London Lockdown - River Thames - Self Guided Walking Tour Through History

With London in Lockdown Joolz takes you on a walk along the River Thames from Embankment to London Bridge.
Also deserted London Sights: Trafalgar Square, Parliament Square, Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square and Buckingham Palace.
You will learn all about the history of Cabman Shelters, Joseph Bazalgette and his Victorian sewage system.
Then also Cleopatra's Needle and a Roman Bath in London.
Have you ever wondered if the Queen really needs permission from the Lord Mayor of London to enter the City? Joolz explains all about William The Conqueror and how he started this tradition.
Then the house of the richest man in America, William Waldorf Astor who lived at 2, Temple Place. Blackfriars Bridge and Roberto Calvi, God's banker and police boxes shaped like the TARDIS.
It's then on past The Tate Modern and Millennium Bridge with its chewing Gum artist and Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, Ending at Borough Market.
This walk through history along The River Thames is packed with information and fun.
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[@loyalsmith4096]

Thankyou,great to see you mate!👍☺👍.

[@tiadoran]

I had planned to visit London in the summer after watching your videos. Not sure if any international travel is going to happen by then but I'll keep supporting your Patreon because I still love watching your videos.

[@epicduck5177]

Really enjoyed that thanks joolz

[@catdogbirds7110]

Pubs closed? Alcohol inhibits your immune system anyway (Neutrophil white cells decreased)

[@dtvfan24]

love it and great retro style with film. stay safe and well. great to see you included the stall selling tea from my parents homeland of Sri Lanka. great tea. 24:35. nice end with that corona

[@SloofmanTV]

'the smiling faces of people looking at their phones and getting in the way' ha ha thanks for the new vid Joolz stay safe sir:)

[@siouxjames-love7162]

Sloofman Plays 😸👍🏻😆 my husband was *tickled pink* by that quote too 😸💛... it certainly gave him quite a chuckle! 😹😸💛

[@macnutz4206]

@@siouxjames-love7162 It touched my thorny heart, as well. ✔

[@raychambers3646]

All that history around ,and glued to there phones! Very sad.

[@constancemiller3753]

That film reel was Python-eske, cheers.

[@aethelberga]

You really nailed the whole Pathe beginning, there.

[@crazyfishmonster459]

It's fantastic! Kind of wish we still had reporting like that, has a certain infectious optimism about it.

[@user-tf8qx4us5b]

Old is Gold!!

[@josephhill2868]

@@crazyfishmonster459 Indeed now it is all PC lefty rubbish haha.

[@jimhutton4352]

Jules you are a legend for using your exercise time to entertain the nation. Thank you 😊 stay safe though won’t you

[@dknupp2]

Not just the nation. Cheers from Brazil!

[@SaraReneFelton]

And cheers from Taiwan!!

[@Rachel-rv8db]

Cheers from the US!

[@karenneubauer7864]

G'day from Australia!

[@jamescleary5198]

Cheers from Surrey

[@jackyglazebrook5707]

Joolzy I was feeling quite down... Then I looked on my tablet and there you were with one of your amusing, uplifting talks of London I feel much better after watching it. Time now for a cup of tea I think.. Keep up the good work Britain needs you....

[@ImranKhanCardiac]

Hang in there. This time will pass soon. Im happy you feel better now. (Thanks of course to Joolz :-) )

[@Pauldjreadman]

England is at war, here comes Joolz :)

[@dtvfan24]

here here, thanks for joolz i have seen places in london i would never have known when just travelling around the city with my earbuds in

[@chrisgillingham1830]

A thoroughly spiffing vlog...

[@angusmeads4785]

Jacky Glazebrook tnl

[@joeybrandybuck3781]

Never heard a better use of that Sherlock quote, stay strong Joolz & stay strong everyone! The east wind will past!

[@Joolzguides]

There's only one Basil Rathbone!

[@Mycroftsbrother]

@@Joolzguides So true!!!

[@catherinerobilliard7662]

I can't walk out but I feel like I've just had a diverting walk in the sunshine - thank you

[@johnorchin8567]

Hi Joolz, I loved the old newsreel style commentary. Well that was an interesting choice of drink to finish with!! Tally Ho Old Bean

[@B4umkuchen]

Oh ancient footage of the glorious times where you could walk up to strangers and talk to them without the constant fear of infecting them with a potential deadly disease. Most excellent, good Sir. Keep up your valuable and educational work.

[@garryarends6316]

You were featured on the Australian news doing a brief standup interview about the lockdown. Great to see you still out and about on your walks.

[@sarahwyatte9554]

Do you know where? Would have loved to see it.

[@Missmoo1994]

@@sarahwyatte9554 pretty such it was 9 news. Was so cool seeing him

[@avgj0378]

Finishing with a Corona instead of the pub, made my day! Cheers!

[@kathypeterson7967]

Well done. Never mind seeing the "vintage Joolz". Your homeless impersonation almost made me cry. This is one of your best videos.

[@debbiehenri345]

Goes to show that Conan Doyle was completely wrong, the homeless can't emulate Neville Saint Clair and make a living spouting poetry or literature at passers-by.

[@jimsmint]

"Woulda been interesting, HAD it been a Roman Bath" Such insubordination from the crew!!

[@onefive95]

Very interesting to document the empty streets of London. Your sense of humour is much appreciated as always.

[@dathang]

Well done, you! Even as a cobbled episode this was a cracking good one. Cheers and stay safe.

[@maryfroggatt4910]

Oh I do miss trips to London Town. Strange to see it empty of folk. Thank you for vid x

[@rose1971]

Sunday morning and it’s time for another exciting episode of Joolz Guides with our dashing and dapper host Joolzy. Yaaaay!!!!❤️

[@paulbrownett3673]

DAPPER ????? DAPPER ????? this idiot is playacting the Gentleman or Businessman and failing miserably - where are the collar and tie and possibly the Briefcase???.

[@joannephillips6781]

Thank you Joolz, I really enjoyed this video, no apologies needed, I think you did really well to get round everywhere under lockdown. Interesting and fun still under the circumstances!

[@lillimonfregola4340]

Cheers from Italy in lockdown. Love London!

[@Ilogunde]

My daughter and I used to spend a few days of our summer holidays in London since 2015. This year we wanted to bring my parents with us to show them the city. Booked the flight and hotel in January. Now it's unsure if we can come at all. Your video reminds how much I miss London... It does look strange without the people.

[@annother3350]

Don't give up hope yet. Hardly anybody's ill so they can't keep us in lock down forever

[@patrickdoyle680]

Go to Galway in Ireland much nicer city with much nicer people 👍

[@cottonwood992000]

Really liked this one...a big help during self isolation. Keep well, Joolz, and your mother too!

[@annother3350]

It's not self isolation if they're fining people...

[@sherrylkinzer5506]

Not exactly sure why, but I liked this video the best of all I've watched so far. Just great...thanks, Joolzy!

[@BarryFrancis]

Love your choice of beer at the end, very apt. Lol

[@Marie-or6hz]

I worry so much for the homeless, especially at this time. Thank you for taking us along. Be well kind sir.

[@Katietoo]

Thank you so much for another interesting and informative video. I was especially pleased to hear your commentary and watch the footage about Joseph Bazalgette as he is a distant ancestor of mine. When he died in 1891 he left around £16.5 million. None of this money, however, has trickled down to me! 😊

[@sirandrelefaedelinoge]

Hey, Joolz, I'm loving the General Melchett moustache, and the giant mutton chops... _BWAHHHHH!_ 🤗

[@jeanneamato8278]

Thank you so much. My heart is crying for London and the world. Stay safe.

[@ds1868]

No need to cry for London. It's endured far worse incidence in history than the current pandemic. The last wave of the Black Death in 1665 was far more deadly, then the City was virtually wiped out in the Great fire of 1666. Nearly one third of central London was destroyed during the German bombing 1940-44. The current pandemic wlll pass just like everything else. The City of London is nearly 2,000 years old and will always survive.

[@teacarradale]

A smile cures the wounding of a frown. Hope to see you again soon Joolz and thank you for so many smiles!

[@solasnahoiche]

“even big ben is wearing a mask” LOL

[@YesYesYoureRight]

No, it is Elizabeth Tower !

[@amulrajput9780]

I love u old lady istonur

[@Kazza_8240]

Nice shout out to Lucy Woresley, I watch everything she's on, she makes it so interesting and easy to follow 😁✌🏻

[@Ryan_tyx]

Thanks for showing around London, Julian! I missed the city so much. Been there for 3 times but discovered new experiences every time when I was there. Cant wait to revisit the city soon! God bless London!

[@danjohnson7199]

Joolz got a walk for exercise and we got another great video to take our minds off our problems, Thank you so much

[@vilstef6988]

Joolzy, thanks for the unending tour. I always love hearing your sister's songs on the films. Nice touch with a bottle of Corona at the end.

[@loupsyche]

Gene Miller thank you

[@vilstef6988]

@@loupsyche You're most welcome! Good music ups the ante in any film!

[@ImranKhanCardiac]

One thing is common among all of us here,,, We all Love London :-)

[@callumcowan7047]

+Imran Khan Not the majority of British people.

[@ToBeOrNotToBeThatIsTheQuestion]

@@callumcowan7047 I wonder why?

[@coops1964]

The centre of the virus in the U.K., not helped by the tube still running all the while.

[@melb5996]

Sorry mate but I couldn't get out quickly enough. I thought it was brilliant 50 years ago but thank god I live in the north. 😊

[@ToBeOrNotToBeThatIsTheQuestion]

@@melb5996 Why did you leave?

[@will2Collett]

Nice "stache"!!! Things are no better here in Cambridge - near Boston, Ma. The pubs are closed, but the supermarkets have limited shopping per store. Thanks for the nostalgic views of the JOOLZ GUIDES past videos. More to come, I pray. 👍🏻🙏🏻💓😊

[@wastelanddv8062]

As a WWII history buff that intro was quite possibly one of the best things I have ever seen. LMAO

[@disgruntledoflondon]

I grew up in London in the 80's and my Dad would take us kids on massive walks around different parts of London and tell us the local history. Now 30 odd years later the brilliant and entertaining Joolz is doing it. I love binge watching this channel as I no longer live in London but sometimes miss it like an old school sweetheart.

[@snizzpip]

On a trip to London 20 years ago, a tour guide on a bus told us that the sphinxes were taken away to be cleaned and were put back facing the wrong way when they put them back

[@arriesone1]

mr_Slugworth That’s interesting 🙂

[@parasinthephilippines]

Welcome back sir, I was eagerly awaiting your next upload but hadn't expected a Lock down special. very well done. I salute you.

[@mariemoss2475]

London has so many historical places, thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@DEVAEGIR]

Joolsie, oh Joolsie, well done, man! In the centre of this madness, a bit of good-humoured sanity... even in the emptiest London has been in a long time. Thank you!

[@trevorrandom]

Jolly good I needed a walk 😷

[@TheKrisg50]

Thank you, Joolz. You always bring a smile to my face. Especially in these crazy times. Be well everyone.

[@francinevanzanten8368]

It is really weird to see London this empty, it's surrealistic. This video will put a lot of smiles on people's faces with your uplifting talk. And the vintage Jules fits in perfectly.

[@SMC01ful]

"Even BB is wearing a mask." That was superb line mate, it really did have a nice vintage sound as well.

[@cenedra2143]

I miss my walks around London so thank you for this, I live about 15 miles out so can’t really say walking there is daily exercise 😂

[@sharjeelkhan7437]

Yaeee Joolzieee is here to give us a reason to smile. Joolzie u r a hero. 😍 and love the new beard.

[@joemackey1950]

"People staring at their phones and getting in the way". Hilarious! The end with your holding a particular beverage was great as well.

[@nofrackingzone2.057]

Joolz’s... and on this street the cry of “Bring out your dead” rang out.

[@CityWalks]

👍This is fantastic. One of the things we do when we first arrive to a big city is to take a guided walking tour. Love being able to do that while in lockdown. Thanks so much for the wonderful tour. - Henry

[@foreignparticle1320]

It's really nice to see what Central London looks like without all those humans and their assorted paraphernalia cluttering up the place.

[@robtaylor1064]

The chewing gum painter, only in London... love this! Great stuff, thank you. Newport Beach.

[@thesexynun1749]

England's architecture is just stunning! It saddens me not to see it bustling with people but in your video we can see so much more than if filled with citizens! I loved the camel benches too! Thank you for this!

[@AtheistOrphan]

TheSexy Nun - Do a google image search for the street I grew up in - ‘The Causeway, Horsham’. I think you’ll be impressed.

[@thesexynun1749]

@@AtheistOrphan thank you so must doing that now!

[@thesexynun1749]

@@AtheistOrphan its beautiful beautiful! Like something out of a movie. Thank you for telling me about this!

[@cannett8966]

My god I have been watching you forever! Remember all those old scenes. I think the video was just grand! Your friend Cee from the little haunted cottage in ireland💚💚💚🍀🍀🍀😷🎩

[@kaikai9542]

Thanks for bringing me a big smile after a long home quarantine. You make me miss London. 😄😄😄

[@lindajaneohlson8113]

I was in London in 2018 and didn't want to leave! Seeing it all empty like this makes me wish I could visit the city again with out all the people! Love it!

[@lorie1482]

Thé beggar bit was genius Joolzy. Love your vidéos mate. 👍😷

[@jordsimmons9490]

These are keeping me sane in this day and age

[@moretoknowshow1887]

Jules, needed this london adventure, thank you good sir!!

[@jonathandrawsstuff500]

Hey Joolz! Thanks for keeping these tours going through uncertain times. It’s a little ray of sunshine, and reminds us of our wonderful London holiday we had just before all of this madness started. Keep it up! Cheers!

[@gazzertrn]

great vids cheers me up any way . keep em coming , difficult times when we need cheering up .

[@zanyzoo6767]

thanks you for this Joolz. Excellent and interesting as per usual.

[@cbarnett2112]

Love the vid! Thanks, Jules! So glad you’re getting out to do vids considering. Cheeky to drink a Corona at the end. Ha!

[@Citylivingguide]

Cleopatra’s Needle, the ornately carved park benches nearby - so much that I learned about old London in this video and will venture to see on my next visit. Thanks again Julian!

[@leedavies3629]

Nice one dude you cheer me right up 🇬🇧✌️

[@amandabell8827]

Just realised what you were drinking at the end 🤣

[@gilliannattress3096]

I do love your videos so entertaining yet educational with lots of humor , Take care keep safe Joolz .

[@melb5996]

Most people don't realise that when you are so full of knowledge you enjoy and appreciate your surroundings much more. Brilliant.

[@andyskelton7223]

You’ve lifted my spirits once again 👌

[@ChefTips]

Well done, as always! Cheers! Veronica and Jason

[@dillonmehmzz527]

Yesss i love the videos man keep up the great work Joolz 😁😁😁✌✌❤

[@bdougtxn1]

Hey Joolz!! Love the "Carona' at the end!!! You're hilarious!! Keep your videos coming!!

[@juneprince-iles8390]

Cleopatra's Needle....when I was 16 I had my photo taken there sitting between the paws. 30 years later I phographed my 10 year old daughter sitting between same paws... DEJA VU.....Thanks for the memory Joolz

[@SerendipityTravels]

I really enjoyed this video Joolz! Cant wait to revisit your beautiful London again and I hope to bump into you :)

[@tiggiegillespie4356]

Another great video Joolz, love the quirky ending with a Corona beer lol. :D

[@CherryBerry48]

aww joolz i am so glad to see a video from you, i worried myself sick about you, i prayed for your health and welfare every night for you to make a video, you are a true blessing!!

[@MugenGlider82]

Loving your stately chops Joolzie

[@Noisette1011]

Really good episode Joolz - Creatively made! Hope you're well mate

[@biggobmalc8118]

What a Brilliant Video, as usual but in these strange and challenging times even better, Well done Joolz’s… 1st class, Top Man…

[@cdamiano100]

Love it!!! Thank you for sharing another wonderful adventure around London. Stay safe .

[@colin.d]

Well done! - perfect under the circumstances.

[@ACANTHASTER7]

jooooolz!!!!! I miss bumping into you aroung covent garden!!!!!!!!! we'll meet again!!

[@rondobson9774]

Jools a lovely look around London on lockdown keep up the good work I like the videos as I am an ex Londoner

[@robbey300]

Great presentation again loaded with Joolz’s ubiquitous superlatives! I’ve walked past those historical treasures dozens of times....next time I will stop! Keep them coming!

[@robspunk]

Awesome, another great job Jules! Hope you a fairing well through this reckless spring.

[@teenherofilms]

When I lived in London I walked everywhere. And I do mean everywhere. Yes it has changed. I am so sick of hearing about Covid-19. That´s all anyone talks about. Frankly I´m fed up with it. I love London and I miss it.

[@tuuurtles]

thank you for the wholesome video walk =)

[@sadnessinside123]

Brilliant. Absolutely enjoyed this video. Your channel is one my top list. Thank you for continuing the content through these times.

[@robynlovescorgis]

Marvelous touch with your bev at the end 😉 Glad to see you’re still filming.

[@mattclark7634]

I use to very much enjoy a walk along the river on a Sunday morning in the summer, use to enjoy the peace, Would love to have a walk about now how quite it be, just shame i live an hour away

[@P1X1E56]

Loved the video, made me sad to think I can’t just hop on the train and visit. However, I bought two CDs from Terry St Clair having heard him on your videos and I love the music.

[@thomasmcdonnell7914]

Great video buddy, another charming & insightful stroll around London.

[@mancroft]

Nice to see you, Joolz. Hope you are keeping well. Always look forward to your vids.

[@thehootsforce4201]

On the subject of kids getting kidnapped in London, one of my relations from the 1800s was pinched off the streets of London and used as a chimney sweep.

[@Joolzguides]

Crikey. Not so safe after all

[@judithbateson6353]

I believe Dr Barnado used to pinch children from the streets and sell them.

[@FishingtonBurpPuzzle]

@SigmaTauri2 Did they stuff the kids in a knapp bag? Or did they nab the kids? It is interesting to speculate on origin of the word.

[@gbrown355]

The ... ahem....'Kite Seller' looks well dodgy... : ))

[@meljeffery6140]

Oh thank the Goddess you are still around. Please keep cobbling. These videos are so full of interesting tidbits. Truly loved and appreciated.

[@mamamagpie]

Joolzy.. your whiskers are fabulous and really suits you, sir! Thank you for all your awesomeness ♥️

[@dougzirkle5951]

Thanks for the ‘cobbling’. Always look forward to another. What, no mask or gloves? Thanks, Julian!

[@dancingwithmyhands4419]

Love visiting my favorite town in the world 🌍 while my me and my family practice self isolation in Alabama USA . According to a DNA 🧬 Kit I’m 65% British and 35% Scandinavian ...and my husband is French (guess opposites do attract;)...but says he would be happy to live anywhere that has some real history!...So we hope to retire in the UK🇬🇧 And use your guidance to help us narrow down where we should buy!! Is there really a 50% “DEATH TAX” for us to leave property we purchase to our children? We were supposed to come to UK/Europe for Christmas...🎄....but our travel plans are on hold because of covid19 .... Thanks again for all your wonderful tours!! And we hope to book a private tour or several the very first time we are able to come back!!!!🇬🇧x

[@farshadghafourpour4796]

Love your video as always. Please keep them coming and love the Corona beer at the end, very cheeky 🤣🤣