Marylebone Walking Tour - London History

One of my favourite walks in London is through Marylebone High Street. Join me for this lovely walking tour full of London History and story-telling.
Marylebone used to be called the Manor of Tyburn, after the Tyburn river which flowed nearby.
Henry Viii had bought this whole manor of Tyburn and fenced off Regents Park as a deer Park.
King James I then sold off the southern part which ended up in the hands of the Cavendish family who married into the Earl of Oxford’s family.
Marylebone Road was then developed in 1756 to take pressure off Oxford street.
Because of the connotations of Tyburn tree where they used to hang people, they built a new church dedicated to St Mary.
St Mary Burne meant St Mary's church by the "burne" or "river.
The new St Mary Church was built in 1810 and based on The Pantheon
Elizabeth Barret, the poet met Robert Browning a famous writer and fell in love and were married in secret in that church because her dad disapproved and disinherited her.
Nelson worshipped here and also Lord Byron was baptised here
Henry Higgins and Paul McCartney both lived in Wimpole Street.
Manchester Square is home to EMI House where the Please Please Me photo was taken and also the Wallace Collection which used to be Hertford House.
Then walk up Marylebone Lane, which was one of the original streets which was a country lane following the river Tyburn alongside.
It now runs underground.
In Wigmore Street is Debenham and Freebody which was a drapers in 18th century but couldn’t compete with Oxford Street.
Wigmore Hall originally had a Bechstein shop next-door and this was the Bechstein hall with best acoustics in London.
Beckstein had to leave because of the Trading with the Enemy act so it became Wigmore Hall where you can see concerts.
The Langham Hotel was built in the mid 19th century and had the first hydraulic life in the world.
*In 1889 the publisher Stoddart was looking for literary talent and came to London and invited Wilde and Doyle for dinner. It led to the writing of Dorian Grey and Sign of Four.
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[@Joolzguides]

Did anyone notice the deliberate error in this video? Paul McCartney lived at 57 Wimpole Street no number 66 like I state here. Doh!!

[@kickbiker7920]

McCartney is where he 'dreamt' the idea of Yesterday. (57)

[@barnsimon]

He dies at 66

[@CaughtInTheRapture25]

Nice video mate! Well done.

[@crustykells27]

Is there a tour of the underground. Tunnels sewage etc.

[@zodrob7]

@@crustykells27 No, it's just about Maryleborne.

[@flossygallaway6565]

Has anyone one else bumped into this channel by accident then Found themselves binge watching till the very last ?

[@RatAndRaven]

That's how I found it, yeah. This is a particularly good video though as I used to live in Marylebone and I absolutely loved it there

[@michaelfrost2728]

I definitely did that

[@michaelmonn9308]

Yes, that is in fact a flying buttress. Great walking tour. I love to walk around London and your videos are great inspiration to tour areas that I hadn't considered.

[@rcw3009]

As if by magic

[@Joolzguides]

Thanks, that's teh effect I'm aiming for.

[@erussell742]

Joolz is unusually charming and entertaining. Glad to find this channel! Cheers!

[@Joolzguides]

Thank you Erica.. So are you.

[@damascus6478]

The Wallace is an incredible museum. Paintings, sculpture, armour, porcelain, furniture, you name, it's there. A must-see while in London. Thanks for pointing it out.

[@paullewis2413]

One of London`s best kept secrets, hope it stays that way - lol

[@siramea]

and also free wi-fi and decent toilets.

[@mscott3918]

Paul Lewis Amen to that. It was always a favourite of mine when I lived in London. Never crowded and always something beautiful and interesting to see. Good cafe and shop as well, and the staff always helpful and friendly. My favourite museum.

[@MrRoberttheprune]

So many Paintings. My favourite is a small picture of people dancing in a tavern to a lad with a violin. It is like time travelling back to old Holland.

[@stephenquina7555]

Yes that's a flying buttress. Flying buttresses were a huge step forward in the development of Gothic architecture. The buttress allowed the weight of the vault to be transferred from the walls to the buttress. That allowed for the development of stained glass since the massive stone walls were no longer needed. Really enjoy your videos!!

[@mervynhardy6161]

My understanding is that the flying buttress was invented in the building of magnificent Durham Cathedral.😊

[@kevinc179]

Glad you've finally done a Mar-le-bone vid Joolz really enjoy it brought back many memories. I grew up at 20 Wimpole St from about 1963 to 1984, Paul Macca lived at No.57 not No.66 and the house you show on the video as No.66 is No.27. No.66 was opposite use and the Queen Mum use to visit the dentist at No.67! My mum was manageress of the Wimpey (now Pret) in the late 1950's & once sent Sir Cliff Richard packing when he asked for credit ! If you do another one I'd happily come along to point out probably useless but entertaining stuff.

[@LiDiMjsPyt]

Very interesting. I enjoyed reading your comment

[@Scottinuk]

Great stories. Enjoyed reading.

[@prepperjonpnw6482]

I thought he said not to pronounce it that way lol. Now I’m confused lol

[@youanchor]

Great comment Kevin. We were almost neighbours for a few years, as I grew up in Westmoreland St from about 1957-1970... the New Cav St end. What a fantastic video.

[@kevinc179]

@@youanchor Did you go to St Vincents School ? I was there about 1965-1973

[@kimp145]

I worked in this area for 3 and a half years (can actually see the company sign in one shot) so I got irrationally excited about this video. Also, as a descendant of the Browning family I had no idea that was the church he got married in. Thanks for showing me a tiny bit of my family history in this video 💜

[@k9nick]

I was born in London. Lived in new Zealand over thirties now. I know so much about London. I've forgotten a lot too. At the same time reminded of the life I knew, I miss the old pubs. I miss London.

[@scottclarke9160]

This is now my favourite channel on KZbin, bloody brilliant!

[@p51nion]

First class entertainment Joolz. Rare these days & badly needed. Thank you. Just stepped over and proudly joined the ranks of your patrons.

[@mandyaromas476]

Julian you’ve outdone yourself this time, absolutely MAGNIFICENT. Bonus The Beatles history, Kinks sing along this vid is outstanding.

[@Joolzguides]

Thanks. all in a day's work for Joolz Guides!

[@pagla0306]

Yet another gem of a video about London. Your insider knowledge of these areas of London has a lot of pulling factor for me. I watch them multiple times to absorb the secrets of our capital city. Many thanks.

[@Joolzguides]

Thanks. 🙂

[@giantrotatingcarrot]

Should I ever find myself back in Old London Town it would be a pleasure to employ Joolz for a bit of a walk.

[@Joolzguides]

Just drop me a line on my website!

[@malcolmlyndsell5009]

We owe you a vote of thanks, you have reminded us about some very interesting facts about our London . We seem to have forgotten it's amazing history. My grandad was a Tailor to the aristocratic families in the Victorian age . He lived in Chelsea We left london for the south coast during the war , Thank you Joolz

[@lindawitherspoon446]

I’m really enjoying your videos. Interesting and entertaining. Love seeing London. Thanks. Yes that is a flying buttress. Hahahahaha. I’m from Texas and I’m telling you about buttresses. I watch so many British docs, that I learned it in one of them. My ancestors come from England, so I am very interested.

[@johnjohn6486]

London has so many beautiful streets and buildings, both old and new,it all looks great..

[@lindanorris3226]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING US 💙💫🌎

[@giovanni5063]

I found that my Great Grandmother lived here in 1916 when she was informed that her son was an injured POW of the Germans and had been treated in German medical facilities in occupied Belgium and had been transferred to a POW camp in far Eastern Prussia to reside there until repatriation in early 1919. The family never spoke a word of this.

[@joansmith3296]

Wonderful video Joolz. You're right Marylebone IS one of the prettiest streets you've shown us. could you go back at Christmas time and show us the decorations? These pub singalongs look like so much fun! Don't ever stop having fun Joolz!

[@Joolzguides]

It's nice in that pub .A different vibe but great all the same.

[@stephenconlon653]

The only road where buses are banned

[@youanchor]

@@stephenconlon653 not sure about it being the only one Stephen. You'd be lucky to see any buses in any street from Marylebone Rd to Wigmore St, or Portland Place to Baker St.

[@stevebonds4698]

God that Paul Rothe & Sons Deli looks FANTASTIC. I wish it was over here in Bay City Michingan USA. I would be there every day. I love stuff like that. As always Joolz another great video. Thanks for the history lesson and now you made me hungry LOL.

[@Joolzguides]

Yes, i just like the look of it really. never eaten there!

[@sav7568]

What on earth is a coronation chicken . . . . . as distinct from your common old barnyard variety chicken ?

[@fireyflower6643]

@@sav7568 its a mild curry and slightly sweet due to the raisons, chicken

[@VictoriaPichel]

Oh this walk brought so much memories! I went to Marylebone but couldn't stay much. Walked down Marylebone High Street, went to Daunt Books and other shops there... It was getting late for me to visit Sherlock Holmes Museum before it closed so I left, regreatingly because the admission fee to the museum was rather expensive so I didn't take the tour inside. And it was already dark (although it was only 5 o'clock or so). Next time I'll go and stay longer, visit these other spots you showed here, especially that deli shop to buy more of those little Wilkinson & sons jam jars! I bought a couple in a Cafe in Holborn... Great video, Jools.

[@EliteXtasy]

Don't regret not going to the Sherlock Holmes Museum. The author's daughter disapproved of it. I can't support such a place that doesn't pay homage to the creator during its inception.

[@Joolzguides]

I don't think I've ever been in! I mean, what could they have? The shop is quite nice but that's free. They have a recreated Holmes study in the Sherlock Holmes pub upstairs near Trafalgar Square...it's not amazing but it's free!

[@VictoriaPichel]

@@Joolzguides That's why I regret so much leaving Marylebone High St... why was I interested in visiting the museum in the first place?? I'm not a Conan Doyle fan. Must've been the hype around the Sherlock series... the shop I did visit and took pics. Wasn't that life changing haha. But that's what happens in a first trip to a place you've always wanted to go. You cram so much in without actually knowing the city... anyway. I'll plan better for my next trip!! I'll even hire you for a walk!

[@bragaphotography8624]

I have visited London already. I spent 30 days there. And seeing your videos I can´t wait to go back. I am brazilian and I love british accent and everything else. Your videos are very exciting and make me dream of going back as soon as possible.

[@Joolzguides]

Muito obrigado!🙂

[@paullewis2413]

You can spent 30 years in London and still find something amazing which you haven`t seen before. Hope you are able to return one day. Bem Vindo!

[@garymarshall8228]

Yes, the architectural element you mentioned is a "flying buttress" which supports the walls of the nave of a church. Delightful tour.

[@kiztorres3218]

Ooh, the Wallace Collection! A lovely little museum to take a brake whilst running your errands.

[@mscott3918]

Perfect place to go window shopping.

[@lovelyskull3483]

Love this video, Thank You.

[@adriankiefir6756]

Well done Jools....excellent as usual. And yes...they are flying buttresses. :)

[@18BossMr]

I studied abroad in 2019 at University of Westminster Marylebone and this is the bst video I have seen if the area. Angel in the Fields was my pub!

[@stfitness]

Brilliant Joolz. Thank you.

[@matteo.milizia]

Excellent video, Joolz! Thank you!

[@NailaRose]

I love Marylebone

[@renee176]

That sing-along Pub looks like a lot of fun to be in the midst of!

[@marshhen]

Fantastic video. Such a great tour, I would have missed these places next visit had I not seen this.

[@kavinkelly6540]

Absolutely love these videos!

[@buzzukfiftythree]

Great video as always Joolz. For me this video is particularly fascinating as my Great-great grandparents, William Clark and Elizabeth Saunders were married in 1853 at St Mary's Marylebone. I am currently the custodian of a three-handled tankard presented to William in 1883 when he retired as Police Sergeant from the Hertfordshire Constabulary. Sadly he drowned in the Grand Union Canal, Rickmansworth in 1891, 4 years after Elizabeth's death. Did he jump, fall in or was he pushed? No witnesses so we'll never know.

[@Joolzguides]

Amazing. Sounds like he died the same way as my great gandfather who fell into the Irrawaddy river drunk!

[@zaramariadixon39]

This is really cool! Can't get enough of these videos loving them!

[@388Caroline]

You're Brilliant, Joolz! I want to visit London so badly now!

[@brianmorgan5739]

My Grandmother used to reside at #23 Baker Street in the district prior to her migration to Canada in 1916 due to the Zeppelin Blitz on London. #23 Baker Street, NW1.

[@user-jl7ym4en5b]

You are just wonderful. THANK YOU

[@michaelbenenson]

Again a gain from stepping along with your learned tour. Thank you, J.

[@TvTriangel]

I'd highly recommend the book 'London Under' by Peter Ackroyd ! The bit about the road following the old river reminded me of a chapter in the book. Loved hearing about My Fair Lady as I know every scene of it by heart 😍 Sidenote: as a German I have to admit I love Stollen at Christmas 😂 So many things I liked in this video, probably one of my favourite of yours.

[@Joolzguides]

Stollen is the best!

[@edepillim]

Not affiliated but l can vouch that Lidls stollen is great and very good value. Have stocked up for Christmas.

[@vmbrister3278]

Thanks for Another, Wonderful video, Joolzie... Cheers!

[@lutherbuckhurst3887]

Fantastic. I loved the pub singalong

[@AvaT42]

Another Jewel of a video from Joolz!!😀

[@jeanettemac6214]

Steve Harley Street lol. Love your style. Thanks for showing us round one of the nicest London villages.x.

[@goldringsify]

Love your videos; watching them in preparation for my first ever trip to London🤗

[@WarinPartita6]

Loverly​ video.​ Thanks.

[@marthas8108]

LOVE the Wallace Collection -- thanks for the memory!

[@elizabethclarke4219]

Thank you so much for this video. Your enthusiasm, information and humour for this area of London have encouraged me to explore around here. I’m looking forward to seeing all your other videos.

[@carolstephens8387]

Your channel was invaluable when i recently spent a few days in London with my sister, who hasnt been for 40 years, she thought i was really clever but the credit is all yours . Keep up the good work.

[@IceDaemon]

The city is full of awesome places it seems.

[@MsrAlaindeFerrier]

Marylebone, the best bit of London in my book. Excellent vlog thank you

[@MarcusLeepapi]

Thank you for your walks...Every time I come there I love walking in the city with coworkers on layover..

[@johnorchin8567]

I'm so glad I discovered your videos, they really are the best videos on London I have watched.

[@cbarnett2112]

Excellent Vid, Joolz! Lot's of fun! I'll be coming to the ole smoke soon. Love London. We'll try to look you up for a tour and a pint!

[@davidbass2633]

Great thanks!

[@ProducerCliff]

I've Just discovered young Mr Joolz and his excellent videos! It's a breath of fresh air on KZbin. I worked with BBC in London but I haven't actually resided in England for maybe 25-30 years so these tours are quite nostalgic for me. Thank you Joolz. I lived briefly in Hampstead and lived with a girlfriend in Castellain Mansions in Maida Vale. Many happy nights spent at the Roundhouse too!

[@TheWonderingEnglishman]

Once again another great video Joolz

[@davidsisson1488]

Greetings Joolz, I live across the pond but my son moved to Marylebone 5 years ago, I really enjoyed your vlog it brought back memories of visiting him, thanks.

[@Joolzguides]

Great! You're welcome

[@deco2gogo]

I'm from the US, but I lived in London when I was 14, and I was lucky enough to attend the lovely St. Marylebone School. I think I still have my uniform somewhere. Thanks for showing us around such a great part of London!

[@andrinikusumawardhani972]

Nice video. Bravo. Unique way to show the streets of London. Never seen before . Very interesting. Thank you also for the story telling included.

[@eloisebrynlee]

I really enjoyed this - thank you.

[@LondoncallingDiane]

Thank you for the endless fun facts and highly entertaining tour - literary + The Beatle history all in one area! I cannot wait to visit. I am inspired.

[@willmatthews1502]

What a jolly chap! Excellent tour :))))

[@JonnyBGood12]

Your knowledge Sir, knows no bounds...thank you 👍👍👍

[@Joolzguides]

It goes in one ear and out the other!

[@adriankiefir6756]

Excellent as always.

[@kristablanco8077]

Really enjoy your videos, but this was extra special. To see and hear your singing. Great fun.

[@photosmithy]

Lived in the halls of residence on marylebone rd and then around this area back in 1990, loved it.

[@libbycampion6795]

WOW - love your videos. Just arrived in London on my own to live and I think I will be watching your videos for inspiration and knowledge. Hope to meet you some time. Many thanks for your generosity and sharing your talent.

[@lucadelmare5542]

another amazing walk... so nice !

[@teemo8870]

Caldesi restaurant menu looks good! Thank you for mentioning it in your video 🍝

[@whitenause2631]

You are Top Draw mate..Please keep em Coming..X

[@tommylucy4738]

Keep em coming Joolz !! Quality son 👍

[@Joolzguides]

Cheers Tommy

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

Magnificent video. The greatest city in the world. I am so excited to be able to watch your films, worthy tributes to the city I love above all others.

[@gregcoulter4890]

Great video Joolz!

[@josephvalentine4855]

I Grew up in that area Thank you so much for going round and showing it all again what a blessing it was to grow up there happy memories Thanksxx

[@pulltheotherone5035]

This was a super walk through Marylebone and very interesting commentary....thanks ....your videos are shielding me for a short time from the unnerving chaos in which we now find ourselves!

[@CK-tz8ek]

I'm glad I found this video. This is my old neighborhood when I went to Uni in London in the early 90's. I wish I never left. Thanks for the tour, most has changed but I still love the area. If only I could afford to live there now. I can't even rent a desk drawer there. I can't wait to see your other tours. Even after living in London for 3 years I still didn't see everything. I hope someday to return. Until then I have your videos. Thank you.

[@sebastianconrad6142]

Excellent - thank you. I’ve subscribed!!

[@markbletsoe]

Love your channel! Your knowledge and accent are great. You make me smile...

[@RodM.Peters]

Blimey, that was fantastic! Taking a note not to miss next time in London. I've become an addict to this channel.

[@richardh3547]

Very much enjoyed this informative and fun video. I left London 30 years ago and now live in Cyprus. A walk down memory lane. Thanks a million!

[@gavineades5088]

You’re a legend Joolz I love your work i wish i had seen your guides when i lived in the UK for a year.All the best from Gavin from Australia 🍻

[@daviddaywalker3844]

Joolz love the videos. A real breath of fresh air .....

[@kiztorres3218]

Great walk! I'm glad you mentioned the Wallace collection. It's a little known gem. It's great to take a little breather from your shopping in hectic Oxford Street... And perhaps a lunchtime concert in Wigmore Hall or a cocktail a short walk away in Golden Square... I love your videos. I was a Londoner for 25years. I find myself now on the other side of the world, and having travelled around the world, there is nothing comparable to London life. I can't wait to get back home. Thank you for keeping alive such wonderful memories.

[@louisea.sanfacon4323]

OMG another amazing wonderful lovely video! 💖💖💖💖 I want to move to London NOW and spend my Sunday morning walking with Joolz 😉

[@Joolzguides]

Thanks. I'm glad the films are doing their job!

[@davidregan8152]

Brilliant Joolzey

[@PindarMOD]

Really enjoying this channel. I've always had a fascination with London.

[@trish6150]

Loved the walk. I knew of Marylebone after visiting the Wallace Collection in 2017, in May 2019 I went back to the Wallace Collection to see the Manolo Blanhik exhibt, but instead of just heading back to the tube, I just wandered and was enchanted for over 2 hours going up and down the streets marvelling at the beautiful architecture. Was wonderful to see it through your eyes. Will definitely be on my list when next I come back to London. Now to check out your other videos - glad I discovered you.

[@djmotise]

London is one my favorite places in the world. And I've been to many. I hope to visit Marylebone on my next trip to London. In January. Cheers from NY!

[@manitoumtl45]

Interesting, visiting London for the 4th time . I appreciate your videos I will include the walking around marylebone. Cheers from Cancun Mexico

[@arriesone1]

Whenever I can Joolz I love to explore London and many yrs ago I spent a day covering the exact same route you did in this vid. Brought back happy memories. (I didn’t spot the torch snuffers though!) I devour all stuff about London and just like you try to imagine the fields and rivers that once were. Hideous buildings everywhere now, so sad, though we can still find many little pockets of the old London of past times, let’s hope and pray they are listed and untouchable.

[@EliteXtasy]

14:17 - That building is beautiful. I should look up more often.

[@Joolzguides]

It's definitely important to look upwards in London!

[@paulmcdonough1093]

Fantastic I went the mayflower pub on your recommendation in London

[@stevewarner3194]

Joolz. I only discovered your youtube channel 2 days ago. I love it!! I was born in Clapham and have been expat for 45 years. You have really made me feel homesick and very proud of dear old blighty. Cheers

[@PeterShieldsukcatstripey]

Love My Fair Lady. Thanks for inviting us to the Sing a long.

[@Drew_Eden]

Another great video, I've never really been up that way, I normally avoid Oxford Street, too busy. I'll have a look next time I'm down :)

[@Quarton]

I'm so glad I happened upon this walking tour you give us! I'll definitely be watching more. Thanks for the entertainment, history, etc. This has been a welcome break from the rest of the pack. I love history, and the architecture of London is fantastic! (Much better than the "modern" cubed buildings, which I despise! Well, great to have had this walk & talk - I've learned quite a lot! Thank you!

[@Joolzguides]

Cheers Roger. Yes, I have a lot of films on here to pick through!

[@shafur3]

The chops look great 🤩

[@abc2662]

Excellent!