't get on your nerves or anything. Say hi if you see me!
I got yelled at today in Grand Central Terminal for walking to the end of a platform to get a view of the converging train tracks. But there wasn’t a sign or line or anything. I told the man I was an enthusiast. I only wound up with a picture of my finger. And one of my leg. And I deleted both of them
Any chance of doing a video guide of Tottenham joolz?. We've got Bruce castle home to the inventor of the penny post ,the river's moselle ,and lea seven sisters and also the place where Harry Champion lived for much of his life
My wife and I are headed to London this September, and I've overloaded on details watching your videos now, Joolz. We're going to be walking along, and I'll suddenly go off about a weathervane or a parish boundary marker or mailbox... She'll wonder how I know all these little facts about London.
An excellent video Julz. We love getting to the big smoke when we can and your vids add context to many aspects of the most fascinating city in the world
When I return for a visit I shall ring you. I am glad that I discovered your videos as London is my very favorite mega-city. Washington DC and Berlin are my favorite mid size cities. Heidelberg is my favorite smaller city. I have not seen Scotland nor Manchester which I hear is very cool.
The Eleanor Cross outside of Charing Cross station is a replica (that nasty Henry 8th again). That's why many people are confused and wrongly believe that measurements to London are to Charing Cross station.
The smallest police station you saw wasn’t just a Police station it was also an early version of the police telephone box and the lantern would light up and make a ringing noise as it called the police
I was a bit disappointed when you were at Trafalgar you didn't point out St Martins in the Fields. I think it was in the background when you showed the giant blue chicken.
Nelson's "Fleet" The lamp posts lining The Mall From Buckingham Palace to Trafalgar all have a ship atop. Each one is named and each one took par tin the Battle of Trafalgar. Nelson's statue in the Square looks down the Mall at his "fleet"
The base of the column is pointed SSE, however Nelson's head is turned to his right which is SSW. I drew a line approximating the direction of his gaze and, if extended far enough, goes toward the waters off Cape Trafalgar in Spain, the site of his victory.
Did you know that the imperial measurements for length are beside the wall on the National Gallery side of the Square. Before building started on the Victoria Line Tube a group of engineers had to verify the steel bands, (not the empty oil barrel drums} these are steel measuring tapes that are held under tension using an old fashioned hand held weight scale. Reading would be taken by an engineer at both ends, 3 readings would be taken and the average used as the final reading.
That's quite ungracious of Charles not forgiving his executioner - that was the common practice since medieval times. It's not the executioner's fault, he's just doing his job. In fact aristocrats would often tip their executioner to make sure they did a good job and took off the head with one blow. It took three chops to sever Mary Queen of Scots' head, during which she was still alive.
The lamp on top of the police hut would flash when the police station control room needed to attract attention of the police officers in the Square to inform them of ?? well what ever they needed to be informed of... there was a phone inside..
Maybe after lockdown is lifted and visitors are down to far less than normal we Londoners might be able to enjoy our own city again without the overwhelming crowds of mass tourism - well it won’t last of course but hopefully a year or two would be great.
Love your videos. Very informative. However, I have to differ on one point and that’s what you termed an admiralty mark on that kerb stone. I think it’s a benchmark which used to be chiselled into solid locations to mark fixed surveyed points which could be used in future surveys. They can be found all over the UK and used to be recorded on Ordnance Survey maps together with the height or other relevant information.
hi. Thanks. I'm glad you pointed that out. I have often wondered about all those marks on the stones. I thought they were stone masons marks. I read this about the admiralty in a book and I rather liked the story. I shall continue to believe it's true since it does no harm. Most of my videos are about myths and stories that I heard "down the pub" and local rumours so there are a few errors. I'm going to hang onto this one for now though!
@@Joolzguides G'day, I think you will find its not an anchor but rather a broad arrow symbol, which was used to denote government property. Colonial Australia was covered with them.
Yes. This is known in heraldry as a Pheon and more commonly the Broad Arrow. It was used by the British government starting in the 19th century. It was adopted by the War Department as well and can often be found on case markings of British Munitions.
If you enjoy watching my films please throw me a one-off contribution via paypal! www.paypal.me/julianmcdonnell
No one pays me to make these films so all proceeds go towards improving my productions and paying for my cameraman to eat a crust of bread!
Or if you want to chip in $1 or $2 a month you can support me on Patreon: www.patreon.com/joolzguides
Thanks everyone....one of thee days I'll be a star!!!!!!!
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And massively appreciated!
...west..menetar......
Joolz Guides are so addicting. I'm just watching one right after the other.
Police officer:" Do it when it's not so busy"!
You:" But it's always busy!"... brilliant information
I love this series, thank you!!
You're welcome! Don't forget to tel your friends!
Hi Joolz, what a cheerful and informative channel you've created!! Very fun and interesting to watch, keep up the good work!
I'm from Ireland and I must say I really enjoy Joolz Guides..very informative!
That cravat is pure class. Such exquisite taste Joolz has.
The more I watch of these the more deeply I appreciate them. Entertaining and educational. I come back and re-watch each 3 or 4 times, just to get it all. The time and effort in researching and production organizing is obviously enormous. Joolz has 49K subscribers but at this writing, less than 75 Patreon supporters. A microscopic pittance in comparison to their value !! I invite other subscribers to make at least a small effort to rectify this imbalance.
Julian, I went to London for the first time last October 2018. My friends were so annoyed with me, because everywhere we went I kept spouting little odd facts about the places 😂 I just re-watched this video and LOVE it! I'm taking my 18yr nephew to London March 2020. I will definitely look for the. Noses of SoHo.
And this is way I wish I was a Londoner..... Love to all Brittons.
you forget to drink the beer in the end of this movie ;-)
You should be commissioned by the Discovery channel and do a few hour long episode. I wish I could pay you as I am fascinated by your knowledge. Very interesting, thank you.
Oh, that’s a good one! I have a cousin, now retired from the force, who spent many years on 10 Downing St, back in the days when one could walk right up the street, stand out front, take photos, & watch people going in & coming out.
One day, we were walking through Trafalgar Square, & he showed me the little structure that is London’s smallest police station. You are the only other person I have heard mention it. 👍🙋♀️🥂 Very nice!!
I love how you keep accepting people with historical facts in this one and even get in trouble with the law!
I love all your videos, I'm literally watching them all, brilliant
Oh thanks! The documentaries are good too. Amazing that no one sees fit to employ me on TV isn't it?
Should have at least a Netflix or Amazon series
Thank you. That was the most enjoyable entertainment of the week .
Coming to London next week from Cincinnati. Thank you..in love with London !!
Thanks Gloria! I hope you've told your friends about them too! Get them all to subscribe so I can take over the world! It's free to do and won't get on your nerves or anything. Say hi if you see me!
9:40 - Thank you Joolz! 🙂
I ❤️ trafalgar Square!
Tut tut, in trouble with the police. :)
And not for the first time!
You nearly ended up in the tiny cell!
I got yelled at today in Grand Central Terminal for walking to the end of a platform to get a view of the converging train tracks. But there wasn’t a sign or line or anything. I told the man I was an enthusiast. I only wound up with a picture of my finger. And one of my leg. And I deleted both of them
Any chance of doing a video guide of Tottenham joolz?.
We've got Bruce castle home to the inventor of the penny post ,the river's moselle ,and lea seven sisters and also the place where Harry Champion lived for much of his life
The clock in the Horse Guards Parade archway has a black smudge at 2:00. That mark signifies the time of day when the King was beheaded.
I love your video, it helps me find attractive places and know their history.I very glad to see you at Covent Garden,
Hi there!!! Oh!! Was that you? We had a nice photo together, didn't we?
I wasn't a big fan at first, but something kept pulling me back to your videos and now I really REALLY enjoy watching you.
My wife and I are headed to London this September, and I've overloaded on details watching your videos now, Joolz. We're going to be walking along, and I'll suddenly go off about a weathervane or a parish boundary marker or mailbox... She'll wonder how I know all these little facts about London.
Another great production.
Jules is very charming, even the police can't get angry at him.
they have been known to actually!
@@Joolzguides Pay your bar bill then the coppers will leave you alone,lol
Wonderful films. They have brought back so many happy memories and will be great for those who cannot go to London
Great Tour and Funny Too.. the pieces of trivia are very interesting.
This channel is amazing don’t understand why it hasn’t got well over a million subs. Iv been watching this channel for hours and hours recently
Great stuff history spiced with London humor. Lovely for ex pats.. Memories on steroids
An excellent video Julz. We love getting to the big smoke when we can and your vids add context to many aspects of the most fascinating city in the world
Thanks. It's great to know they're helping you enjoy London :)
I have climbed the lions at Trafalgar Square so many times, and sat on the backs of the lions. Ahhh, memories.
Lovely videos.. binge watching the london tours... inspired to get out there & rediscover..
That's good to hear!
Excellent presentationl and interesting historical information
When I return for a visit I shall ring you.
I am glad that I discovered your videos as London is my very favorite mega-city. Washington DC and Berlin are my favorite mid size cities. Heidelberg is my favorite smaller city. I have not seen Scotland nor Manchester which I hear is very cool.
Amazing Videos!! Keep up the excellent work!!!
Thanks Nicolaus. Aiming for 5000 subs by the summer!
How much is your love these guys videos
Lived in London all my life me my kids think there fantastic
I like how when he Joolz says 'Mel Gibson' the subtitles say 'William Wallace'
Thank you, Joolz ... from Jules (in the US).
The Eleanor Cross outside of Charing Cross station is a replica (that nasty Henry 8th again). That's why many people are confused and wrongly believe that measurements to London are to Charing Cross station.
Awesome tour! Thank you!
Cheers. That's just a quick walk! I'll do longer ones too!
these are great vids and deserve many more views!
Thanks! Yes, for some reason the Mayfair one has gone crazy! It's not even my best!
Good information once again - Liked.
You are brilliant !
Cheers my good man. So are you!
The smallest police station you saw wasn’t just a Police station it was also an early version of the police telephone box and the lantern would light up and make a ringing noise as it called the police
Brilliant!
Fantastic videos so informative and feel like I've been to london the videos are that good keep up the good work jools
Love London
Thanks. Yes, it's been a sad few days.
Always enjoy your videos. So informative! Would love to see one on Belgravia. Or have I missed it?
Another very good film. Thx
Almost got arrested for tweaking that nose!
Watching in Dec 2020! lol
Merry Christmas to all!
I enjoy these guides very much so well presented thank you wonderful
Thank you Joolz xxx
The best video of London guide
I was a bit disappointed when you were at Trafalgar you didn't point out St Martins in the Fields. I think it was in the background when you showed the giant blue chicken.
Love it
Very entertaining old boy !
Thank you!
_GREAT VIDEO JOOLZY, CHEERZ_
Hi! Joolz Guides. How are you? When I was in Soho I saw 10 noses in London, UK in September,8th-18,2017.
So good
Nelson's "Fleet"
The lamp posts lining The Mall From Buckingham Palace to Trafalgar all have a ship atop. Each one is named and each one took par tin the Battle of Trafalgar. Nelson's statue in the Square looks down the Mall at his "fleet"
Is that so? I thought he was looking more towards Whitehall..gosh I can't remember..
The base of the column is pointed SSE, however Nelson's head is turned to his right which is SSW. I drew a line approximating the direction of his gaze and, if extended far enough, goes toward the waters off Cape Trafalgar in Spain, the site of his victory.
Your on my get pissed with list Joolz.
Great work.
Keep going.
Hi Joolz. I am a new subscriber and love your vlogs so much that i have emailed the BBC to commission you a show. Hope it works !!!’
I like your style sir
Did you know that the imperial measurements for length are beside the wall on the National Gallery side of the Square. Before building started on the Victoria Line Tube a group of engineers had to verify the steel bands, (not the empty oil barrel drums} these are steel measuring tapes that are held under tension using an old fashioned hand held weight scale. Reading would be taken by an engineer at both ends, 3 readings would be taken and the average used as the final reading.
Nelson is looking in the direction of his ship, the Victory, in Portsmouth.
i Agree
Thankyou
Good video
That's quite ungracious of Charles not forgiving his executioner - that was the common practice since medieval times. It's not the executioner's fault, he's just doing his job. In fact aristocrats would often tip their executioner to make sure they did a good job and took off the head with one blow. It took three chops to sever Mary Queen of Scots' head, during which she was still alive.
Thank you, very informative!
Cheers! I think the cannons were some other french battle actually but who's checking!
enjoyed it
Very interesting,,!!
good job
Thanks
You missed the standard imperial measures in Trafalgar Square and that the lions have cat paws.
Thank you for the amazing video!
Cheers!
Remarkable similarity between King Charles I and Tony Robinson, don't you think?
Gets bailed up by the cops😂 and I never knew that Charles got his head chopped off there at Whitehall and I’ve walked up that street many times
Me too.
Mark Cook amazing how many times one walks the streets of London only to discover something new
Joolz, great video as ever but you missed out the most interesting fact about Craigs Court. Deliberate?
Jules is the archetypal hyperactive kid. Bless. (I'll get to London one day and I'll pay through the nose for a tour ;)
It's the best orifice through which to pay ;)
You are hilarious. You offer tours?
Hi Deeanda. Yes, feel free to contact me on joolzguides.com
You can't be runnin' 'round tweakin' noses in this traffic!
The noes have it.
Hey Joolzie, is the one thumbs down from Simon?...lol. Good vid.....again..Cheers!
Well it's now got three but yes, maybe he's signing in separately! Actually he really liked it..He always likes the ones he isn't in!
Nice
Cheers Sunil
The lamp on top of the police hut would flash when the police station control room needed to attract attention of the police officers in the Square to inform them of ?? well what ever they needed to be informed of... there was a phone inside..
jools is that mark on the pavement not an ordnance survey trig point that was used for for surveying?
I bet the pigeons in Trafalgar Square I thinking where is all the people during this lockdown
Maybe after lockdown is lifted and visitors are down to far less than normal we Londoners might be able to enjoy our own city again without the overwhelming crowds of mass tourism - well it won’t last of course but hopefully a year or two would be great.
The stone plinth under the “south-west” lion has fire spall damage still visible from a fire lit by a crowd in connection with the First World War.
Oh dear, Nearly on the wrong end of a truncheon eh Joolz.....................Not again.
I don't know why but I'm always doing something wrong.
shame you didn't go off slightly to old scotland yard and whitehall court
I'm going to London after 33 years this July. Anyone has good ideas I would like to see. Please let me know.
Love your videos. Very informative. However, I have to differ on one point and that’s what you termed an admiralty mark on that kerb stone. I think it’s a benchmark which used to be chiselled into solid locations to mark fixed surveyed points which could be used in future surveys. They can be found all over the UK and used to be recorded on Ordnance Survey maps together with the height or other relevant information.
hi. Thanks. I'm glad you pointed that out. I have often wondered about all those marks on the stones. I thought they were stone masons marks. I read this about the admiralty in a book and I rather liked the story. I shall continue to believe it's true since it does no harm. Most of my videos are about myths and stories that I heard "down the pub" and local rumours so there are a few errors. I'm going to hang onto this one for now though!
@@Joolzguides G'day, I think you will find its not an anchor but rather a broad arrow symbol, which was used to denote government property.
Colonial Australia was covered with them.
Daniel Alcon the broad arrow is used to denote government property - most commonly encountered on equipment of the armed forces.
Yes. This is known in heraldry as a Pheon and more commonly the Broad Arrow. It was used by the British government starting in the 19th century. It was adopted by the War Department as well and can often be found on case markings of British Munitions.
Julian you should be knighted amazing knowledge
Thanks Florence, although I do make a few errors here and there (which are embarrassing)... but I'd take an O.B.E. !!
Sure at least one of the noses of Soho isn't Nosey Parker's?
I’m watching these in order from your page, why does it go from Walking Tour 2 to Walking Tour 4 🤷🏻♂️
😁👍👏👏👏
Charles I looks short cause he was only 5'4