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@markwoodley712

Ай бұрын

Hello Julian, We love waking up to another one of your tours. Hello to Simon! Loved the PB & OG Pet Cemetery. Enjoy your day! And thank you. M&R

@AdDewaard-hu3xk

Ай бұрын

Need an address, so I can send a check (paper). I know nothing about these P things.

@monotonehell

Ай бұрын

1:51 I'm sure it should be a 'pissoir of phone boxes'.

@reneeroche6328

Ай бұрын

I apolgize for my comments about the Banksy piece in North London. It reminded me of a friend I used to do graffiti art with, he was always doing fun and outragous things that made everyone laugh. He was killed by a seriel killer in London. I saw his photo on the front of the Guardian. It was him in the tube with a girl who looked like she might be my niece. She had her head on his shoulder. That's how I felt about him. The painting remined me of something we painted together. Now, the photo in the Guardian has been replaced by this wonderful piece of Art. Thank you Banksy. Also, because I felt bad about predicting the predictable. I wrote an email to the Upstairs asking for their assistance in protecting this piece of English hertigate. Besides, I would never deface Art. I'm not a monster. And, in honor of my brother who is a well-known graffiti artist and my dear friend who is not longer with us making us smile with his outragous pranks. I would definetly think of something better then shooting the Art with a paintball gun. I would instead plant a garden in the lot a Victory garden. Joolzy, could you perhaps spare Simon ? I need someone to draw me a bath and fetch my slippers.

Everyone makes such nice comments. Thanks so much.

@Rachel-rv8db

Ай бұрын

The only bad thing I can say about this video is... it came out just 3 days after I had been in London for a week. And stayed at a hotel about 3 blocks from Bayswater. Dang -- just missed it! Guess I'll have to go back. Thanks, Joolz, and Simon, for always having great content.

@lktubez

23 күн бұрын

Just giving credit where it's due, sir! Your videos have further increased my fascination with London. For us history nerds, every square foot holds a treasure of information and stories. You're the right person to tell them! Hopefully someday I'll be able to shake your hand. 😊

A Sunday afternoon always feels special when being guided around by Joolz, Lou and Simon!

@stephaniecowans3646

Ай бұрын

Absolutely!!!! In my case, when I am notified of a new Joolz Guides upload (usually by Sunday morning), I know that my Sunday is going to get off to a great start! Am sitting here with my morning coffee and my needlework while watching the Dynamic Duo of Joolz and Simon! Great music on this video (love that Dixieland Jazz!)

@Joolzguides

Ай бұрын

Thanks . What lovely words!

@reneeroche6328

Ай бұрын

@@Joolzguides I am simply repaying the kind words that you have offered the world. Update on the Bansky tree in North London. They have put it under plastic which gives it the appearance of "fake plastic trees." My ex-husband is a very quiet artsy guy. Once he was reading something in one of his brainy magazines and he looks up, his blue irish eyes smiling, he said, "During the beginning of impressionism, people would have riots over Art. Can you imagine people caring about Art enough to have riots in the streets about it ?" He seemed happy in his recliner thinking about this glorious world where people would protest in the streets about Art and painting. He was the most least violent and likely to be at a riot man. But the thought brought him joy. And, as Yoko Ono once said of her husband, "when the sunlight hit his hair, there was bits of red in his hair. I used to tease him about that..." I good bulter knows the difference between, "signaling" and "reading Art," it's part of the job description. Butler's learn this as a way of survival because a good butler knows more of what is going on in the Master's home than the Master. When the people who owned the building with the Bansky tree in North London; saw the painting. They saw millions of dollars, I saw -in the words of the Waterboys -"the whole of the moon" It's simply, "ways of seeing...." I guess....thank you for "you way of seeing"

@danmahalo

Ай бұрын

100%

@danmahalo

Ай бұрын

@@Joolzguides well; dems words are true 👌

In the mid 1960s, I lived for 4 years in a tiny 1 bedroom flat on the third floor immediately above the entrance to the ice rink. When it was built in the 1930s that block was cutting edge modern. All the flats had refrigerators which were connected to the refrigeration unit for the ice rink. When I lived there the refrigeration system had long broken down. But in what seems now like a renter's dream my rent at the time on a five year lease, was 10 guineas a week and that included hot water and central heating and the services of a uniformed porter. Used to sometimes pop down in the lift to skate and my local shopping centre was Whitely's. Such memories.

@jw9939

Ай бұрын

So interesting 😍 thanks for sharing these wonderful insights 😃

@deboramccallum3987

16 сағат бұрын

Such an i nteresting memory

You are literally the best advocate of London, in a time when many people have doubts over it

@Joolzguides

Ай бұрын

Thanks. Well, I think it's nice to concentrate on the history and the nicer aspects. If course there are horrible things like any city I guess.

@chriswalton4955

Ай бұрын

I agree. Love the fact that the main moan he seems to have is everything being turned into - you guessed it - luxury flats.

Pork cooking away in the oven, Mum settled in front of the TV watching an FA Cup match, and knows she can't disturb me because Joolz has another fascinating episode that I MUST watch.. I wish they had spent money on saving Hornsey Town Hall, Porchester Hall is so much like it, I can smell it!!

Your fault! Your triggered me! I lived at Bayswater and St George for about two years in the 70s. I used to walk that neighbourhood frequently to get from there to my job at the Royal Lancaster Hotel accounts department. So many good memories! You say that it doesn't appear to have been bombed. It was not once but twice! On my walk to work I used to pass some more blocky, modern units that didn't match the look of the white classics. Being a Canadian - we will talk to anyone whether you want it or not - I stopped some residents and quizzed them. They were all built on WW2 bomb sites. I was also told that some of the white classics had been damaged but rebuilt as originals. The second bombing was when I was there and we were sort of in the middle of the IRA bombings. I passed a side street off Connaught about 15 minutes, on my way to work, before a bomb went off and blew off the occupants legs (I understand he lived). There was the bombing of the Hilton and a Casino. I was crossing at Bayswater and Connaught one afternoon with a little old lady and, as we looked right, a car several blocks down flew up in the air and then we heard the concussion. We looked at each other and agreed it was a car bomb and went on our merry way? That was how accustomed we were to the thought. I always loved that walk to work because it was so interesting passing small shops we didn't see the like of growing up on Canada. There was the poulterer with the chickens and ducks hanging from nooses. The fishmonger with fish so fresh you expected them to wink at you. And the octopi who, if there hadn't been glass between us really wanted to hold hands. The eels gave me the creeps! The pretty little florist shop. All small fronting on the ground floor of the white buildings! Lovely! Adored the houses! Ah, the SPA! I went there once with some girls from work. We decided to go for a swim and a spa. I'd never been to such before and what an education! A lovely splash in the pool and then onto the hot rooms. That was when the person running it and the splashy companions discovered to their horror that even at the highest temperature I didn't sweat! They ran me thru the three levels two complete times and nothing! It took me a while to realized that growing up in Southwestern Ontario in Canada on the shores of hot, humid Lake Huron summers had made me immune! It also explains why in the winter when locals were bundled up like they lived on the dark side of the moon I was wearing a sweater! My boyfriend couldn't stand this and marched me off to Marks and Spencers to buy me a jacket- spring weight because I wasn't cold but was comfortable. We finished off with a group of strong, possibly Polish women using the sort of bristle brushes scrubbing us down and then tucking us into warm beds with sheets and blankets for a sleep. I have never been more relaxed and my skin has never been so red! So many good times there! What a great location despite my nightmare landlords! Great memories! Thanks! TTFN

I was very fortunate to have grown up in Bayswater from the late 70’s through to the 90’s. It was like having the world at your finger tips! Hyde Park, Queensway ice rink, Whitley’s, Porchester Hall/pools, the Collonades, Paddington Station and up towards Oxford Street! A charmed youth for sure!!

Fascinating doesnt come close to describing the exuberance, dedication and beauty [of Joolz & Simon] Endlessly inspiring. 😊

Makes my weekend when I get to watch your video's full of interesting facts and get to see the areas where most tourist would never think of going.

I lived in Leinster sq from Jan 1978 to Nov 1980. It was a Nat West Hostel for workers aged under 23 who had moved to London from the regions. Nat West had taken over a hotel whose owners owed them money and turned it into a hostel. Over 100 men and women under the age of 23 living in central London in one hostel, what could go wrong LOL! great days.

@fionamackenzie6068

Ай бұрын

I lived in Leinster Square in 1984 Lords Hotel (20-22) best times. Whiteley’s was still boarded up then it’s where the homeless would sleep on the steps. Basically opposite Underwood’s chemist which later became Boots.

@martinheskins496

Ай бұрын

@@fionamackenzie6068 whiteley's was still open when I was there. I remember going in there a few times. I don't think I bought anything though. I think a lot of people did that which is probably why they closed, To much window shopping

I'm always amazed at what goes on in those old establishments Joolz takes us to. For an American, London may offer the most intriguing walking tours available.

The videos with the swing/ragtime music in the background make me so happy! 🎉❤

You are such a plethora of knowledge and FUN.

That was excellent. Simon is so clever, he has just the right comment at just the right moment. Thanks.

These videos are unmissable. Every one is a treat.

It's a "dial" of phone boxes.

Joolz, I am a big fan of your channel. The knowledge, music, and character you bring into your videos is wonderful. I have learned so much from your videos. Thank you.

I had no idea Bayswater had so many attractive buildings. The Porchester Baths were absolutely lovely. A delightful jaunt!

the Tiroler Hut is a strange place and certainly worthy of a visit.

The pets' resting place was so moving, it's pure love. Animals give us so much, it's a privilege to know them and share our lives with them. They should be remembered and celebrated. I have lived in London for 40 years and did not know this graveyard existed.

@Joolzguides

Ай бұрын

It's pretty well hidden!

@alancunnington6910

Ай бұрын

One of the headstones appeared to be pixelated out - I wonder if someone’s beloved pet had a rude name? 😂

Sunday wouldn’t be the same without jools, Lou and Simon fantastic video jools

As my old Accountancy lecturer used to say whenever I got some simple sum right - "You have restored my faith in human nature!".

Brilliant show it's mainly all I watch now since I discovered it ❤

Looking for something nice to watch while I eat breakfast and wondered if you might have one out and, lo and behold, 25 seconds in! Excellent 😊😊😊

I love the interaction you have with Simon the camera person.

I have just found your videos,love them,I was born in London at Dulwich hospital,lived in Dulwich,my friends father was the station master at Dulwich station,Mr Webb they lived in the house attached to the station,I live on the other side of the world now,when I come back on holiday I love it,I know alot has changed,but love the history,if you believe everything in the paper's you would not set foot there,if I come back will hire you as my guide,thanks for video,

I lived in Notting Hill for years where it met Bayswater and it's nice to see this part of town again. I miss having the Porchester Baths as my gym! I also always felt walking down Queensway was like being on holiday in a foreign country. Very fun and diverse. I think this may be one of the most underrated neighborhoods and best kept secrets in London so don't spoil it for the locals!

@barrywa39

Ай бұрын

Brought back memories for me too. A friend owned a shop at the Lancaster Rd end of Portobello Rd, and I spent lots of time in the area around Queensway, and a pub opposite the end of Millionaires row.

Another wonderful video. Thanks so much Joolz. This brings back many fond memories as Bayswater was where I stayed as a young 20 year old traveller on my first of what became my many visits to London.

By the end of the video I was shouting with excitement! On my only visit to London in 2015 I stayed in a hotel not far from those churches and pubs, where the Moscow Road becomes Pembridge Square! Oh, the memmmoriesssss. And I managed to shop at Whiteleys! I bought a stale bagel, a mint tin and a top in M&S :P So sad it's still being renovated... rather splendid indeed. Thank you!!

@Joolzguides

Ай бұрын

Thanks! How lovely

I find it easy nap time drifting in and out of consciousness with Jools banter on Sunday afternoons 💤💤👍

A guide and a phenomenal historian.

Loved the Porchester spa and the Tiroler Hut. The old guy still entertaining all day at 86. Amazing! Also loved Simon and you reminicing about the old school fence! Haha! Cheers Joolz and Simon!

@richardrosen6453

Ай бұрын

That old gentleman entertaining all day was the highlight of a fabulous video !!

The only catchphrase I have in my memory of trivia from the Tommy Handley show, was something my dad found highly amusing. Mrs Mopp would arrive saying “Can I do you now, Sir !! I love a war time double entendre 🤣🤣

Thanks for this video Joolz. Totally relate to the trying to climb over that 70s fence. Keep the videos coming mate. Well done as usual. 👍🍻 Londoner and proud!

@RighteousReverendDynamite

Ай бұрын

British inventor Charles Barnard invented chain-link fencing 1844 as he was inspired by cloth-weaving. A New Jersey company bought the rights 50 years later. It replaced a lot of wrought-iron fencing in England around buildings and parks due to the scrap metal drives for the war effort. It’s also called cyclone fencing as it can stay in place due to its large openings in strong winds.

Made my Sunday morning great video, always look forward to them.

How about a ring of telephone boxes ..? Love the English devotion to collective nouns. Thanks Joolz for another lovely vid and luckily with some more luxury flats ;-).

@davidgray3321

Ай бұрын

Are you from the colonies ?

@LucyJones-zw4wp

Ай бұрын

A dial of telephone boxes?

Mr Whiteley has a Village named after him in Walton on Thames. He bequeathed £1 Million pounds for a place for retired ex staff and for the poor. It has its own Hospital. Look up Whiteley Village.

Had no idea Bayswater was such an interesting place with amazing buildings.

I used to live in Craven Terrace. It is great to see how much it has changed and how it has stayed the same.

Here from NYC via a London friend… thanks for the tour… delightful… ♥️🇬🇧♥️ Have you ever heard of the musical artist Ren? You remind me a bit of him in your delivery… ♥️

@squintych

Ай бұрын

💥❤️

@belgand5555

Ай бұрын

@@squintych thank you kind Sir.. cheerio… 🌺🇬🇧🌺

I started my Flooring apprenticeship at Whiteleys in the early eighties.I loved it there

My neighborhood when I visit London from Texas! You even showed the Corus hotel, and the Launderette down the street from it that I use!

Another great video, Sir! I remain rather fond of Bayswater, it's a lovely area, I stayed there quite a few times back in the day during some of my countless trips to London. I haven't been back in four or five years so I'm penciling that in for my next trip, you've given me a few things to look for that I'm unfamiliar with. 😊

Love the bathhouse and art deco buildings

That vintage 1970”s fencing is called chain link. 🤣

@Joolzguides

Ай бұрын

I’ll tell Simon!

@deboramccallum3987

15 сағат бұрын

Still have it in US although unsightly, I prefer wrought iron

Another great film. Cool to see a clip of The Phoenix in Moscow Rd., which previously was The Moscow and one of my hangouts back in the early eighties.

"A call of telephone boxes" perhaps?

@peterlewer7449

Ай бұрын

Surely, a ring of telephone boxes

I lived in St Petersburg Place during 1959 (opposite the synagogue ) I remember a restaurant called The Artists Palette where one could paint or sketch a live nude model, this was in Queensway Bayswater. I visited Porchester Hall quite often & on one occasion the pop singer Donovan in a rest cubical singing "Mellow Yellow (one of his Hits!)

Another groovy episode. I would love to see you revisit some of the places the Rolling Stones lived before they were famous.

Woohooo!!!! Diddly dooo daaa diddly doooo!! Great video Joolz, nice one.

What a trip down memory lane. My Mum used to take me to Whitelys on our way to the local Sainsburys every week. And then later memories of stagering through Bayswater in the early 70's slightly inebriated. The Mitre was a great pub.

I love your videos. I keep looking out for you on my travels hopefully we’ll cross paths one day. Thank you for doing such a fantastic job of showing off our amazing city 😂😂😂

I took an exam in Portchester Hall in 1966. Nice memory in your video.

@heleneg525

Ай бұрын

Hope you got a good grade!

@robbojax2025

Ай бұрын

Yes I passed!@@heleneg525

SWEEEEET A NEW JOOLS Best way to start my day.

YES! Love when your tour and meet local people

Ah, who doesn't love a Steigl? I visited the brewery in Salzburg back in 2010. Really good brew tour they've got there.

I bought a pair of khaki trousers at Whiteley's in 1980. I lived in Leinster Square from 1980 to 1983 at the Victoria League Commonwealth Student Hostel. Lots of memories 👍👍. In summer we used to sit out in the gardens.

Thanks, Joolz. Lovely area- I like staying around here when I visit London. Well-connected to transport, lots of history and pubs and places to eat. Glad you ended at The Mitre! They do delicious food.

Love watching your videos Joolz - I’m an expat living in Los Angeles, but I spent the first 20 years of my life in and around London - you’ve shown me amazing things that I never knew existed. Thank you

Very good description of the area where we’re staying in a couple of weeks. Will definitely pay a visit to The Mitre, as it’s just steps away from our hotel. Thanks

What a fabulous episode Julian! Bravo 👏 to you and Simon. Kindest regards, S.

Thank you, that was really interesting. Bayswater definitely worth exploring.

A most interesting video, Joolz. I've never seen any other programs about this area of West London, and this was quite a surprise to know what's in the area. The bath house is a masterpiece of a building, so elegant it is. What surprised me also, is the false fronted house in that terrace where the railway is hidden away1 A brilliant film altogether, and so enjoyable (as usual), so, many thanks

@Joolzguides

Ай бұрын

Thanks! I have many more too!

Splendid!

I was born to a house in porchester terrace north in 1950 great memories of the rag and bone man ,gas lamps ,the smogs ,we played on the bomb sites ,the coal man and of course whiteleys 😊😊😊 not forgetting ginger smarts news stand by the royal oak pub and i learned to swim at the swimming baths 😊

Thanks Joolz, another masterpiece.

Hi Joolz. I was alert to St Sophia for GoldenEye, and hope to see it next time we're in London (from Australia), but I also know it from the opening of "Last Christmas" with Emilia Clarke and Emma Thompson. I will have to follow up "About a Boy" - Rachel Wiese's place. The Austrian beer hall looked good fun, and wow that Turkish bath! Cheers Rob

Just wonderful.

Fantastic video thanks 👍

Thank you Joolz for another fabulous London walk.

Love your walks, Jools. Thanks Simon.

Most excellent as usual, Joolz. Thank you.

Some real gems there !

That spa looks absolutely amazing! Thanks for making and sharing, Joolz and crew. ❤

Fantastic !

Brilliant !

Looking forward to this always so informative and with a fun edge.

Been feeling lonely and home sick over here, until I noticed a new Joolz Guides video popped up just yesterday! Yay! ❤ Joolz and the gang, I thank you for keeping us, who live across the pond, connected, and inspired that I can’t wait to return this summer. Nice swimsuit BTW. 😊I dig it!

Love you Joolz! Brilliant as always!❤

love the walk jools keep good work up

Excellent banter. Thanks guys.

A new Joolz Guide! YAY! I absolutely needed this.

Great video thank you Love the book too👌

Spendid again, sir Joolz. Thank you very much.

Fascinating - I live in the area and didn't know any of this stuff!

Another excellent video, thankyou.

Lovely😍 Thoroughly enjoyed that!

Splendid video! I love the Bayswater area. Thanks Joolz

Enjoyable! (no such thing as too many references to Love Actually)😊

Excellent

As ALWAYS, I enjoyed.

Jolly good show! Thanks for making it!

Having breakfast and watching Joolz Guides here in the U.S. 😊

@davidgray3321

Ай бұрын

Good for you old boy

Joolz is London! Jools Rulz! Long may he run and reign!

I just love this channel, it's great. 👍😊🇮🇪🇬🇧🏆

Very enjoyable edition - thanks, Jules!

Love watching from Sydney, great video as ALWAYS

Again just wonderfully entertaining

You really nailed it this time Jules - best ever video in your repertoire !!