Rather Splendid Walking Tour of Kensington - London

[@Joolzguides]

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[@anodyne57]

Mr. McDonnell, at 9:05 it reads "I was naked and ye clothed me." So do I gets a discount when I come over from the States for a tour? Didn't think so. Well I'm coming anyway, Sir.

[@salmankhan-fk2qc]

Good...now...spek....love....bolo...mx...6o....ok....n...c.....

[@salmankhan-fk2qc]

Good...spek....my....pand...m.....lotpa. ..n....codo

[@jezzaqc]

Have you noticed that the ‘God bless the poor’ poem at 2:40 can actually be sung to the same tune as ‘God Save The Queen’?

[@Mert-yf2oy]

no

[@sye601]

I am now mostly living my days out vicariously through videos like this !

[@iananderson3799]

Doing anything vicariously is generally a good thing, I have found.

[@martiwest2594]

Me too

[@martiwest2594]

⁠@@iananderson3799 I don’t have the energy havethe money energy or Anything else that will allow me to or anything andbcertainly not the money to live any other way than 😢vicariously

[@nigelspeller1850]

Joolz you have excelled in you're satorial elegance

[@annehart832]

I met Joolz as I was coming out of Monument tube station. He was so kind and friendly. He offered to have a picture taken with him. Since I had watched many of his videos in preparation for my trip to London, I felt like I was meeting an old friend. Thanks for all you do and for who you are. Anne H, Portland OR

[@EMKWANREVIEWS]

These videos are delightful. As a Brit living in London who studied and lived in central London, they're incredibly nostalgic! Thank you!

[@EdVanMeyer]

How could anyone not like Joolz guides? They are informative, fun and educational and some of the best vids on youtube. Jools is top chap.

[@cbarnett2112]

Good Question and Answer: steeple is the entire construction (tower usually with a bell) and the spire is only the pointy bit at the top.

[@ginawiggles918]

Just stumbled upon this site and am bowled over with joy! As an Anglophile American these videos are right up my street. I can't decide if I should spend the weekend binge-watching or dole them out as a special treat. I'm in heaven. :)

[@joansmith3296]

Splendid is the word alright! Gawd Joolz, if there's any place in the world where I could choose to live it would be right there. Just lovely & peaceful & history galore. Lovely homes and streets and beautiful flowers. Thanks much for this one. Talley Ho and Pip Pip Joolz! BTW Love the outfit!

[@emilystaudte8401]

Bloomin 'eck! Love the versatility, from 'we don't need no stinkin badges' to Shakespeare in one video. Your pop references are always on point and quick! I never catch them all in one go. And how apt to find the figurine, you are a modern day Beau Brummel! Always a pleasure Joolzy 💚

[@lordleonusa]

I worked in Kensignton for 10 years, I've learned a LOT from this Video, in my opinion, your best yet! I saw Diana often, a few times with with Harry & William, met her properly twice, very precious memories.

[@mjh5437]

She nearly knocked me off my Vespa in Notting Hill Gate one morning,she was driving like a total lunatic.

[@KandiQTC]

I absolutely LOVE all your videos! As an American that's hopefully gonna be studying at LSE in London next year, would you consider making a video that tours around some of London's famous universities and interesting historical sights nearby? I bet a lot of international students would be greatly inspired! I definitely hope to have a tour with you soon!!

The LSE is in the Holborn area.so look for a video on that.

[@KandiQTC]

@ Thank you!

[@arriesone1]

Tooqute2nv Your photo belies the fact of how foul-mouthed you are. The two don’t sit well together.

[@KandiQTC]

@@arriesone1 I didn't ask for your assessment of me. Also, you don't have the pleasure of seeing the original comments made by the person that was insulting me because I simply want to study at LSE in London.

[@KandiQTC]

@@arriesone1 Also, what do you think gives you the right to judge ANYONE and give your opinion about it? Let alone something as base as their looks and as complex as their personality when you don't even know them???

[@stevendaniel5649]

You get more handsome on each video. Your jacket and bowtie are superb! London is so classy and gorgeous this time of year. How I wish I was there. Thank you, Sir. :)))

[@Joolzguides]

I quite agree

[@emilystaudte8401]

You agree that you are handsome? Or that London is classy? 😉😉

[@nuran7231]

Thank You for a walk! I like all your videos!

[@beeutiffle]

Great video. I love how you chat to the shopkeepers and get the local stories. The chap in the cane shop was so interesting.

[@daviddouglas6610]

Best way to see any city, just simply walk ,you will discover so much more

[@kdean9537]

Thank you Julian for the lovely tour...it was wonderful! 👍 💖Really loved the music! ...can't wait for the next walk with you...take care! Oh...loved your outfit too! 💖

[@VictoriaPichel]

oh, that glorious fish and chips!!! Excellent video, Jools. Such a beautiful area of London... I love all those hidden passage ways, nooks and crannies everywhere... The best part of my (usually dull) Sundays, waiting for your new video notification! x

[@brasschick4214]

Hi Joolz, Freddie proposed but never married Mary but he said despite all of his other relationships he regarded her like a wife. She had a home next door to his. Mary is the only person he entrusted his ashes to its final resting spot. He lived at his home with his partner Jim Hutton.

[@samthorne5412]

100% true Mary was the only friend he truly trusted, Freddie Mercury once said " The only friend I've got is Mary and don't want anyone else. To me, she was my common law wife" he was asked why Mary could not be replaced as a trusted friend his answer was "simply impossible". Freddie was godfather to Mary's children.

[@howtubeable]

Thank you for your comment. Joolz' comment about Freddie Mercury's wife had me very confused.

[@southernguy35]

@@samthorne5412 . correct me if i'm wrong but I believe Freddie left his estate to her, too.

[@Fitzroyfallz]

sam Thorne Freddie often said those sorts of things to protect himself from homophobia. Mary was his beard, but Jim Hutton was his husband. Freddie had loads and loads of wonderful friends like Joe Finelli, Elton John, Phoebe Freestone, Peter Straker, and of course the rest of the band. He lived with his husband Jim Hutton and said “I’m very happy with my relationship at the moment and I couldn’t ask for better. I’ve finally found a niche that I was looking for all my life and no fucker in this universe is gonna upset it.”

[@robertallen6710]

@@southernguy35 The bulk of his estate he bequethed to her...his parents got relatively nothing....

[@2Sugarbears]

15:54 I remember walking up this road in the late eighties. We went to a canal boat for dinner. In those days the toilets released into the canal and both the toilet and the canal stank. Dinner was a bit difficult for me because of the pong. I saw many of the places you are showing and remember with pleasure. Thanks Joolz I really enjoyed this one.xxoo Diana

[@renoir8719]

thx for this Jookz went dowm memory lane. Biba, Kensington ,Market and Sombrero restaurant.

[@p51nion]

Hatband matches jacket. Joolz - tour guide / entertainer / bon vivant / raconteur AND paragon of gentlemens' fashion! You're not to be missed Joolzy.

[@sandytw5229]

I very fondly remember Kensington Market! Every Friday we’d go to Shoeless Joes in the Kings Road owned by Victor Obugu (England Rugby) after a veggie kebab (no meat) we’d get a cab back to mine (North Kensington) & we’d agree the next day we’d go for piercings in Kensington Market! We never did 😂

[@amandaletendre601]

I just came upon these uploads and they are really helping with the recent isolations! Thank you Joolz! You are making these last weeks bearable. I could listen to you for hours! Hello from Boston!

[@jimbennett3782]

Enjoy your videos. Lived round Kensington when it was bedsit land in the early seventies. Even the bedsits were expensive...:-). The car that the camera lingers on at 2.12 is a very rare Peugeot 504 convertible, had the hard top coupe in the eighties. That one looks like an import, mine was right hand drive, ( even rarer...)

[@chrisstaylor8377]

Thank you for that remarkable tour ,I really enjoyed it

[@OhMaDayzz]

I went to school for my A-levels just off Kensington High Street and I loved it so much. I really miss the neighbourhood. One of the hidden gems of Kensington is the St. Sarkis Armenian Church on Iverna Gardens, which I wish you covered. It's one of the streets just off Kensington High St, and it's magnificent. It was constructed by Calouste Gulbenkian, who was the richest person in the world in the 1940s-50s.

[@unwaw]

Armenian here, that was an interesting piece of info, need to visit next time I am in London

[@do5343]

Totally agree

[@anodyne57]

Was in Lisbon just last year and saw the stupendous Gulbenkian art museum there. He was an interesting person for sure.

[@waltertomashefsky2682]

That jacket Joolz, OMG, that jacket! I swear they can spot it all the way over in Bermondsey!

[@michaelbenenson]

Oh for longer walk abouts! Thumbs up again, J.

[@davidshields8401]

Thank you so much. I miss my happy home in Vicarage gate. Kensington, I will always love you, and I'll be back some day.

[@stephielulu9096]

I used to live in Vicarage gate too! Lived on the top floor of some flats.

[@supercarsandlifestyle]

Jools guides - the best tour videos - not only the place but soul of streets, history and what makes places what they are. Thank you.

[@TravelingisFREEDOM]

This seems to be a very interesting place, I hope I can visit sometime in the future. Seeing and sharing places like this is why I love traveling and make videos so much! And please keep up the great job! Subscribed!!

[@CDGERTYU]

A gable end (no euphanism intended) where a building ends with the wall reaching the roof apex as you showed. Also, up here in the North, Egerton, a fairly common name, is pronounced as in 'edge'. No idea if there's a correct way. Keep making the videos 👍

[@bomasspot]

Great video Julian. As you probably knew at the beginning of the presentation in Edwardes Square you must of been opposite Frankie Howerd's house, he lived there from 1966 - 1992. Fascinating history tour of Kensington.

[@StevieGstar]

All ways a great pleasure. To watch your great work

[@prepperjonpnw6482]

Did you mean to say “all ways” or did you mean “always”? Just curious

[@auscomvic9900]

These videos are brilliant. They evoke so memories and emotions.

[@trance212]

I was in London this past June. If I could turn back time, I would 100% booked a guided tour with you! I found this channel after I came back home. This is amazing!

[@TheFiown]

I still remember shopping at Biba in Barkers ! I think it was just weeks before it closed, there was a wonderful roof garden ,,,

[@ivx8345]

ALL HAIL to that shop and the history that they so apparently love, appriciate and cradle!!!

[@ivx8345]

and that goes for JOOLZ as well!!!

[@clarepover4978]

Ah! Memories of yesteryear. Marvellous as your commentary makes yesterday as today...so Real.

[@cbarnett2112]

Brilliant! Another wonderful walk with Joolz! I stayed in Kensington back in 2000 and loved it! I can't wait to get back and perhaps see you while I'm there. Love the vids and the subtle references to "Blazing Saddles" and "Whitnail and I". Thanks again, Joolz!

[@Joolzguides]

Glad you noticed

[@trevorbaker639]

What a spiffing blazer! Spot on! We have often travelled into the west end for shows and what-not, and whenever possible combine it with a visit to a museum or exhibition or such. On our last visit we went to The Monument and learned all about the great fire. Now in lockdown I will certainly use this channel to bone up on my London landmarks and look forward to when we can stroll those streets again. Top chap that Joolz!

[@bobrose7900]

Fantastic video, with a slightly melancholy twist reference Freddie's bode. Great pub lunch!

[@ljmsevern]

I love watching your videos, they were a lifeline during lockdown when I couldn't go anywhere.

[@cycleSCUBA]

It's that boater again! Splendid, a true trailblazer !!

[@zubaidakablan6782]

Kensington beautiful place I hope to visit that area especially that jewellery shop were lady Diana visited. Thanks alot your amazing

[@prepperjonpnw6482]

She looked as if all she does is sit there in that tiny shop all day lol While her husband uses it to launder money lol. How else can she afford to be in Kensington ey? Just up the street from the palace?

[@MTMF.london]

@@prepperjonpnw6482 What an ignorant and idiotic remark. She probably owns the shop. Not everyone is Kensington is filthy rich. There are middle class, working class and very poor people living in Kensington and yes, up the street from the palace.

[@randelbrooks]

Love the bowtie I wear them too. That is one bright seaside sports coat you’ve got. I remember many of the places you are showing us from the TV series Jeeves and Wooster. Splendid stuff love it!

[@richardfugelsang4603]

As an Ex-Pat Pom living in Sydney Australia, I’m absolutely loving your vids Joolz.

[@vincentevans4964]

I love all the shops, side streets crocks and crannies of old and modem London.

[@miriamq6764]

I am from Argentina and i am living in London. I enjoy your videos! I hoce to visit all the places you show in your videos. Excelent work!!!

[@jasminegore1239]

Now we are in lockdown ...yet again I follow joolz ...I can imagine walking along listening to his your ...I find them charming and relaxing.

[@mycroft1905]

simply charming ramble

[@kartikmakwana6328]

London histroy is always great and curiocity will always increasing after watching video

[@garymarshall8228]

What a delightful reprieve from this difficult corona times. Bravo!

[@alejandramarquez235]

Thanks a million for showing Freddy Mercury's Home. Every tour is really interesting and unique.

[@dennysmith7862]

You are delightful to listen to... Brit wit is a TONIC !!! Pse do a lot more of these.... You have a natural talent...

[@fedpoulton]

Just discovered your films today. Spent all afternoon watching them. I've lived and worked in London all my life ( I'm 53) and have read loads about the history but still learned quite a bit from you. How about a few more in South London?

[@annother3350]

He admits that its hard to get him and his buddies to go South of the river

[@janeorson5452]

Thank you for this excellent video! It's much more interesting than the usual, 'Come shopping with me' videos. London has so much more. I used to live there when I was young and go back regularly and am always looking for new and different things to see. I love history to (and adored Freddie Mercury!) I will watch many more.

[@dawnprice8862]

I think they have some of the old building left within the estate

[@omfug7148]

Last time I was in London I stayed in South Kensington, beautiful area, I think that many Americans would be surprised by the private neighborhood parks. Dang I wish that I could come to the UK now when the pound is so weak against the dollar, I would head straight for that jewelry shop.

[@roroforo5092]

America also have Kensington, you know.

[@tonywalker5681]

It always makes me miss Old Blighty when I watch your films.

[@HostileButHonourable]

Really love your quirky walks around that great city. Always makes me smile! If I ever need a tour organiser I know who to look for!

[@lindanorris3226]

HEY GUYS THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING US 🤗💫🌎

[@markbarker6739]

Freddie Mercury had a stall in Kensington market selling clothes and the outfit he wore on top of the pops singing killer Queen were all off the stall

[@littleoldlady873]

I miss Kensington market 💔

[@isminidog]

I still love your channel, joolz. I was one of your early subscribers, and it's still among my most favourite channels.

[@JonnyBGood12]

It's not Sunday unless you have "a Joolzy" to watch 😅😅😅

[@seymourandpepe]

I was under the impression The Muffin Man lived on Drury Lane, but I guess I'm wrong. He lives in Kensington. Brilliant outfit by the way.

[@MTMF.london]

There's actually a Drury Lane in Kensington but no, the Muffin Man is elsewhere. I am rather worried that it will be inundated with more tourists than it is already.

[@EASYTIGER10]

I love all the quirky little shops selling interesting things! I do wonder how they make money though, it's quite a specific clientele!

[@f32440i]

You'll be surprised what all these millionaires spend their money on!

[@rossybink]

Really enjoyed this Joolz. Oh how I miss Kensington Market and yes it always smelt of Patchouli. Freddie Mercury and Roger Taylor had a stall in there from 69 for a few years. Best 2 pubs in Kensington in my opinion is The Churchill arms and Windsor castle. Kensington roof gardens was a cool place but I'm not sure if it's still in operation. Nice work!

[@Chris-ImperialAerosolKid]

I always count those as being in Notting hill

[@rossybink]

@@Chris-ImperialAerosolKid yep, as soon as I typed that I had the exact same thought, but same borough I guess. Both pubs are off Church street etc...ha, I'm going to the Windsor Castle right now if you fancy a pint Chris.

[@Chris-ImperialAerosolKid]

@@rossybink both great pubs.

[@MsBeryl6]

I lived at 12 Stafford Terrace in 1960 My Son was born, loved that area. Thank you JOOLZE

[@adonaiyah2196]

Pretty sure Freddie Mercury lived there too

[@humble4533]

Thank you Joolz for another fascinating video for which I would like to thank you for all your effort in putting it together.Looking forward to your next one

[@nancywysemen7196]

good to see and hear you again. i took a break-reading!

[@enriquevialas2131]

Buenas tardes. Estaba buscando vídeos en inglés y acabo de encontrar algo que realmente vale la pena ver. Me encanta la ciudad de Londres.

[@walburgafunkenschlag1172]

Danke für das wunderbare Video.Es hat soviel Freude gemacht Ein lieber Gruss

[@Petra44YT]

It's great to be able to explore London, even though lockdown and travel restrictions are still very much in place and will be for a long time.

[@SoTresTres]

My old hood. Feeling nostalgic and homesick!

[@MolloyPolloy]

I could listen to the lady in the museum talk for hours. She should narrate books. Such a soothing and calming voice.

[@shannonelaine4918]

Fabulous video!! I love Kensington. It's my on my bucket list to see Garden Lodge Freddie Mercury's home. xx

[@ArcAudios77]

Magnificent Tour, my thanks Sir. Regards

[@itsanameisntit]

Excellent choice of music, beautiful video!

[@SunFlower-kg8yn]

Ah, thanks for taking me back to my childhood and youth. Used to live in High Street Ken and went to school in South Ken. Wish the NHM would bring back Dippy, I miss him.

[@janecerrone6161]

We are going to London on Sept 14 and staying in Kensington. Can't wait to meet the Brits.

[@daviddouglas6610]

Try to get out of london and see other parts of the country

[@Isleofskye]

Did you come Jane and did you enjoy your stay , please ?

[@suchanuch1]

I live in Kensington and never knew about the costume jewellery shop. Will definitely pop in to see!

[@sterlingmad7763]

I love your videos.. very well presented, humorous and interesting.

[@philjamieson5572]

Splendid video. I suddenly want a warm buttered crumpet and a pot of strong tea.

[@lamiaitaly2549]

My parents were married at that registry office too - and my mother is Italian too. It was just an ordinary front door back then so nothing much has changed although it ceased to be a registry office yonks ago.

[@samstone8591]

Kensington Market was still there in 80s-90s. Oh and Kenny Everett lived at 91 Lexam Gardens, just around the corner.

[@carlprice6298]

Sam Stone was Kensington Market on the opposite side of the street to where Jules pointed it out?

[@danimeijer6731]

I live on Stratford road :) nice to see it included! You actually literally passed my house !! 

[@DarrenHoussein]

n i c e

[@begbieyabass]

What number is it ?

[@begbieyabass]

😉 I want to send you a bunch of flowers

[@Snowshowslow]

That's a great place to live :) I am only a little envious 😉

[@jeanneamato8278]

I just can’t get enough of you.

[@sr2ak]

Thank you Julian for showing gems in Kensington :)

[@robertcharles910]

Fantastic Videos Joules.

[@thermallyinvested]

Splendid indeed! Just found this video, looking forward to watching more - I do hope they’re all as wonderful as this one! I often get on a ferry from Greenwich pier just for the pleasure of hearing the tour guide ramble away about London. What a joy!

[@welshmanjasonpatrick8607]

Very nice place visit with lot history kenston thank you jozzls

[@Sydney2217]

Superb ....watch every episode .

[@beezig]

Another fascinating video Joolz, again I have wandered round this area a few times but missed many of these little details. Keep them coming Joolz.

[@colinvespa4709]

I'm in London right now doing some of this, passed Enid Blyton's house site and blue plaque of Lady Diane old flat, loved Kensignton buildings red brickwork and whites stone all visually pleasing.

[@carolinedecastro4171]

Jools you are a scream I laugh so much when I watch you. Thanks for your entertainment.

[@Lee-nh5bb]

I'm still keeping the patchouli dream alive! 🌺

[@hellmuthschreefel9884]

Makes me want to visit all these fascinating people and their interesting shops.

[@danchauhan6704]

Liking the Attir.. Boating Blazer, Salmon Pink Trousers, Two Tone Shoes & a Cane. You're a fine Amberlist...

[@DeeFightingDreamer]

Love how the suit jacket corresponds with your hat! I just had to say that, as it literally brought me joy, I don't know why. Also loving the pants. And of course, thank you for the lovely video ♥

[@MTMF.london]

Trousers. Pants = underwear to the Brits.