Why Is This London Lane So Famous?

Have you heard of this famous lane in London - why is it so famous? What is it famous for? Tourists come from all over to see Brick Lane East London.
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[@KevinDalby-y5r]

Gonna miss these London videos.Good luck Dazza,all the best on you Thailand adventure.

[@darrenburns16]

when my mate goes to london he always goes to Camden and stays there, he absoltely loves it - ive been to london many time and never been. i usually stay out the way as it's cheaper... but next time i visit, camden is on my list.

[@michaelfelsinger-k2i]

Hey, I was in that park June-July 2017 ! Tucking into a salt beef bagel and apple turnover from Beigel Bake. Aussie tourist. Man, that was the best English summer yet. Like being back in Sydney. That park was nice. Lots of birds. Trains going past. I loved my little holiday, and loved the affordable food in Brick Lane. I'll never forget the Chill bar. Great cocktails and bites. My new friend was down White Chapel end making beautiful Illy coffee in his little food truck outside the big office buildings. When my brother's partner was driving me up the wall, he'd lend an ear and make me a coffee. Ah, those were the days ! All gone, Darren, now that I can't travel without killing myself with a blood clot. Thanks for the memories, my friend !

[@theColonel01]

cool video darren, i can't wait to see the build up for the immigration to thailand and i think if you vlog the planning with the visa and where you will live and how you settle in etc your channel could blow up, loads of londoners i know are thinking of heading the same direction

[@chrisfinn7907]

London born and proud..like myself Yorkshire born and proud..that will never leave you and nor should it.. Whenever you fancy a walk around London you can always watch the many videos you have made.. I often take myself off into the Dales and around Yorkshire by watching You Tube videos and then go outside and it's 32°..😂 Right, off for a chocolate & banana shake..🤠

[@stewartgrant7724]

HI Darren,Like you said its great going down to all the places that you remember years ago and now you see the complete change now whether its for the good only time will tell.

[@linz347]

Lovely to see Brick Lane, the infamous City Spice and of course the Beigel Shops. It is so diverse and colourful yet steeped in history and holds many stories. Thank you for one last tour there before you depart.. 😊

[@corrinaastley6044]

Going to miss these sights of London. You going to meet up with Niaz before you leave? Didn’t realise Brick Lane was so long. Great video DJ

[@DarrenJohn]

100%

[@JoBritten-b8m]

What you see in London will always be with you. Thailand is an amazing place and you have the freedom there to live your life. Say goodbye to the the ever increasing draconian UK and live your life ❤

[@suzanneandrews2942]

My family are Eastenders but moved to Essex in 1971 and I was born in 1972. My mum and dad bought a puppy from the market on Brick Lane many, many moons ago, my sis had just lost her fiancee, a roofer who fell one day at work, just 18 and they bought her a puppy Peggy as we called her to comfort he during her loss, I was no age. The beagal shop is all I have been back for, as you know great. Darren I have loved your journey and wish you all the best in Thailand. Can we expect more videos from you please, you are so genuine and watchable...and I don't want to part you go just yet 🥺🙏 😊🥰

[@DarrenJohn]

🙏🏼🙂👍🏼

[@garymcguire8529]

Back in the 1960's it wasn't called Brick Lane Market, it was known as Club Row, and they sold mainly pets, dogs, cats, birds and fish.

[@AGlugofOilJanBennett]

Just to say, sorry I’m behind with commenting! We watch on tv in the evening and so I like, but comment on the phone…am behind with that as I say 😬 When I said on one of your Thailand videos ‘can you not just stay there as we’re loving these videos’ I can’t believe you are actually going to live there!!! Amazing, can’t wait for more. All the very best xx

[@DarrenJohn]

👍🏼🙂🙏🏼😊

[@davidmalarkey1302]

It's good to see you visiting places that are special to you and mean so much. We all have our favourite places.You take care Darren.

[@Madmart54]

I used to be based nearby for work and covered most of London up until 16 years ago (where did that time go?) so I know Brick Lane well. I’d often travel from Luton to Hitchin Railway Station and then down to Liverpool Street (dedication eh?) to meet my friend of an evening. We’d have a few beers and then walk to Brick Lane for a curry. It was like being abroad as there were so many “Indian” restaurants with all the waiters touting for your custom. The place was buzzing. I did go one weekend with friends and enjoyed the street market there and others nearby. Happy Days!

[@robwoodage9289]

Going to miss your London videos. And wish you all the best in Thailand. Must admit I was sceptical at first because a holiday is vastly different from going to actually live there. But I watched a video on 10 reasons to move to Thailand and it changed my mind. Only a suggestion but maybe you could do something similar. I will be looking forward to your future videos and will spread the word to family and friends. Good luck

[@robertansell4538]

😊amazing going out for drink and food😂 with friends show us where to go Darren good vlog

[@gillianmaynard4468]

Every time I’m home I go to all my old haunts including this one. Loving your farewell videos

[@LaoshiChristine]

Thanks for the video it was interesting, however the indoor market the food looked great pity you didn't show us some of the prices but nevermind. Dont blame u leaving the UK and Im sure your quality of life will be far better in Thailand.

[@DarrenJohn]

Ball park is £8 - $12 easiest way to get an idea. It's street food

[@youwouldvelovedit]

Spitalfields is good for history, Darren. The Huguenot's were the first refugees to London. On my Dads side i have first generation Huguenot immigrants who married in St. Martins+in-the-Field church, Trafalgar Square when it was only built about 5 or 10 years previously . Long London history in my family like yours.

[@eileennewport9713]

Sunday morning we would often go down Petticoat Lane in the 50s , lovely memories .

[@WayneAnthonyHolmes-r3s]

50s , Fukken hell you must be older than me, I'm 70

[@Jay-Leigh]

The last time I went to brick lane was over 35 years ago. It was good to have a nose around. Thank you Darren ❤

[@DarrenJohn]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@kevinhoughton9134]

Loving these reminiscing vlogs DJ, I hope you're going to do some food ones before you leave, City Spice and a few more eateries.

[@denise-p1c]

I enjoyed your videos, I live in Australia, and London is a thriving city. All the cafes and restaurants, I wish you all the best living your life in Thailand 😊

[@jacquelinemoore7839]

Unfortunatley London is really being battered to high heaven. With so many busineses closing at an astranomical rate. Its very very scary out there

[@mikeede49]

Greetings from a proud Manc, I was down there last weekend,not for the first time I might add, my dad was born and bred Cockney. Stayed in Aldgate and made the usual pilgrimage to Brick Lane for a curry and also had a nice street food sweet chilli chicken in Up market. Good luck in Thailand hope you don't get too homesick.

[@Potterthepattayaperv]

Hi Darren my Grandparents lived in Camden town for many years. They used to rent a two bedroom flat above a tailors shop opposite the tube station , nearest boozer was I believe called the "Mother red cap" laterly called the "Worlds end?? I havent been to camden since my Grandfather passed away in 1977. No doubt its changed beyond recognition since then, my Grandmother then moved out to Woking, surrey to be closer to her Family who lived in Farnham at the time.

[@Potterthepattayaperv]

Im in Rayong at the moment novohotel rim pae resort blinding resort with a great little cafe just opposite the entrance. The prices have been the same for the last 10 years. My lady told me this after a chat with the lady who own

[@Potterthepattayaperv]

I think it was 500 baht for 2 meals I went for chicken satay approx 20 onion rings loads of chips peanut dipping sauce for the satay, and a sweet chilli dipping sauce for the onion rings my lady had a thai green chicken curry and rice. So for the portion sizes it was excellent value for money. I had about 6/7 strips of chicken breast as well for about £10/11 .

[@francishudson3974]

Living outside London I’ve never been to Brick Lane but now you showcased It I’ve made it a priority.

[@robertansell4538]

@@francishudson3974 walking foot steps Darren me and my family friend doing this for 3 years Francish have fun

[@seamusleecg8579]

All the best mate, great videos, when you get to Thailand I think your channel will grow

[@DarrenJohn]

Hope so!

[@guttersnipe3246]

English and proud i salute you sir respect

[@DavidSmith-to9ni]

Lived in Thailand many years from London if you need any advice contact

[@garymcguire8529]

If you go a bit further north you come to Columbia Rd, wear they sell mainly flowers and plants on a Sunday.

[@blunderz2699]

Both my mum and dad worked for Truman’s in the 50s

[@DarrenJohn]

👍🏼🙂🙏🏼😊

[@helenmiddlebrook1491]

Hi Darren, so lovely to see Brick Lane, the place you Love in London. And City Spice, sounds so nice 🎉 I've never been, but it must be the Best Curry, if you recommend it Darren 🎉 The Truman Chimney, of Old London and also Brick Lane changing into the New London. Its lovely that you love Architecture Darren.

[@GOMAROMA]

Used to enjoy the midnight bagels from there. Very fond of the salmon & cream cheese. Watching the guy on the corner shop feeding the rats, not so keen ! 😂

[@DavidSmith-to9ni]

I remember going to Brick Lane flea market early Sunday morning looking for antiques. I have lived I Thailand for many years, I guess you have been through all the conditions you will a retirement visa which means 800k bhat left in a Thai bank or 65k per month a condo money to live on minimum 60k bhat a month there so many other things. Good luck

[@triciaslater4783]

Will miss your London vlogs but I think the Thailand ones will be interesting too. You need to do a vlog about finding a place to live, which part of Thailand and if you ever start a business out there etc etc

[@johngibson3837]

Nice one Darren, don't know why those cobbles aren't put back when road's are dug up as they last nearly forever, i guess it's just cheaper to skip them and tarmac such a shame

[@KevinMoran-ft1kz]

Good video , been to London many many time , but thats the first time I have ever seen Brick Lane )))

[@mick-nardini]

Remember standing on the corner of the Lane opposite Club Row watching the NF confronting the Anti-Nazi league in the 70's.

[@DavidSmith-to9ni]

Everywhere can become lonely its up to you

[@alistairthomson2593]

We need a quality Indian restaurant here in Empuriabrava BTW..

[@Realworldnews247]

You gotta meet up with Australian youtuber “Wayneos adventures” when you get back to Thailand ❤❤❤❤

[@deanmoloney817]

Dj what's the plans with the bikes

[@Goonerjai]

What he does in Thailand is his business. And to call the Thai lady’s/boys ‘bikes’ is very degrading. They’re working professionals like anybody else.

[@deanmoloney817]

@Goonerjai lol

[@DarrenJohn]

Selling

[@deanmoloney817]

Dj what years the cbr

[@darrenwilson8042]

Once when I was in London I visited Brick Lane - I stood and took it in - the history or how over the years various ethnic groups, Jews, Irish, Bangladeshi etc have left their mark on the place as they came and moved on. Then the riots - defending what was the truth there and rejecting racism I can honestly say I felt tearful DJ - its a microcosm that sums up the London story over 200 years or more. Oh and I got a damn fine begel as well.

[@mick-nardini]

As Londoners it was the place to go to get your leather and sheepskin goods, if they didn't have it they'd make it for you.

[@kazzsimo8276]

Hi Darren just to let you know , I’m not getting notifications of your vlogs anymore 🤷🏻‍♀️ I’ve tried resetting 🤔

[@DarrenJohn]

I think KZbin are rebooting

[@hayleyfaragher9729]

Darren I'm trying to buy merchandise for my husband in the Isle of Man but can only find a US site, where am I going wrong? 😂

[@DarrenJohn]

Really strange - I have a few of my new ones at home, but only XXL left. If you are interested send me an email

[@hayleyfaragher9729]

@DarrenJohn he's not quite an XXL yet! Thanks for replying, been here from the beginning. All the best for your move to Thailand. I wish you all the luck in the world.

[@mickgriffiths9982]

We are coming down from Sunderland to London on Friday for 11 days we are stopping at Canary Wharf this time we’d love to bump into you maybe have a beer before you leave your home town for pastors new 👍

[@DarrenJohn]

If i'm around, sure thing

[@Brucetta]

To be honest watching this video of brick lane can honestly see why you are leaving , wish you all the best 👍

[@foreignofficeclub5815]

Why? Do you know the history of Brick Lane at all?

[@TimK2646]

This is tearful as DJ moves on. It will never ever be the same after Trump 2025. Good Bye everyone. I will forever miss The Ten Bells, pre 2000 where we had so much entertainment....Girls were playing Lacrosse without much......wonderful world

[@flyinghedgehog3833]

Passing the pint jug around after lunch time stripping...3 pints then back to work!

[@AllanNeaves-qn3zr]

Think the word for Camden Town is " Trendy " 🤔🤔😳😱? The East End has more......... History. More dark tales. Social challenges through the ages. I'm gonna miss you strolling around the old City and telling me about the past that I should have known. Allan&Family

[@darrenwilson8042]

ref the end - its funny I was born and raised in Manchester and support City - I lived there for half my life but still refer to it as "home" some places just occupy your very bones wherever you are

[@alistairthomson2593]

Brick Lane is famous for curry of course, Bangladesh chefs, perhaps you could recruit 1 to Thailand 🇹🇭 cheers

[@cumberlandquiltchic1]

What do you have to do to get a visa or whatever is required to live there for a year? What happens if you want to live forever there? Do you give up your UK citizenship? Do you have to leave Thailand for a certain amount of time each year? Just curious. I asked a US citizen who moved to UK about this and she said she didn’t know, was winging it. 🤷‍♀️ lol okay… I guess I’m more of a planner, and maybe it’s not a big deal anymore to move to other countries. 🤷‍♀️

[@DarrenJohn]

There are various visas available

[@alexlangford6291]

You'll miss London.

[@EagOwls]

I expect he already misses Thailand too.

[@satianable]

I will take Bangkok every time compared to london

[@lynneseaward1315]

Maybe it’s because I’m a Londoner that I love London Town.😊 I don’t know why but I was tearful watching this video! Call me daft, as I am from the Isle of Wight,(living in Vancouver). Being a southerner I just love London. Also because I have been left England for many years now, but have to go back once sometimes twice a year, I miss it a lot. Britain is very unique that is why it is so appealing. But saying that you are going to a place of unimaginable beauty, so I am so happy for you. Any chance that you might go to the West End for a Christmassy vlog before you go off to paradise? Also, I really thought we would see you go to City Spice for a nice farewell meal as you were in Brick Lane. Still, you have to get on with your packing, so your time is precious. Good job Darren.🍻

[@Paul_G_Eats]

I have some great memories of brick lane 👍 thanks for the video Darren

[@DarrenJohn]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@ROYALWAND]

love that background music " WALKING AROUND " { who sings that ??? }

[@peterwarden4351]

Brick lane was always brick lane club was further down the road

[@gazb6176]

love ya videos Darren, wots your honest opinion of our capital these days? I think you are a very good person to ask. my opinion is crime is out of control, so I don't think I would feel that safe. hope I'm wrong. anyway pal all the best for your endeavour's. good luck Pal.

[@angelagraham9533]

Thank you great video .😘🥰😍

[@JohnGoward-ji4hu]

Hi Darren what you going to do for work

[@samhenwood5746]

I will really miss you London videos, but best of luck with your new future in Thailand 🇹🇭 Thanks DJ 🤗

[@karengalley3669]

Are you going for your last City Spice meal before you jet off? I think I’ll unsubscribe then subscribe again because absolutely nothing is getting sent to me. Worth a try I think.

[@DarrenJohn]

Ok, maybe try that - and click the bell icon 🙂

[@FabulousWanderers]

🧡 blocked 😔

[@DarrenJohn]

?

[@FabulousWanderers]

@DarrenJohn I don't know, just sent a kind message as always Darren ? 14 years subscription to Premium with over 1000 quality filtered subscribed to channels. I spent 1 hour rewriting the message in different ways ?

[@swimdeep189]

I'm sure DJ will correct any mistake with you.

[@billrankin]

Sheeba nex4 door is better

[@DarrenJohn]

I disagree

[@keiranhyre750]

brilliant vlog

[@gtaswfc4684]

What part of Thailand are you moving to Darren..?

[@DarrenJohn]

Eastern - to begin