Exploring Canada Water (and Surrey Docks/Quays)

[@Dave_Sisson]

Hopefully this isn't farewell to the wittiest and most insightful London channel, I never fail to be amused and informed by these videos. Remember that Jago Hazzard spent years with only a few hundred subscribers. Then *The Algorithm* discovered him and within three months he had over 100,000 subs. But even if you don't win the algorithm lottery, you can be assured that your videos provide a lot of pleasure to your loyal fans.

[@poesaste]

Well said, hopefully you keep it up Andrew!

[@200swilson]

Very well said! Couldn't agree more!

[@dronespace]

Hear hear ❤️ The algorithm

[@RossParker1877]

If this is the end, thank you. Always enjoyed watching a fellow Scot explore London. I hope you can keep going, you have a natural talent in front of the camera and these videos are really excellent considering they are a hobby for you. Keep being awesome and adorable ❤

[@aldogga3320]

Noooooooooo, I sincerely hope this isn't the last Exploring London video, I'm definitely gonna miss them popping up in my feed every so often. Thanks so much for all the videos Andrew! They've all been fantastic and have really made me want to move to London. I gotta ask though, is there a possibility that you'll explore and record wherever it is that you move to next?

[@ExploringLondon]

Stay tuned…

[@trytellingthetruth.2068]

I moved away from Surry Docks in March 1973. My parents took the family out to the suburbs and it turned out to be the best move they made. I went back recently and it looked a sorry state.

[@4623620]

Dear Andrew, We were so glad to see you back.😀 Then you told us it might be the last of Exploring London.😢 Now the only hope is that this isn't the last we hear and see from You.🙂 🖖😎👍 ❗

[@stevemayhew]

I've thoroughly enjoyed your videos - but understand that things lose their shine after a while - please keep exploring Andrew wherever you may go and if you make another video about it - it'd be great to hear from you - it would actually be just swell - take care

[@griswold67]

Really enjoy your output Andrew, and it is clear you research them well. Hope it isnt the last!

[@atravellingkiwi791]

Full support- no skip ads. Thanks for this beautiful video of London. Fully watched. Stay connected.

[@bugmancx]

I used to live in Rotherhithe for a little while, and for such a quiet little area of London it has quite a history. Thanks for taking me back through it. I hope this isn't the end!

[@sproutstanding]

As one of those 12 regular viewers I will miss your wit and wisdom and wonderful sarcasm.....wherever you go please don't forget us

[@ivangdo347]

I am going to miss you and your interesting videos and witty sense of humor. I always thought you must go through lots of research to produce your videos, it’s too bad you won’t be making them anymore. Thanks a lot and best of luck in the future. I hope one day you decide to come back. So long.

[@jsalsman]

Dr. Davidson's videos on the obscure parts of London are the best! I wonder why I didn't get a notification for the previous one!?!

[@Nick-io8td]

Nooooo your vids always make me and my mates giggle. Actually funny and interesting. Explore your new location and find more filled in docks there! Lol. All the best.

[@AntonyStrus]

Haha was that a dig at Geoff Marshall? I love the Londonist but that was brilliant!! Please keep doing these!!

[@___-yy8ud]

Is it me or has the Londonist kind of died out? I actually discovered this channel from the Londonist

[@davidharper3840]

It wasn't a dig. It was one talented film-maker tipping his hat to another talented film-maker.

[@Zveebo]

And if this is your last video 🥲 Thanks for plenty of entertainment over the years. But if you’re moving from London, do expand the scope of the channel beyond the capital - I’m sure you’ll have interesting stories to tell wherever you end up!

[@Wouterjan]

Nothings brights up my evening more than seeing a new video of exploring London in the feed

[@___-yy8ud]

I hate that this might be the end. You have been exceptional during a dark period which has been covid. I've learned a lot about a city I love and will found a new appreciation for it when I move back. Be safe and know that you have left and impression on many people

[@londonglide]

When I had just left school, I was taken on as casual labour with a friend of my father, and went to the Docks with him to help with the dismantling of some buildings. It was not a nice place then ( Must have been 1977/8). Worked at Molins in Deptford for years, and was disappointed the station changed from Surrey Docks to Surry Quays...Used to take the tube, which was a branch line then, from Surrey Docks to Whitechapel, then into London on a Friday night..

[@sedwarg]

Great video! One (or two) on Shepherd's Bush and White City would be awesome

[@gazzer210]

Forget alll those other London channels. This is the real deal. And he's not even English!! 3 cheers for this small KZbinr and his brilliant London videos. Well done

[@walker_andrej]

Last video? 🤯 Can we get out of city videos too please? Anything is fine - Kent, Surrey, Philippines...

[@johnhorton1012]

I’ve been enjoying these well thought out, funny and informative videos for a year or so now, so I’d be sad to see a sweet, clever guy disappear. Please. Don’t.

[@M4Y4girl2]

I hope it's not your last Exploring London video!

[@markellis6413]

If this is the end, then this is a perfect film to finish with. Witty & insightful as ever...

[@serafiiiine]

Genuinely one of the best channels on youtube. I hope that we'll be seeing more from you

[@FelixMassie]

5:37 - woundn't be an Exploring London video without a courting pigeon. I loved your closing lines and I hope this isn't the last video/courting pigeon from you - would love to join you via KZbin exploring the new place you end up living in!

[@danbutuc]

Very very good episode! Never stop exploring London, man! You really do a great job!

[@oiseaudubonheur]

I can say without a shadow of a doubt that your videos are some of my favourite out there, by far. Please don't stop completely!

[@riacharda]

Thanks for making this channel! I discovered you minutes ago. I was born and raised in London and don't know too many places. I've been a hermit and I plan to discover places on my weekends.

[@danwiltshire9379]

I hope that you continue to make videos wherever you are relocating to. You dry wit and sense of humour never fails to make me chuckle. You final piece to camera is so true, treat your home town like a tourist and you'll find many hidden gems. Best of luck, and hopefully we see you on another video soon

[@twothreebravo]

I never click on a video so fast as when I see one of yours. I so hope this isn't the end! But if it is the end, I do wish you all the best in your next adventure.

[@SueBarbri33]

Awwwww-these are ending? I just popped in to say your videos are great and that I really enjoy your sense of humor. Can’t believe you don’t have a bigger audience. The 1981 but was really clever.

[@vinnyboy6994]

Loved that, as a resident of Rotherhithe, most informative, and interesting

[@rhythmictiger]

Even if the next one was "Exploring Slough" I would still watch. Thanks for all the vids up to now and best of luck with the move :)

[@stephaniewatts1956]

This breaks my heart!!!!! Im so excited for your next adventure but i am so sad to see the (probable) end of this channel. I love your content. Your self deprecation and sarcasm are so wonderful. Youve brought great joy to this anglophile's heart. Cheers from Canada

[@debreeser]

I have enjoyed all of your videos and am sad that this may be the last. I wish you good luck on your next adventure.

[@charlotteclarke868]

Great video - the first I've seen of yours, and I'll watch more. I'm doing a self-guided tour through London via Google Streetview, and I started in Southwark. When I came to Canada Water, being Canadian, I felt some delight in learning about it and noticing all the streets named with Canadian location names. Your video really added to my understanding of the place. I was particularly delighted because while I was in Russia Dock Woodland I was so mystified by seeing what I could only consider a dock, next to a field. My guess that was it had silted in or something, but to learn that it was intentionally filled in was interesting! As I make my way through my tour, I'll definitely refer to your videos!

[@nid5504]

I've just stumbled across this channel and what a gem! I hope all is well with you and your next adventures.

[@phillipmcgough6282]

And finally, you reach my area, alongside the not very interesting Grand Surrey Canal. Your videos bring so much pleasure!

[@BettyRuiz19]

Aw Andrew! Your videos have been such a comfort to this homesick Californian Anglophile (I made London my home for three years and I miss it more than I can express). Godspeed to you on your new adventure and I hope we still get to see your face (wherever you might be recording from!)

[@vernoncalcote8818]

My girlfriend & I really enjoy your videos. You are a great presenter. Even if you don't do more videos about London, please don't stop making content. You are very funny & talented. We will both keep an eye out for anything you might post. Have you thought of just doing a weekly vlog?

[@davidharper3840]

Thank you for all of the Exploring London videos. They have been unfailingly informative and interesting, and your humour and enthusiasm are infectious. Wherever life takes you next, I wish you happiness and success.

[@andremp03]

One of the 12 regulars showing up to say, I enjoy your sense of humour in your videos and good luck with the move! Fingers crossed it's not the end

[@jakebeech7220]

I would like to actively encourage more videos no matter where you go! your content is excellent and good luck with the move :)

[@javiersaitta5838]

I hope this is not your last video.... I've watched them all and really enjoy your channel!! Greetings from Buenos Aires, Argentina.

[@emjayay]

I did not get the Jubilee-silver line on the map-silver stations thing before. Thanks!

[@ciarandoyle5420]

Never stop Exploring London! the video series is so well made and presented, each one you made is interesting.

[@suryaplara316]

Very beautiful city my friend thank you for sharing

[@1258-Eckhart]

Nooooooooooooo! Please don't leave us (all twelve of us)! I'm not criticising the other London KZbinrs by implication, but your videos are the only ones I watch with a permanent grin all over my face. The pretend 1970's Agfacolour, the water in the sculpture, the canal ranger boyband, the handsome stranger you organised for us at 7:45 ... Maybe you could rename the channel after your new neighbourhood? I'm certainly staying subscribed here.

[@GregLoutsenko]

Amazing video. Very well done.

[@Flintynicknacks]

Nooooooo……not the last🥲. This was definitely my favourite episode- could see a boat I owned in South Dock Marina in one of your shots I think. They might possibly be the only affordable ‘housing’ left in London for many people! Thank you for all your uploads 💙

[@mikehocksbig]

gonna miss this, enjoy your next adventure!

[@bobj3251]

Excellent informative & interesting thanks for taking the time

[@nijasty]

I sincerely hope this isn't the last of your videos. I've always enjoyed them

[@Supermunch2000]

Best of luck Andrew and I hope you'll continue producing content with your amazing mix of humor and information. I'm going to miss your London videos but I hope you'll show us the fascinating history of wherever you'll be!

[@jcboland79]

Delightful video! Thanks 😊

[@lilhoggy2074]

I’ve just discovered your channel and subscribed. The irony.

[@noeonoohno4219]

teared up at the end of the video :) thanks for all the entertainment and knowledge. love, a fan from wapping :)

[@scottmasson747]

Thank you for these videos! Ive loved watching them and cant wait to see projects what you do next!

[@EruditoHacker]

Great work, nice to learn a lot about my current hood!

[@EjAmongansTV20009831]

Beautiful video thank you for sharing enjoy keep safe and god bless

[@loriwallace3222]

Aw man. I’ll miss your videos!

[@mischaprice]

Fantastic video and inspirational send off, although I know the name is mostly ceremonial, would love to see more Canadian vibes at Canada Water, surely it’s the prime spot for central London’s first Tim Hortons. But thanks for all you’ve shared as a new arrival to the UK I am looking out for the weird and industrious history y’all have got all around.

[@wendybrown5935]

What a facinating vid so much history brilliantly done☺

[@colin.d]

Wherever you move to, remember, there will a story to be told!

[@tomhorrid]

I just discovered you! Don’t stop!

[@jakeinwookhwang1769]

Very nice video and thank you so much for the useful information! Will there be more development plans by the government?

[@DoctorPlacebo]

11:47 could I ask where you got this photo?

[@allanscott1720]

I'm one of the 12 regulars!

[@professorpodcast3029]

Fantastic Series, I hope this isn't the end, but I must ask, will you upload videos about your new home e.g. Exploring Edinburgh, Exploring Manchester...

[@danielclaro6049]

I'm now a Canada Water resident on my first year living in the UK. This is a very interesting video on the history my shitty apartment is built on top of

[@drkipper]

8:45. What are those guys even doing on that bridge?

[@IanPhillipsWildlife]

Just found this channel, fantastic!! Mega geeky fact about this area - Stave Hill Ecological Park is a great location for toads..

[@MrJiggerify]

good luck with your journey

[@simonbrodie3157]

No. No. No. no. No. This can not be. Your videos are excellent. I hope you continue in one form or another. Perhaps you can bring wherever you’re moving to to life, in a new channel; Not Exploring London. I’d certainly subscribe. All the best in your future endeavours. And thank you so much.

[@GunterDierickx]

Great, thx from Belgium.

[@faviannarrainen8462]

Top Tier Content - Should continue uploading! 😢

[@catwood]

Great video.

[@samgriffiths4107]

Hi Andrew, absolutely love your channel. Please please please can you share some of your London knowledge with me. I currently live on north coast of Scotland but will soon be moving to London where, following an early midlife crisis, I will be a Mature student. I’ll be studying at the university of Westminster in Marylebone. I need to find somewhere to live but since London is so massive and I am so ignorant I have no idea what areas to focus my search on. I need to find an area with good transport links to uni but happy to be up to an hour away. Since I’ll be an impoverished student I will need to keep the costs as low as possible (hilarious I know). There are lots of trendy areas that look really nice but then I remember I’m absolutely not cool or hipster. That said after my great migration across the border I may start to develop a taste for avocados and style my hair into a man bun. Wherever I end up I’d like to be close to some green space and some nice coffee shops. I also want to feel somewhat safe since I’ve lived a very sheltered life where the most outrageous crime was the theft of a wheelie bin. I don’t have a preference between north or south since I can’t even tell my north from my south. I’d be extremely grateful for any suggestions of areas you have. Thanks. Have a great week. Sam

[@ExploringLondon]

I don't have any specific advice for you but there's a lot of good stuff for you if you have a look round this reddit sticky www.reddit.com/r/london/comments/ub6eli/megathread_for_visitors_and_new_existing/

[@samgriffiths4107]

@@ExploringLondon thank you, I’ll take a look

[@edwardcullen3251]

Where did you learn all this?!

[@RetroMuseumTV]

Really fab video!

[@slavkopejic3140]

Oh, come on, there are at least 17 of us who regularly tune in. Some of us little later than others, but still... Wherever you move there is a street with a story and you are an excellent storyteller. Don't even think about quitting. You are much better at this than Geoff, he is just glorified bin counter riding high on Vicki's charisma. 😁 But seriously if you want to succeed like him you must upload regularly and as often as possible. Otherwise YT algorithm does not care about you. Anything less than video a month and it's highly unlikely they will recommend you to anyone.

[@phillipmcgough6282]

I love Mulberry Harbours - how did i not know this fact?

[@hpot53]

Well, I hope you are having us on and this is not your last time to enlighten us on places you feel we would be interested in knowing about. Wherever you go talk to us from there. Cheers!

[@riacharda]

Btw where are you moving to?

[@alithomasgb]

When's the Genevieve spin off episode out?

[@alithomasgb]

I regret leaving this before finishing the video! Really enjoyed your work, good luck with the move!

[@corycampbell5913]

NEW EPISODE! WOOHOO!

[@JB3Duk]

One of the twelve! Woooop!

[@edwardcullen3251]

WTF?! They're getting rid of the shopping centre?! No!!! I grew up in rotherhithe and I have many fond memories of the shopping centre

[@ianilevindyone]

Thanks for the lovely video! I hope you can make a similar series in what area you move to, just let my know where to subscribe

[@stevengray6120]

Good luck on your adventure! Your channel should say “exploring ….”

[@damianknight8064]

always entertaining

[@webrarian]

It's a brave man indeed who not only shows off his sexy legs but also tackles the Kent-Surrey boundary. I do hope this won't be your last video, but if it is, you are going out on a real high point. An excellent video.

[@TheCam1966]

Come to Birmingham

[@gcason2]

I’m such a fan of this channel. If you must go then I wish you well. But if I can chip in my two cents then please don’t be done! Maybe you could do “Exploring (wherever it is you’re moving)”… please!

[@MKMC_]

Canda water isn't really official its the center of rotherhithe

[@TheRealDorran]

Thought it said clock

[@GentlemanGaming1122]

Welcome to my local area! I live around there its changed a lot now would be nice to have a interview or something from yourself haha 12/03/2024

[@rayjohnchurch9651]

This is where I live.

[@4cristobal]

NOOOOOO!