11 Welham Square by Herbert Stephen With Commentary

Dive into the shadowy corners of Victorian London with Herbert Stephen's "No. 11 Welham Square," a chilling tale that intertwines family secrets with ghostly encounters. When Edward, newly appointed at the British Museum, revisits his ancestral home, he unravels a haunting mystery that has plagued his lineage for generations. Amidst creaking floorboards and whispered legends, each room of the stately mansion might hold the key to spectral apparitions and cursed legacies. Will Edward uncover the truth, or will the ghosts of Welham Square claim another victim? Tune in to the spine-tingling narration of this forgotten classic, where every whisper and shadow could be your last.
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[@MarianneOrent]

Still blows my mind that people say nasty things regarding your commentary, or your accents or anything else. I think (hope!) that most of us are truly grateful for the enjoyment you bring us. Thank you!

[@along5925]

Agreed. I've had it with commentary naysayers! For God Almighty sake, if you don't like it why don't you just turn it the hell off!? Sweet lord, do you have to ruin everyone else's enjoyment?

[@THEPAGEBURNER1979]

@@along5925exactly WTF just move on.😅😅 Tony always has some interesting things to tell us about. Thanks Tony😅😅

[@ClassicGhost]

I appreciate that

[@lindamoser6317]

I agree too. Has to be jealously!!! Usually when people criticize a person it's because they r jealous of that person's qualities. And of course, that would make sense because I love his narrations and accent most definitely!!! ❤

[@lunablue745]

We are!!!❤

[@gordonandtamarakirkham543]

Don't EVER stop doing the commentaries! They're almost more fun than the stories!!!

[@GingerTomMom]

An old-fashioned ghost story - excellent! And your narration is always like a visit with an old friend. Thank you so much, sir.

[@MrStoptalkinshit]

😊 À

[@furrypurry]

I always listen to your ramblings at the end, it's what makes you different from other narrators. Love your accents too. People can switch off your ramblings should they wish to, its not exactly difficult.

[@LindaPostma-do2gh]

Same thing here! It’s my special quiet time to turn out alll the lights but one candles and srnuggle under the covers and just dream! You bring the characters to life-i get a pretty good idea of who looks like what! Ok-it’s that time!

[@lynnsumpter1962]

Dear Tony Walker, Personally, I love your stories I am 78, live in Michigan, USA, and am a proud Anglophile. Apparently my ancestors come from Kidderminster. If ever I were to step upon the soil, rocky or sandy coast, or tarmac I would drop to my knees and kiss whatever on which I was kneeling. Your accent(s) are totally acceptable to me. Warmly, Lynn

[@ClassicGhost]

+@lynnsumpter1962 I drove through Kidderminster (or past it)) last week.

[@DiannePorter-w3v]

I adore your commentary. Funny and love the twists and turns your delightful intellect decides to travel

[@boosqueezy2418]

i appreciate your commentaries

[@marciedewolff9357]

I am with many who commented. Can't wait till bedtime.😁 A million thanks Tony for your hard work to bring us these stories and your thoughtful commentary too!

[@stevenshipman650]

I love your commentaries! Don’t take the trolls to heart. They’re jerks who enjoy having nothing nice to say. Weirdos. I have no idea why people are like this.

[@denisepiekarski4159]

I love everything about your work. Your voice, your accents, and your meanderings. Keep doing what you do. ❤

[@lesleykaygosson315]

I liked the story. I've never heard of it or the author. What I always look forward to is the end of the story when you do your review and well researched info. about the author. Absolutely Love your ramblings. You make me smile, laugh and I forget my worries for awhile. I could listen to you read books and ramblings for hours. You're The Best! ❤️😉

[@esmewitch]

Good story, not what I was expecting, cheers. It's boiling here, too, so a story to pass the stuffy night was very welcome.

[@missying1115]

Very good story and narration as always!

[@AlgorithmEngagementEntity]

Tony, always a welcome and enjoyable guest. Your voice is a welcome palate cleanser for American existential prospects. Thank you, sir.

[@ClassicGhost]

And you are always a positive and supportive commentator and a balm to my soul indeed.

[@franken-pattern]

I listened to this last night on the podcast, and it was so good, I'm listening here again today 🎉 Thank you, sir!

[@RachelWellborn-h6w]

I love for u to talk after!! you can never talk to long. Never! too long I love you.to keep taking ! Don’t listen to these ppl Old grouches! and theydon’t have to. Listen! You’re the best!!!

[@leonaheraty3760]

Thank you Tony! I enjoy your commentaries. Ignore the stuffy meanies and do your own thing. This is your channel! 😊👻

[@debbiewilliams1313]

Love being read to sleep! I’ve tried everything for my insomnia, but if I miss any of the stories sleeping, I listen to while I work. Thank u for all your hard work & passion! ❤

[@martiwilliams4592]

Elegant, masterful, captivating, Tony, also this time around. Much needed and appreciated. Thank you.

[@arlanstrong1424]

Oh! A weekend treat from Tony. I've just found your stories and they're all at least 7 years old. A lovely one this is too. How very odd that I ended up feeling sorry for the ghost!

[@elizah2093]

Was going to wait for bed time, but could not! I particularly enjoyed your comments at the end. ❤

[@ClassicGhost]

Thank you . i think that was a manic one

[@boosqueezy2418]

this is perfect end to a crazy week

[@along5925]

Oooooh! Bedtime story....can't wait, can't wait!! Sounds wonderful.

[@gillmclean3202]

Your readings and commentary get better and better. Really made me laugh. Loved the trial accents. Enjoyed the story too 😄

[@ClassicGhost]

+@gillmclean3202 :))

[@josh_yep.]

Oh! I was gonna wait until its nighttime here to listen but, forget it! Im listening now. Cool.

[@WhiteRabbitAnne]

I love your commentary, both on the stories you read and the latest goings-on with wife, pups and all. It's like popping by and having a cuppa with you. It's brilliant! (that's my best Englishisms from a childhood watching the BBC. )

[@judithl.morton9178]

As always, excellent. Most excellent.😊

[@terryschappert2397]

I appreciate your work. Not only the excellent and subtle narration - but the off script comments, history and personal stories of yours that go with it. Keep up the great work!

[@jennyh1970]

I really enjoy your accent. It's lovely and goes well with these stories. I listen to you on here when I'm working at my job. Thank you.

[@ClassicGhost]

Thanks for listening

[@qingma7663]

Tony, I like your ghost story. Thank you for what you are doing. Excellent 🎉

[@lyngreen5801]

I love you commentaries, I love your accent, your stories and everything about this site! In fact…I would debate whether I like the stories or the commentaries best? Anyway, just Brilliant. Thanks 🙏🏽 ❤

[@ocsananox]

I like your accent. I'm like most Americans, anything that sounds British is attractive and I can't tell whether you're from London, Cornwall, or Northumberland. I'm from Alabama so my accent sets me apart in my country but still, I can't tell if someone is from California, Nebraska, or Ohio. I'm very happy you narrate these great stories. I look forward to new ones all the time.

[@missholly7534]

I'm from Mississippi; howdy, neighbor. I love some Tony stories, with all of his lovely accents!

[@ocsananox]

@@missholly7534 Well, how ya'll doin over in Mississippi? One of my favorite places to visit is the Natchez Trace and all those little historical places to stop and learn. I've never been all the way to Natchez but hope to travel it one day. Mississippi will always be great in my mind. Elvis was from there!

[@alisonlynch448]

I am always drawn to the haunted house stories because the artwork is so beautiful

[@stardust949]

LMAO!!!! Best Ramble/Rant EVER, Tony! lololol!!! The story was really good too---I remember the closing line of it, vividly, from somewhere, so I must have read this at some point in my life. It was great to listen to, all alone on a Friday night. Say---have you already done "The Lamp" by Agatha Christie? That's a pretty short but neatly written little ghost story. I love your channel, and I am really BEHIND in a lot of my fandom here at KZbin, but oh well. Laughs and thanks from Ohio, USA. 😂

[@ClassicGhost]

i was a bit hyper in that one

[@rhondamuir3595]

Love your commentaries, Tony. Thank you for your wonderful readings.

[@brinklebros7136]

i love listening to you

[@Story-Voracious66]

I hope a late comment is better that never. Thank you so much Tony. Unfortunately I am not able to listen to everything you do, but I love all that I do hear, and if it's not my cup of chai, I would never be so rude as to complain! Your commentary is always relevant to me and thought provoking. It is much appreciated. And about accents, I catch them like a cold when ever I'm around them. I have to be conscious of it lest people think I'm taking the mickey! I am quite echolalic too Some American friends laughed at me when they visited patents with me, telling me that I had an accent when I was with my parents. When I had just relapsed into my native "strine"! I get embarassed by the way I speak naturally. It sounds ugly to me. Sad that. Thanks again. You are feascinating Tony.

[@jodyharnish9104]

Excellent story! Great job.

[@redshadowlady]

What a great creepy story! Thank you for this!❤

[@22Purplemist]

Wonderful as always. I've heard of this story but I don't think I've read it. I love your ramblings and musings. Thank you 😊

[@sarahmcgrady6748]

This was one of your best recordings. I liked the story, your comments, but most of all, I really love your voice!

[@claudiaquintero2937]

I love your commentary! It sets you apart from other reading channels. It always generates lots of thought and conversations in my head (and sometimes with people).

[@donaldmccleary9015]

The way you tell these stories is amazing. Keep it up! This is an amazong story and is extremely well-written. As always, your narration is fantastic. Been waiting for today's release. I was traveling today and am starting it around midnight. And...the ending you chose is perfect. Tell the complainers, "If I wanted your opinion, I'd give it to you." As an aside, the American lady who voices the woman in your Ashridge story does a fantastic job! I never would have guessed she was an American. Her accent is amazing. Thanks! Happy late birthday to Shelia!

[@ClassicGhost]

That’s right - Jenny Lane ! She sounds completely English

[@babs675]

Another well told story. Thank you, Tony ❤

[@violetfemme411]

It's 1am and I'm wide awake. So glad I decided to look for the perfect bedtime story, and seems I found one 💜

[@lahainanoon5838]

Thank you Tony!

[@Tinyflypie]

Tony I have a master of fine letters. For whatever that counts I think you are a truly fine narrator. Wonderful rich soothing voice and great taste. When I was a young thing at university I spent many happy hours reading obscure Victorian stories that were not on my reading list, in the library. I was so happy to find your channel.

[@ClassicGhost]

it is great to have you here and thank you for the supportive comment

[@KayBacci]

I'm old enough to remember the antimacassar! It was a piece of cloth placed on the back of an armchair, where someone would rest their head, to protect the chair from macassar oil. This was oil used by Victorian and Edwardian men to groom their hair. When I was young, some of my male relatives used an oily grooming product called Brylcreem, so some of my female relatives placed antimacassars on the armchairs! These could be very decorative as well as functional.

[@ClassicGhost]

I remember them in my grandma's house.

[@andrewfuller9156]

Damn, that takes me back. I haven't heard that word for decades! They were popular when I was a kid. It's a revelation to finally discover why they were called 'antimacassars'. Thanks for the nostalgia.

[@MrsJanLong]

I love your terribly terribly posh Vicorian accent :) Thank you for another super story! And thank you for the commentary, always appreciated!

[@jonehaney8939]

Oh dear, I'm also never going to be in The National Dictionary of Biography!😄 Wonderful story, artwork, and comments! Really entertaining!

[@chimera8421]

Well THAT kept me awake! Thank you - most enjoyable.

[@boosqueezy2418]

saving this for bedtime! thanks!!

[@jennnava2769]

Hello from Minnesota! Thank you for the great story 😊

[@ClassicGhost]

my pleasure

[@Redbeardblondie]

The review bit is, oddly, the part that really makes me a fan. Your narration is singularly impeccable on KZbin, and I love how truly classic the subject material feels, but it is your afterword commentary that makes me feel like I’m listening to a radio show, very enjoyable. Thank you for your work, I wish I made more money so I could contribute to artists like yourself.

[@ClassicGhost]

Your words are reward enough!

[@KayBacci]

Tony, your narration was excellent, and I enjoyed your following comments. I liked your accents, which were spot on. You used the right accent for the narrator himself, rather posh as befits a man of his social and professional status, but not exaggeratedly snooty! I love Douglas Murray. He gets angry so I don't have to be splenetic, which is bad for my blood pressure! The climax of the story itself was silly. Even if you believe in ghosts, Ronald is already dead, and he can't be killed again, even with a gun and a Bowie knife!

[@SallyShockley-n4n]

Tony's commentary is wonderful.

[@ClassicGhost]

Thank you

[@meganmcnelis7136]

I've stayed in a hotel in Bayswater that looks just like the building in the illustration! Great story!

[@boosqueezy2418]

lucky!

[@ClassicGhost]

it’s from a photograph i messed around with

[@jennyb9641]

I enjoy your commentary! Also I greatly appreciate that you give information on the story and author, which many channels do not.

[@JasonBurgess-wl3so]

Just listened to your latest this morning. I find your commitment to literature and storytelling fantastic. I can, when I have enough time I usually listen to your Analysis or your thoughts of said literature ( I hope you take my subtle use of the word said as a ridicule of the pompous people who belittle or criticize your work or your style, sorry vernacular). I find your knowledge, insight and your wit and honesty very uplifting. You have to take these other people who ever they think they are, with the pity they deserve. Frustrated critics they are. Keep up the brilliant work. I am an avid reader. I study Ethics, philosophy, and Theology in no particular order. Am I smart ? As you said " rule of thumb, probably not as much as I think I am. I paraphrase. Anyway keep producing I'm listening . Thank you . J.b

[@ClassicGhost]

thank you very much for this really supportive email. It was the first one I read when I woke up this morning was sitting with my coffee and porridge. As you say I read all these things and I wouldn’t claim to be any kind of expert, but what you get is just my take on the stories and my love of them and I am really grateful that you appreciate that.

[@jayfox28]

I would welcome just a compilation video of only your commentaries from various vids. Can't wait to dive into this one now! I've been looking for a new post every night this week! Thanks, as always, TW! UPDATE: brilliant narration, per usual. You could never be over the top, "and yet"- the longer the tangent, all the better.

[@ClassicGhost]

I had thought. the closest i get to that is my sleepy folklore channel

[@jonehaney8939]

As you know, I love your sleepy folklore channel, too! 😄​@@ClassicGhost

[@lyndabrennan4560]

Thanks Tony, sounds amazing, I can't wait to listen tonight 🙏💛

[@ClassicGhost]

Hope you like it!

[@PippaAT]

You, Simon and Jasper are the best of the best. Take no notice of the nay-sayers.

[@SusanMarie3]

Thank you!!!! Listening on 19 July 2024 at 11:22 PM Centerville Ohio USA

[@jonehaney8939]

Holy cow! I'm listening in Xenia, Ohio, USA!😄

[@TheRickie41]

I love this one, finally found a way out of your voice putting me softly asleep. I stay up to enjoy it. Now, I confess, my days are long and when I go to bed I’m really tired... and your soothing voice takes me off to dreamland.

[@debbiekhune8645]

Thank you for another wonderful story ❤ . Have a great weekend 😊

[@ClassicGhost]

Thank you too!

[@JLWinch]

I love the bonkers part!! Temu taking 7 years to arrive just killed me😂

[@c.djinmyr]

As an American, that American accent was pretty good 👏👏👏👏

[@ropeburnsrussell]

A while ago i reccomended a story that i didnt know the title of. Its 'Curfew' and its a great story. Jasper just did it on his channel but id still love to hear your version. Thanks for everything, pal!

[@gunners8487]

Thanks for all you do, Tony, including your thoughts at the end.

[@girlillas]

From Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. We say “Boo-wee” for the name of the Bowie Knife. And I love your commentary at the end. Don’t listen to whiners who complain about everything. I am extremely grateful for your posts.

[@ClassicGhost]

You are very kind to say so

[@ludovica8221]

I enjoy you waffling on :)

[@boosqueezy2418]

your accent is gorgeous

[@evelanpatton]

Wonderful story! Excellent delivery. Professional production. Quirky wit. Absolutely Fantastic. -🪭

[@justinelliott3616]

Recently found your page. Love how you do your work. Hope to stick around!

[@MsMak12356]

wow. good story!

[@SindyLowery]

Excellent reading 😄 Can I say Thank U for sharing and Please keep reading to us 💖

[@ClassicGhost]

Thank you, I will

[@barbaratozzano6364]

Love the commentary! Thosse who don't enjoy them can skip it easily enough. I love all the accents and have no problem understanding you, though I am from the southern USA. Your stories are great. I've read hundreds of Victorian ghost stories and i have a descent sized collection of anthologies, so its nice that you read stories I haven't read before.

[@Laura-tp8wz]

Thank you so very much!!!

[@chairk4119]

Alabama here...loved your rant.😂

[@gillrippingale1173]

Blimey! You have gone a bit ( more) bonkers since I was here last! Been off visiting other channels for a while..but had to come back 😊! So glad the waffle is still firmly in place. I was very very afraid that I'd get to the end and there would just be a dreadful void! 😱😱😱 Clearly needn't have worried! Enjoyed the tale...enjoyed all the natter even more!

[@ramonpiper]

I actually find your commentary to be the draw to listening.

[@tjblue22]

Completely enjoyed the commentary. Thanks- from America

[@daisymae4327]

I love the English accent and yours is wonderful. I enjoy your stories. Cheers 🎉

[@fetlock]

Love you, Tony! Your writing reveals that you are, in fact, clever...talented too. That's to soften the irritating P.S: In America, I believe it's normally pronounced "BO-ee" knife, like the gift topper "bow."

[@SamsungPhone-kk3ot]

Another enjoyable story, thankyou. My cat Lily likes to listen too, I think she likes your voice as well. Lily particularly enjoyed the parrot part and would like more bird mentionings in your stories.

[@ClassicGhost]

+@SamsungPhone-kk3ot I shall bear that in mind 🕊️🦜🐦‍⬛

[@novaphonix8284]

I liked your commentary portion.

[@elilawhorn3724]

Great reading. Cheers

[@sarahhale-pearson533]

Great job.

[@cheryl9389]

Your narration is excellent....more please(oliver twist)....

[@DarkestStarASMR]

You always do a good job 👍🏻👍🏻

[@julierobinson3633]

I love the commentaries! Ignore any arsehole comments. I know what you mean about the Glasgow accent - in the sixth form I went on a train with a friend to look round Glasgow university. Had to ask three people for directions before we understood any answer beyond "Glasgie yoooni? Wull...". We just kept saying "thank you " and looking for someone else to ask...

[@linzi94]

I fell asleep listening to a ghost story about a chap lost in the snow who was fed and sheltered by a strange man then his butler led him him out, where eventually he got into a carriage where none of the passengers spoke with him, I’m raging I fell asleep at that point now I can’t find the story to see what happened! Send help! Love the narrations Tony.

[@amgroves76]

Hope your meal out was nice and you both enjoyed. Wow you've seen heilung!

[@craigoliver8712]

Just can't please all the people all the time,just listen to the 99.99% who enjoy it Tony,some people just complain for complainings sake,screw em' - "it's grand up north la"

[@martas9283]

I'd hate the haters if they were worth a passing thought but nah, not bovvered. I love the stories you pick and your narration of 'm, and I always stay for the debrief :)

[@ClassicGhost]

+@martas9283 Dealt with a couple of them this morning before my second cup of coffee

[@shakonoheyraven1639]

Your commentary is great what little time I've been listening to your channel I find it extremely funny and entertaining keep doing what you're doing because it's great 😃. If you ever make it to West Virginia we'll crack open a jar of moonshine and laugh at each other's accent's 🥃🥃. And for the knife everybody including military in and around West Virginia pronounces it bow - ē knife 🎀 - ē knife 🗡️ Never heard it any other way until I started listening to stories on utube. THANK YOU FOR ALL THE TIME AND HARD WORK YOU PUT INTO ENTERTAINING EVERYBODY IT IS TRULY GREATLY APPRECIATED AND YOU ARE TOTALLY AWESOME KEEP UP THE GREAT NARRATION BECAUSE YOU ARE AMAZING 🍻 💐💐💐🌺💐💐💐 🦋 👣🐾

[@ClassicGhost]

I can live with Bowie. Booee, sounds weird.

[@Shannon-f8w]

Owww this one was excellent. Less a ghost story more fighting a poltergeist. But I have to say, Lettuce? Of all the names to be called out in a last desperate cry.

[@JasonBurgess-wl3so]

Just finished work You are more than welcome. You do yourself a disservice. You are an intelligent ,engaging personality . Best wishes with the future . When i can afford another DD i will go your way for sure. J.b

[@amywilliams9009]

As soon as you mentioned, San Francisco, I thought “oh OK that tracks“ in my experience it’s definitely one of the snobby cities and for no reason. Don’t listen to trolls like that. Your voice is the only one I could really stand to listen to when listening to an audiobook. Also, you’re really good at separating your characters when you’re speaking. I don’t get anybody mixed up. Keep up the great work. Maybe work on your American accent a little bit, lol.

[@angelaroberts2803]

Ps please can we have some more sleepy folklore ?? Really great to relax to.

[@ClassicGhost]

The only trouble is really low viewing figures! those who like it, like it, but there aren't many of them so I have to work on things that pay the bills first.

[@jonehaney8939]

​@@ClassicGhostWe understand and will wait as patiently as possible for the next one. I've forgotten, again and again, to say it would be ok if episodes were only 30-45 minutes long, if that helps!

[@jenniferlevine5406]

Very interesting story - such a different take on a haunting. Well read as always and lovely accents! Thanks for the assorted accent variations at the beginning of a great chat! Just my opinion, but I think you would be exhausted by the end if you try to do an entire story ala pirate, but please go head if you wish. I'll certainly listen to it!

[@ClassicGhost]

Ooo arr, shiver me timbers! Maybe you have a point

[@lccsd2392]

I thought the voice of whosit was very suitable especially when he spoke of his doughty and sceptical wife. The supporting characters were a bit thin. Makes me realise what a great job other writers do with their supporting characters. Thanks for a another great read.