Rather Superb St. John's Wood - Serene London Walking Tour

In this rather superb London walking tour Joolz visits St John's Wood, a most serene and well-to-do neighbourhood in north London.
If you are attending the American School in London this is the area you will be frequenting!
Familiar to Beatles fans because of the Abbey Road Studios and famous zebra crossing. We also visit Lords cricket ground, Paul McCartney's house and many other interesting historical places.
See Boy George's first house, learn why it is called St John's Wood, and find out all about Joanna Southcott, one of the women of the apocalypse!
As usual there's the usual banter and humour mixed with interactions with the public....and Bananaman!
With music from Dave Chandler's quintet.
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[@Slots-Room]

oh my hood love st john wood

[@begbieyabass]

Re church at St John's wood, is the Church of the Poisoned Mind. Not a lotta people known that.

[@lizaluk]

His pronunciations is healthy to be reached and bought for the English learners undoubtedly.

[@4NK8A]

I'm from Tooting and now live in New Zealand.... What would I do without the wonderfull Joolz guides. Thank you Sir.. Had some knives sent over from Blenheim forge just after your video. Cheers Geezer

[@just_another32]

do you do tours with people? would love to join!

[@suzyhazelwood9942]

My grandmother was a lollipop lady on the Abbey Road zebra crossing just a few years before The Beatles made it famous. She had told me for years about her job as a lollipop lady in the 60's next to a recording studio in London and daily seeing many famous singers of that time on their way in to record albums. It wasn't until the early 90s when she was retelling the story I realised she was talking about Abbey Road crossing. And yes, she confirmed it was indeed Abbey Road crossing she worked on. She literally had no idea how famous the crossing had become and knew nothing about it featuring on the front cover of The Beatles album. I only wish I had a photo of her standing on that crossing, but sadly I don't. It's always worth listening carefully when grandparents tell you about the things they did before you were born!😂

[@john1703]

Crossing is the operative word, not jay-walking, or obstructing the road.

[@creepypastagoblin1950]

Can't believe we didn't get a Danger Mouse reference when discussing the Penfold Postboxes.

[@AtheistOrphan]

Crikey DM!

[@markmower1746]

Because British cartoons are stupid. America is where it's at! 🇺🇸

[@stevencharter1803]

Yes 1st thing I thought of, must of been named after him surely!

[@guymorris6596]

Danger Mouse ?

[@AtheistOrphan]

@@guymorris6596 - ‘He’s amazing! Wherever there is danger he’ll be there.’ (Google is your friend by the way).

[@tombowers3681]

it's always a wonderful day when a new Joolz guide walking tour drops. Thank you this was really splendid.

[@jeffreyrwilliams9345]

He's a Master!! Pip Pip Tallyho!

[@memyself7413]

"Joolz Guides" is, without a doubt, the very best video to watch on KZbin. His nonchalant delivery is absolutely brilliant and it makes viewing a complete pleasure. "Thank you, Joolz and Simon."

[@Joolzguides]

Thanks!

[@davidgray3321]

I agree.

[@ericsander]

I especially enjoy the bit where I'm having a beer with Julian and Simon. Thanks for sharing a table with me!

[@AB-kx4nc]

Are you banana man

[@georgecarnac3538]

Yay, a new Joolz Guide - I've watched all the rest of them at least two or three times already so it's great to have another (the Christmas song I've watched at least 20 times!) - Joolz and Simon are a hilarious double act, and Joolz could easily have a career singing as well - anyway, just spent 10 minutes trying to work out how to spell "mackerel" without the letter "a" - until I realised that "station" is not included in this game

[@jameshollyoak8230]

Another brilliant guide, love the taxi driver : could listen to him all day long; he needs to write a book

[@GaryBook]

You always do such a smashing job. There is a wonderful fello from Los Angeles who also does an informative walking tours of that city, but of course, nothing can compare to London. I wholeheartedly agree with Samuel Johnson who said “when a man is tired of London he is tired of life.”

[@tomtucjr]

Who’s the LA guy? I think I’d be interested in that!

[@samiam619]

I lived in LA from ‘57 until 2000. I remember “Ralph Story’s Los Angeles”. But that was way back when and not anything current. If interested, there are a few videos here on YT by Ralph Story. Gary, I too am interested to know of the “wonderful fellow”.

[@paulmcdonough1093]

i am from Liverpool england its better than london even though i like london so much

[@GaryBook]

@@paulmcdonough1093 I would rather live in London than Liverpool, but I am from New York which makes it difficult to live anywhere else. It is one of the greatest cities in the world. Not the easiest place to live, but everything is here. Expensive.

[@EricaNernie]

Merv Hughes, our Lord and Saviour! In the freezing rain with budgie smugglers. You made my day.

[@biddylisduff]

Did some gardening /tree surgery for a lovely chap in St. John's Wood. He offered me a drink almost immediately, but I said I'd wait till afterwards! Had a wonderful home with tasteful decor and works of Art, but invited me in with my combats and boots! I did take my boots off first! Could have chatted for hours, such an interesting man.. Lovely part of London. Thanks Joolz!

[@pearlhartney9]

Always glad to see a Joolz Guides. Mention of Banana man and super ted but no mention of Danger Mouse even though you talked about Penfold twice!

[@Joolzguides]

That's a good point!! He will have to wait until Bake Street!!

[@pearlhartney9]

@@Joolzguides Thanks for the reply! And just realised their headquarters was a postbox!

[@sarahburton3110]

I lived in Scott Ellis Gardens in the 90s ! Opposite lords just down the road from Abbey Rd Zebra !!! Happy times. I lived their during Princess Diana’s passing and I remember the road outside being decorated with Purple ribbons during her funeral procession. Rip Diana

[@billgriffiths1685]

It's always a good day when there's a Joolz Guides video in it.

[@janeorson5452]

I've been hoping for another video, as I got back from London yesterday! You would have been proud of me, I walked around showing my husband all the postboxes, cabman's shelters etc. I couldn't remember the stuff about Dick Whittington though, so we'll have to go again! We did go to the Bank of England though, and then to the Sir John Soane museum and generally had a great time. Keep up the good work, I look forward to the next one!

[@Chris-ot9jf]

Always fantastic to watch. Simon does a great job with the camera!

[@ffrancrogowski2192]

An abundance of interest in this St.John's Wood film, Joolz. So much associated with the British music industry makes it a very desired area indeed. Most of the buildings are of exceedingly grand architecture. Many thanks indeed for this very well documented presentation.

[@elmolewis9123]

It's always the start of a good day when another Joolz Guides pops up.

[@simonsackett]

An excellent end to a Sunday! Thanks Jules, for the tour around this part of my beloved London!

[@joezephyr]

In Australia, all post boxes are red and have "Australia Post" on the side. My first overseas trips were to Papua new Guinea and Canada. All post boxes are fred. Some time later I went to France and all post boxes are blue.

[@davidgray3321]

The French do get confused.

[@eshaibraheem4218]

Haven't seen you for ages, so it's lovely to see this. Thank you.

[@Joolzguides]

Maybe you need to hit the bell. Apparently KZbin doesn't notify subscribers that I have a new video unless you hit the bell notification

[@bobcosmic]

Joolz, pleasure to see your broadcast on this Sunday morning I guess I can call today’s broadcast a shower of blessing !

[@jfilm7466]

I miss the Harvest Festival and Country Dancing at Primary School.

[@Joolzguides]

First couple separate, go up and round the ring...tra la la la

[@jfilm7466]

@@Joolzguides 😃

[@markwoodley712]

A right musical video today! Absolutely thrilling to see, Joolz. I've never made it to Abbey Road or explored St John's Wood, I'll have to visit on my next visit to London.

[@RobbofromCronulla]

A most splendid stroll indeed.

[@SirWhig-esq.]

Pip-pip tally ho😊❤ [joolz’ jollity is just too infectious] + [Joolz & Simon thank you so much]

[@djollyrodjeur]

Hey Jools Amazing to see you mentioning The Star!!! I used to work there in 94-95. Hard work but amazing people coming in there. And the landlady at the time was a stunner! We even had The Pogues coming in every day for a month as they were recording in a studio nearby. And I was awaken every morning by the horses from Ordnance Hill doing their morning constitutional... Good times!

[@joelstein4657]

I always stand in awe of Joolz's minute knowledge of everything in London. Absolutely amazing.

[@alanchriston6806]

Jolly jibes with Jules, Excellent start to a Sunday 😊🏴‍☠️

[@EdmundAcuto]

It was only yesterday when I thought that it was about time that Hooks posted one of his excellent Guides.. Keep up the great work you're much appreciated by many.

[@keithgodfrey3428]

This edition is really outstanding. As one whose place of birth was, according to my passport, the City of London, I learn so much about London from Joolz. Many years ago, I was intrigued by Joanna Southcott's Box of Sealed Writings. I learnt that The Panacea Society had placed a large advertisement in Piccadilly Circus in 1932 which proclaimed that "Crime and Banditry, Distress and Perplexity will increase in England until the Bishops open Joanna Southcott's Box"'. It required 24 Bishops to do so. It often had smaller advertisements with similar wording in newspapers in later years, which is where I became aware of it. The Panacea Society is now the Panacea Charitable Trust; it is located in Bedford and as far as I am aware, 24 Bishops have not as yet descended on that fine town. The Trust contributes to a number of social-related causes in and around Bedford. So many thanks Joolz for finding where in London Joanna Southcott is buried. Also for the excellent editing of your films, done I believe only by you. Tremendous achievement.

[@Joolzguides]

Thanks! Glad to have roused that interest in Southcott!

[@ronbanning7142]

Very good as always!

[@CallieMasters5000]

St. John's Wood will be familiar to a lot of American expats as it is home to the American School in London, with over 1400 students, since 1971 at this location. The education minister who spoke at the 1971 opening was Margaret Thatcher. Elton John performed in the high school gym in 1974.

[@vilstef6988]

I really enjoy the badinage between Joolz and Simon!

[@parisreid5792]

Great vid as always Joolz and Simon. Looks a lovely day for a walk!

[@scarlettm86]

Fantastic I'm just about to have my breakfast - nice little accompaniment for me to watch whilst I chow down. Cheers Joolz!

[@MickAngelhere]

Another brilliant video and yes I remember the milk carts , couldn’t believe my eyes the last time I was in London back in 2019 when I saw one still operating 👍👍

[@Calum_S]

I like the reminder of "Eye Spy" books with points for spotting various features. Takes me back to my childhood.

[@AtheistOrphan]

Don’t forget to report your spottings to Big Chief Eye Spy!

[@friendlywomble]

Thanks for the excellent video Joolz and team. Appreciated the 1950s jazz music and Joolz's regular references to 1980s music and various celebs remembered.

[@KC-gy5xw]

I've been waiting ages for the next one! Thanks Joolz, always a great watch.

[@gisellem.3698]

It was great seeing my old home in this video!!! Lived in St. Johns Wood for four years! I lived down the road from Drunch, my best friend lived on Acacia Road, and I crossed Abbey Road every day to get to school on Abercorn Place!!

[@sandrashipes6035]

Hi! Another lovely video! It’s funny as my Townshend ancestors in South Carolina live in Blenheim ( a tiny town) and in Marlborough county…. I notice on the map of St. John’s Wood there are street names of Blenheim and Marlborough…. I love seeing the Townshend Estate 😉💕 I plan to take a cruise on the canal to Camden and check out the view you showed of Primrose Hill in mid - January 2023😊

[@someguy1256]

I know St Johns Wood well and thank you for the excellent video on an interesting place.

[@veloman59]

Fantastic Joolz I've lived and worked in this area for many years - but of course I didn't have a clue about the existence more than of half of these facts. Great stuff 👍👍

[@maverick4177]

I was sauntering the streets of Hammersmith last week visiting the Dr The Rik Mayall memorial bench Didn’t get to see the man the myth the legend Joolz though 😂👍🏻

[@RayM53]

Excellent content as usual Joolz but sad not to see a mention of the former Portland Arms pub now masquerading as a French Cafe called Soutine. I was resident there in the early 1970's when it was used to accomodate both England and visiting cricket team whilst playing Test Matches down the road at Lords. Later when new fire regulations prohibited the pubs use as a hotel for paying guests it became accommodation for senior management of Bass Charringtons Brewery whilst working in London. Regular visitors to the pub included Dennis Waterman who played darts there on Saturday lunchtime (Ham sandwiches and a pint of Light & Bitter), Joe Gormley from the NUM whilst doing battle with the Government, many well known actors and occasional visitors from Abbey Road studios. Has since been a wine bar, a Carluccios amongst others.

[@KC-gy5xw]

Sounds like a place I would have loved! Thanks for sharing.

[@sirdigbyminge1639]

Pure Gold.

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

Every street is a symphony of beauty and joy! Thank you for the video! Have an amazing day.

[@barnabyhughes5643]

Some things you didn't mention: Billy Fury also lived on Cavendish Avenue, his house was more or less across the road from the McCartney residence. I also think that the actor Harry H Corbett had a house on the corner of Cavendish Avenue and Circus Rd (in case your wondering who he is, he was Harold in Steptoe and Son). There's a pub called the Clifton Pub that I heard that the Beatles sometimes drank in but this would need to be verified. Keith Richards lived on Carlton Hill. You could have also mentioned that St Johns Wood has one of the largest private hospitals in London (The Wellington Hospital) and the American School.

[@richardsingh5827]

One of my favourite places

[@Tigs118]

Thanks for another great video, I love watching them with a cuppa and a couple of biscuits.

[@janetjenkins7782]

Really enjoyed that video. Great to see you back in North West London.

[@rommee]

Just looked up the SuperTed intro on YT. (far fetched much - but love it! 😂) "This is a story about an ordinary teddy bear... When he was made, they found something wrong with him... And threw him away like a piece of rubbish into an old dark storeroom... Then, from outer space, a spotty man, brought him to life with his cosmic dust! He took him to a magic cloud where Mother Nature gave him special powers... That bear became SUPERTED!"

[@frederickherring2284]

There is a very lovely little ballad on a Masters' Apprentices album that is called St. John's Wood

[@brick6347]

My 3 year old son loves Bananaman! Classics are classics!

[@timokauppinen5238]

Thanks for reminding of Primrose Hill, it could be starting point for our London Saturday roam in three weeks time. 🧐 Thanks for the video, great as always. 👍

[@richardbrunt7180]

Love your Guide Joolz. I walked about in St Johns Wood when I was in London during April this year. Your Serene Walking Tour brought back many good memories including a good drinking hour or two in a variety of the locals. Sir, a 10/10 for you!!!! Richard..... Cape Town, South Africa.

[@hopefulmelancholy7514]

Some day I hope to take a trip to London. Until then, I do always appreciate your perspective, Joolz. You have a way of looking at life with an open mind.

[@davidgray3321]

Please do come, try to visit in June ideally.

[@simonround2439]

My dad had the office at the front of the Unigate dairy for a time in the 1970s. Very nostalgic

[@rjflores438]

St Johns Wood High Street is one of my favourite roads in London. The only issue is that I feel very class conscious when I walk past the very wealthy patrons sipping Cappuccinos outside trendy cafes and boutiques.

[@elainafriend2690]

Thank you for doing these videos. I learn so much about my home town. Still waiting for you to do one on Camberwell though😊

[@stevebryce-grant1107]

Another great fun fact filled video thank you

[@carolinebarnes2009]

My Nan and Aunt used to live on Townsend Estate… cheers Tony.

[@thegreengoddess8850]

I always know when you are going to post a new video. You pop into my mind and then the next morning, here you are!

[@brian9731]

I worked in a house in Cavendish Avenue. Some con merchant sold them Farrow and Ball paint, the biggest con in decorating. Over £100 per tin and it can't be touched up without showing as an obvious patch, so one tiny mark and the whole wall has to be repainted. That's going to go down well when their new baby starts growing up and dragging her toys around and generally doing what toddlers and children do. Good job they're as rich as Rishi.

[@juliarank7490]

Hello Joolz from Canada, again! Lovely to meet you in person while I was in London! Looking forward to your book, and an actual tour on my next trip! Great video.

[@foreignparticle1320]

I've never seen a red London postbox in NZ - but I live in Auckland, so maybe they're in the provinces. Though, all things British have become politically unfashionable in these fair isles... which is why I love it when a new Joolz Guides vid pops up in my feed!

[@clivebaxter6354]

There is a victorian one in Cambridge NZ

[@JohnyG29]

Why is that?

[@nicbrownable]

Christchurch has a bunch. Dunedin a few too.

[@nicbrownable]

@@JohnyG29 Why NZ went sour on the UK? It started when the UK pivoted unilaterally to the EU. The UK was NZs biggest trading partner (after Australia) and they were forced to diversify to Japan, South America, the US. NZ has no issue with the EU in general, but the UK nullified our trade agreements, and didn’t especially support new agreements with the EU. Plus your rugby fans are absolute bellends. People in NZ of British heritage feel less British than the Scots, but also less angry about it.

[@foreignparticle1320]

​@@JohnyG29 and following on from Nic's comments, the optics of colonial legacy have been getting a pretty hard boot up the rear in all national institutions (for better or for worse) recently. NZ is far more introverted these days, especially since Covid, and the relevance of our remaining meagre ties to Britain is fading ever faster. If the UK had maintained a faithful economic relationship to NZ (and indeed to the Commonwealth), we likely would have maintained a greater degree of socio-cultural cohesion with the UK.

[@jeffreyoldham55]

An invigorating & illuminating jaunt thru St. John's Wood. Cheers Joolz & Simon!

[@claire76leach]

I saw SuperTed live in the 1980’s at the Brighton Dome! All I can remember was that Victor Spinetti who played Texas Pete was in it! Brilliant videos as ever Joolz ❤

[@dougzirkle5951]

Joolz Guide once again made my day!

[@antoniomaduro7731]

Best way to relax is to watch one of videos, more please.

[@lord.onk99]

Very well made, you deserve every succes that you receive.

[@SamhainBe]

Latin read, an old Chevy truck and a public toilet...Joolz, your videos are classic - Well done good sir!

[@suzanneharris996]

50 years of spending time with close family in SJW all so familiar will be visiting next week.I have to say learned so many other things watching this.I didnt know that chapel was behind the hospital will need to go and have a look.Great video.

[@noorimeldaelle3403]

Hello Julian how have u been?. Is great to see u doing well. It is 11.45 pm Sunday now in Singapore instead of sleeping i am watching u 🤣 thank u so much for sharing with us your wonderful experience there in Saint John's Wood. Keep the videos coming in. I be patiently waiting.

[@christopheralexander927]

Joolz great as usual, but you missed the fact at the bottom of St. John’s high street, is Hanover house, this house was the house of Jeff Randall in Randall and hopkirk deceased!

[@mattblank9224]

Sorry Joolz old chap, but no matter how much you protest, it will always be "Marleybone" to me. Only the posh folk ever called it Mary-le-bone 😙😙 Only just got around to subscribing, even though you got this from exile through the lockdown. Thank you so much.

[@449ste33]

Truly excellent presentation Joolz. Most entertaining Thankyou.

[@mw...]

right on ! just what i need on such a dismal day

[@johannebaker9730]

Thank goodness you’re back! Makes my Sundays xx

[@jesselambert4968]

Great video very entertaining this week!

[@TXMEDRGR]

Modern Joolz or vintage Joolz, are both great. Thanks for sharing.

[@paulmerryman]

What a great way to pass the time, on a Sunday afternoon. Lovely stuff Joolz.

[@idaornstein1305]

Brilliant video, as usual.

[@drewmerrall980]

Ooh. I'm not far from Bedford. I feel a museum visit coming soon.

[@grahamkeithtodd]

e gad, this brought back some long memories from me, i used to live with my mum and dad in Townsend estate in the 1970-1990's, was back their last month and it's all changed...

[@dabreu]

Marvellous. The best video about Saint John's wood I have ever seen. You manage to find funny stories...so it is not only watching a video. We do have a great time. Congratulation. There is another reason for me to like it so much. When I spent a time in London I used to go to Saint John's Wood almost every day. So nice to see again these beautiful streets.

[@markthomas5035]

Afternoon jools looking forward once again to your history tour of london😊

[@MikeMike-hx3gm]

My 3xgreat grandfather Victorian artist Arthur Boyd Houghton (1836-75) lived in St Johns Wood. Keep up the good work Jools

[@maddieb2763]

What a marvellous video! Your videos are always great. Thanks a lot for sharing them.🌹🌹🤗

[@rogercruickshank2655]

Im a Cruickshsnk in N Z, saw family name on building there joolz. 🇳🇿👍😎🍺

[@sih1095]

So exiting to see an alert from Joolz.. Makes my day.. 👍

[@SuperSamLowry]

As always fascinating Joolz. Saw you walking down College/Abingdon Green a couple of weeks ago shame I was busy filming but I wanted to say hello. 😊

[@JonnyBGood12]

Another class video....I tip my cap to you Sir !!😉👍👍👍👍😄

[@tonyclough9844]

I remember when the milkman had horse drawn floats that we rode on, the horse didn't need to be told when to stop it followed the milkman stopping at the houses that needed milk.

[@marijanabilic9246]

Nice Octobre walk🤎💛🧡💚...thank you - see you again🍀

[@boohaka]

Fabulous! Thank you Joolz!

[@gingersnapt0144]

❤Loved it💕Thanks Joolzie😊

[@jameshill8711]

Thankyou for a both entertaining and informative snapshot of St. John's Wood. Your best guide yet.

[@chimpanzee88]

Joolz - can you please do Bayswater. I spent many a happy afternoon there yet I cant seem to find much about this beautiful part of the city!!