Oxford- Full Tour

VIsit and explore the university city of Oxford UK the Tour Guides'Travel Guides' way. Rich Jones takes you on a comprehensive journey through the City of Dreaming Spires starting at the Martyr's Memorial. Take in the beautiful sites of Cornmarket, St. Martin's, Carfax, Bodelian, Christ Church, St. Aldates, Oriel, Corpus Christi, Covered Market, Radcliffe, Balliol, Sheldonian, Clarendon etc. Great history and even better tips!

[@FrailCaesar]

I moved to Oxford about 5 years ago for work. I love the city and I've just bought my first house here, so Im here to stay.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thanks for watching. Congrats on the home buy I'm sure you'll be happy. Stay safe and stay healthy. Rich.

[@polkaop]

1:52 Randolph hotel, 2:15 Ashmolean museum, 2:20 St Giles, 2:38 Martyrs' memorial, 3:33 Martyrs' History, 9:55 Cornmarket St, 10:07 St Michael at the North Gate, 11:00 Beautiful Timber building, 11:45 Carfax tower, 12:59 Oxford, name origin, 13:56 Oxford uni crest, 14:26 Pembroke college, 15:47 Christ church, Tom gate, 18:08 Alice shop, Story about Alice, 19:38 Thames(Isis), 21:45 Memorial gardens of Christ church, 23:32 No Peel, 24:05 Staircase, 24:36 Hall, 25:28 Henry Liddell(Dean), 26:25 Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, 27:15 Fireplace, 27:44 Lewis Carroll Memorial Window, 28:59 Henry VIII, 29:40 Tom Quad, 31:39 Some characters GM WM T on paving, 3:26 Peckwater Quad, 33:40 Christ Church Library, 34:33 Exit gateway, archbishop, 35:25 Oriel college, 36:50 Corpus Christi, 38:20 Magpie Lane, 38:58 Radcliffe Square, 39:09 Uni Church of St Mary the Virgin, 40:21 Radcliffe Camera, 42:36 All Souls College, 45:08 Brasenose College, 46:49 Bodleian Library, the outside, 47:30 Bodleian Library gate door, 48:01 Bodleian Library, Old Schools Quad, 50:02 Bridge of sighs, 50:51 Clarendon Building, 53:07 School of Divinity, 54:58 Sheldonian Theater 1, 56:58 Sheldonian Theater 2, 57:45 Harry Potter's scar, lightning bolt mark on paving, 59:24 Blackwell book shop, 59:42 White Horse (Pub), 1:00:26 Exeter college, 1:01:44 Antony Gormley statue (nude iron man), 1:02:43 Jesus College, 1:03:38 Covered market, 1:06:29 Broad St 1:06:58 Original Door of Balliol, 1:08:20 Martyrs story, wall sign, 1:09:20 Cross spot of burning at the stake on the middle of Broad St, 1:09:45 Martyrs' Memorial, 1:10:20 Turf Tavern

[@hereisthenews7793]

Such a wealth of knowledge and very well presented. No notes, not many edits, really impressive.:)

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Many thanks for taking the time to watch our Oxford edition and particular thanks for the feedback greatly appreciated. Rich Jones Tour Guides Travel Guides.

[@kellydooling]

This is an amazing tour of Oxford! My kids and I were there (from the states) in 2016 and we took a tour with Oxford Walking Tours. I hate to say this, but it was horrible, even though it was rated very highly. I really wish we would have had Rich showing us around instead. I learned so much from this video. Thank you!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Sorry to hear you had a poor experience in Oxford. It is such a beautiful destination. Glad you enjoyed the video though.

[@modernism100]

Informative, personable and historically detailed. Lots of well-lit close ups and spacious views as well. Mr. Jones is genuinely passionate about Oxford.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thank you for taking the time to watch our Oxford edition, so glad you enjoyed it. I greatly appreciate the positive feedback. Stay safe & healthy in these strange & difficult days . Cheers Rich.

[@AnwerHashimSamnani]

Just Beautiful And Excellent - Thanks For Sharing And Giving Historical Information - Good Wishes To U....

[@jordharris5007]

Great video and am happy to call oxford my hometown and still live here to this day, this video was great it reminded of the good times when we didn’t have social distancing in sight as life was normal here. Also the boot store at the covered market where you pointed out is actually now a sports shop run by brother called blue blood

[@aghakhan7728]

Excellent tour! Thank you for making this! I'm actually joining Oxford University this September and honestly the information you presented in this video is very helpful! Thank you!

[@rosecanlas]

It brought back memories of visiting all those places in 2018. Thank you.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thank you very much Rose . Rich Jones Tour Guides Travel Guides

[@veronica1517]

Awww! You bring me back to some very nice memory of my time in Oxford! Thank you!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Veronica , many thanks for taking the time out to watch our Oxford edition & particular thanks for your comments, greatly appreciated. Rich Jones Tour Guides Travel Guides.

[@larahilton7417]

I’ve had a Tour Guide Travel Guide binge this evening. Absolutely fantastic work. These tours are so interesting, especially this one. Thank you for all your hard work. I’ve introduced my kids to your tours now☺️.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

I am honored. Thank you!

[@MrTorleon]

Thank you, a very enjoyable and energetic presentation. As an Oxford graduate of the mid 1960`s, I have a warm spot for this historic city. I`m not going to be pedantic regarding one or two errors that occurred, because you clearly enjoy what you do, and it has been a genuine pleasure to watch. I do return to Oxford to meet with academic colleagues, in2015 and2016, but find the sheer number of visitors can make it quite trying. Oh yes, and I do know where the ' Turf ' is, of course :) Thank you.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

MrTorleon, So glad an Oxford graduate enjoyed this. Please do not consider pedantic at all. I appreciate feedback, especially from one who was in the trenches as it were.

[@saintetienne755]

Excellent tour. Thank you

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thank you

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Well spotted that man . I always like to insert a couple of deliberate mistakes to provoke a reaction. Did you get the other two ? Cheers Rich.

[@davidfish591]

I really liked all the stories. Someday I will walk around all those amazing buildings. Thank you so much for the tour!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thanks David. I highly recommend you do take that walk. I never grow tired of it. Are you from the area where it would be easy for you to do? Or would you have to plan a trip? Cheers, Rich Jones

[@DIY-ct1cm]

Thank you. We visited recently and loved the history and fun histories of the place. Hope to be back soon

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

DIY , thanks for taking the time out to watch our Oxford edition & many thanks for the feedback greatly appreciated. Hopefully you’ll be back there soon. Rich Jones. Tour Guides Travel Guides.

[@ariwaller9785]

Amazing. Watched 5 times. Thanks

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Arielle, Those are kind words. Thank you so much. Please spread the word. Cheers, Rich.

[@lucyphil4629]

Thank you Mr Jones. Such an informative guide for first timers in Oxford. Completely blown away from historical facts provided.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thank you for your kind words. Hope you enjoy your time in Oxford. We appreciate a like, a subscribe, a share. Cheers, Rich

[@Sobkow07]

Thanks för guiding! An amazing tour in my tourism on-line.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Alma Mater many thanks for taking the time out to watch our Oxford edition & sincere thanks for your kind words, greatly appreciated. Best wishes Rich Jones Tour Guides Travel Guides.

[@worldtraveler721]

Love the way you present all of the information. I have watched some of your other videos and have enjoyed them all! I will be in Oxford later this month. What a fascinating tour! Thank you so much.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thanks so much for the feedback , greatly appreciated. Enjoy Oxford.

[@joanamor2224]

Very interesting. I really enjoyed this video have used it as reference during my short visit to Oxford on the 5th January 2022. Thank you very much. More power!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Joan , thanks for taking the time out to watch our Oxford edition & particular thanks for the feedback greatly appreciated. Best wishes & more power to you too ! Rich Jones. Tour Guides Travel Guides.

[@joanamor2224]

@@TourGuidesTravelGuides You’ve got a new subscriber here!

[@fredericwidlak2071]

Superb tour. Great commentary.

[@arisadunbar2603]

My favorite place absolutely gorgeous ❤️

[@Annur375]

Lovely tour, very instructive and fun. Thanks for sharing it. Best to you.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thank you for taking the time to watch our Oxford edition & sincere thanks for your kind words, greatly appreciated. Cheers Rich.

[@leehotspur9679]

Having lived in Oxford Many years ago Before I Emigrated I really appreciated Your Tour and the manner in which you conducted it. It was very interesting and Nostalgic Thanks Rich Hope to see More

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Lez, No better praise than nostalgic! We hope to bring you more.

[@jeffreyhughesmbe]

What a brilliant tour of Oxford colleges and historical sites! Thank you so much.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Jeffrey, many thanks for taking the time out to watch our Oxford edition & sincere thanks for the feedback, greatly appreciated. Stay safe and stay healthy. Rich Jones Tour Guides Travel Guides.

[@ldb9717]

Very interesting and informative - I intend to seek out some of the places shown next time I visit. Thank-you!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Ld, Glad you enjoyed it. You will certainly enjoy experiencing it in person all the more. Let me know if you want any assistance in planning your visit. You can contact me at [e-mail] Cheers, Rich

[@karinacastro2958]

That was awesome! I've learned a lot!!! Thank you! 👏👏

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Karina thanks for taking the time to watch our Oxford edition & sincere thanks for the feedback, greatly appreciated. Stay safe and stay healthy. Rich.

[@barbararichardson2461]

Great tour guide. We are coming to Oxford soon and this has really inspired us. Love the various stories. Thank you.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Barbara, thanks for taking the time out to watch our Oxford edition & sincere thanks for the feedback greatly appreciated. Best wishes Rich Jones Tour Guides Travel Guides

[@quedgeleyboy]

Great information. I wish I had watched this before my visit. However it gives me a great excuse to visit Oxford again.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Any excuse is a good one. Cheers!

[@blackstorm9755]

Very informative. I'm writing a story and the 'Bod' plays a prominent role. Thank you for all the great history. Also I'm a huge Inspector Morse and Lewis fan--Wow!!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

so glad the tour helped your writing. Hope to read your story.

[@blackstorm9755]

@@TourGuidesTravelGuideshank You. Great Work!!

[@lucysaconn7233]

Very good tour! Hope to go see it myself some day.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Lucy, thanks for taking the time out to watch our Oxford edition we appreciate your feedback. Please try to get there you will love it. Rich Jones Tour Guides Travel Guides

[@lisasnailox2kenward873]

Thank You!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thanks. Any suggestions for the next destination?

[@hiviolet]

WOW!!! Loved it! I'm even more excited now about visiting Oxford this coming Nov.! I was going to spend 3 nights but I may need to make it 4 now!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Violet, You are going to have a great time. Keep an eye out for the bicycles. That's the main mode of transport for the students. Grab a coffee at Cafe Creme on Broad Street. Tell Hakim I said Hi! If you're looking for souvenirs, try Castell's on Broad. Ask for Laura and say my name. You might get a discount. There are a number of great walking tour companies there- from group to private. Take advantage of whichever appeals to you. If you would like more specific help planning or have any questions, give me an email at [e-mail]. I'd be happy to help you out for a small fee. It's what I do. Thank you so much for watching. Please like and subscribe. Spread the word. Cheers, Rich Jones

[@hiviolet]

Thanks, Rich!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Any time!

[@tonyh.6577]

Terrific job; thanks.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Tony , many thanks for taking the time out to watch our Oxford edition and sincere thanks for the feedback, greatly appreciated. Rich Jones Tour Guides Travel Guides.

[@classicartfoundation639]

Really interesting info, thank you

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thank you so much. I really appreciate it.

[@vandalmeida.30.09]

Richard, I would say that, this is a Documentary about Oxford. You did a great job. Tks n ♡ from Brazil 🇧🇷! I am your #1 fan...♧♧🥂

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Vanda muito obrigado ! 🇬🇧. Best wishes. Rich Jones

[@achernarpolis8842]

Brilliant!!!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Achernarpolis , many thanks for taking the time out to watch our Oxford edition and particular thanks for the feedback greatly appreciated. Rich Jones Tour Guides Travel Guides.

[@gullu1071]

Wonderful👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@jordharris5007]

A fantastic video

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Many thanks Jord kind words indeed.

[@MrTorleon]

One other point which may be worth mentioning, to those who may be unaware, that most Oxford Colleges were ' male only ' institutions right up until the mid 1970`s. Many regional Universities adopted a co-ed basis well before, but Oxford showed distinct reluctance in this regard - if it helps :)

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Good point! Thank you for reminding me. It seems so long ago. Cheers!

[@niccoarcadia4179]

Thanks I never knew that. The change was probablty kept quiet due to the feminist movement at the time. You know the theory; 'Don't Make Waves'

[@ronelaugustin7484]

Exelent thank you

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Ronel, Thank you so much. Cheers, Rich

[@BeatrixFrancia]

thank you so much for this light hearted, enjoyable and fascinating tour of the city. I'm leaving tomorrow for Oxford with my students so I hope I'll be as involving as you've been in showing it around! Cheers!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Have a great time! Enjoy! Cheers, Rich Jones

[@oaktree1628]

Excellent tour of Oxford! I was a graduate student there back in the day and didn’t know a lot of what was covered. I would have also shown Magdalen College, famous for their deer park.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

N M many thanks for taking the time out to watch our Oxford edition & sincere thanks for the feedback greatly appreciated. Indeed Magdalen is a splendid College & was considered at the time. We are planning on coming back over to the UK next summer to do some more work on other Colleges & places of interest so I think we’ll include Magdalen for sure. Best wishes, Rich Jones Tour Guides Travel Guides.

[@supermanchini2849]

A really great video. Greetings from Spain. Come visit!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thanks for the invite. It's been awhile since I've been to Spain. I would love to take my son.

[@daleduerden1185]

Brilliant thankyou

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Dale , many thanks for taking the time out to watch our Oxford edition & sincere thanks for the feedback, greatly appreciated. Rich Jones Tour Guides Travel Guides

[@easylivinglovely5264]

Thank you 💕

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thanks for taking the time out to watch our Oxford edition & sincere thanks for your comments greatly appreciated. Rich Jones Tour Guides Travel Guides.

[@mbrokenhearted-od6wh]

appreciated ur efforts

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Many thanks my friend. Best wishes & stay healthy. Rich Jones Tour Guides Travel Guides

[@DaveYostCom]

Thanks for this! Next Lewis I watched was s4e3 "Your Sudden Death Question", and I got the reference to the other place.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

So glad. Hope you get a chance to watch more Lewis. Although I did like Morse a lot too.

[@DaveYostCom]

@@TourGuidesTravelGuides Savoring them, the last unseen episode will come too soon. :) Your Oxford Full Tour, redone as a series (i.e. longer) and with an updated cinematographer/camera, would be a must see.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

@@DaveYostCom Thanks Dave. WE did consider this; however, we don't think this medium is cost effective.

[@FromHere2Where]

Just discovered your channel. You and your wife are a treasure!! Love your style of presenting and it's chock full of information without a lot of hype. Very high quality touring, you need a good marketing manager. Thank you for the pleasure, I hope that your business is thriving because you certainly deserve it my friends!!!!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thank you for your kind words. Cheers, Rich

[@AlasdairILoveOxford]

That's a good view up there at the start of your video. Pity about the weather! PS don't miss out i-scream gelato shop in the Covered Market!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thanks, that's the problem with filming in January. It was the only window I had free to film. I'd love to try out and mention that gelato shop. Thanks for the tip. It would be great if we could collaborate next time I'm in town. You can email me at [e-mail]. Cheers, Rich

[@AlasdairILoveOxford]

Hi. I will email you just now

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

I got it. Thanks.

[@matthewtelepneff2168]

Wasn't expecting a history of the English Reformation with time lines, great job.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

We have always felt it was important to talk about in Oxford. We do try to balance history with entertainment. Tourists don't want too much. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@dusanveselka3240]

There are 38 colleges in Oxford, not 39. There used to be 39 colleges but in 2008 Green College and Templeton College merged together to form (one) Green Templeton College. Since then, there are 38 colleges in Oxford.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thank you Dusan.

[@Calidore1]

39 with Ruben College opening next year.

[@tomislavkablaric1797]

cool

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Nice

[@patrickwalsh6873]

At 14:12, that should be read as 'Dominus Illuminateo Mea', the opening lines of Psalm 27. Good job though, very energetic presentation ! Brought me back some happy memories. Well done.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Patrick, I appreciate your correction. Due to a recent computer tragedy, I am unsure I can fix it (my technical skills lag behind my touring skills), but I will try. I appreciate the critical eye.

[@basilina11]

very useful

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thanks for the feedback. Rich Jones Tour Guides Travel Guides

[@erykfreethinker7147]

Thank you Mr Jones. I am going to find all this information so useful in my forthcoming vacation! I remember the original Bridge of Sighs in Venice connecting the Doge's Palace to the prison where Casannova was incarcerated - prisoners there really had something to sigh about! I will have t find where the river Cherwell is - ir maybe that is the name of the next section on from the river Isis. Confusing! Thanks again!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Eryk, Here's to a lovely vacation. The River Cherwell runs along the east side of the city. The Thames is on the other side. The Isis is the section of the Thames that runs through Oxford (It is called that in a few other places as well). They call it that because the Latin name for the Thames is Tamesis. Cheers, Rich

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Additionally, in the Oxford Cambridge reserve boat race is between Oxford's second boat- Isis- and Cambridge's second boat- Goldie.

[@erykfreethinker7147]

@@TourGuidesTravelGuides Thank you very much indeed Rich, that is valuable information. Who knows, I may get to go on a short journey on one of those stretches of water - there are many stories told by the backs of walls from the viewpoint of a boat. I am busy making a map 6' x 4' with all museums on and also to follow your excellent journey. Making the map will get the street plan into my head. The city is like a rabbit warren! Thanks again!!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

@@erykfreethinker7147 Truly, you will have an amazing trip. Enjoy every moment!

[@erykfreethinker7147]

@@TourGuidesTravelGuides I live near Preston, Lancashire, where at Preston Marina you would see moored the Dragon rowing boats that are raced once a year but with nothing of the earnest enthusiasm evinced by the Varsity teams. Not apropos of this, I just watched a Morse episode on You Tube and could identify a great deal of the architecture after watching your tour. I am ancient of days and to remember so much of your presentation speaks of your experience in your chosen profession.

[@KlarnetTaksimi]

What are the equipments for this video? What model microphone. Camera did you use to soot this video

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Klarnet, I answered this for you on the other video. In case you don't see it: The camera is a Canon Vixia; no tripod just a handheld stick; a wired lapel mic. Cheers, Rich

[@Posey12345]

Thank you so much we will be visiting Oxford when in London >>>Can we do it in one day or 2????

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Effie, Most people do it in a day. but it really depends on what you want to get out of it. If you want to really immerse yourself and get a feel for the place, stay overnight and take a day and a half to two. That will give you a chance to try some local eateries and to take your time and not rush about . In fact, we just put together a delightful little private tour for a nice couple that had them staying in Oxford. It allowed them to overnight there for a few days and then explore, not only Oxford, but also some of the surrounding area like the Cotswolds and Blenheim Palace,. They loved getting to tour where Downtown was filmed, but their favorite visit was a little thatched farm where they make homemade scones and other treats for lunch after a morning excursion exploring the local scenery.

[@bamptonbred]

Do you plan on making more Tour guide video's soon?

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Chris, I am currently in the US. I am working on some videos based on American history. Hope you'll like those. There are plans to get back over to Britain at some point. Life gets in the way. Any recommendations?

[@stitcha123]

@@TourGuidesTravelGuides can I add some? Albeit years later? 😂 York, Whitby…Glastonbury…

[@ladydior-oo3gi]

👋🏻 how is the weather in oxford in march , is it cold !? should we still wear thick jackets!!?

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Lady Dior, Typically you would be fine with a sweater and a light jacket. Obviously, you'd want to check the weather forecast closer to your trip just to be safe. Southeast England is usually very mild though. Cheers, Rich Jones

[@ladydior-oo3gi]

Tour Guides Travel Guides thank you so much 🙏🏻🌷

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Our pleasure!

[@niccoarcadia4179]

13th C.? Yes but the school is much older. My understanding is that the University was chartered in 1248 by Henry III, however 'teaching students at the site went back to at least 1096! The real reason for its existence/prominence is not often talked about but simply put the Nobility, & other wealthy citizenry were sending their sons to University in Paris for their educations and on again off again wars with France made it difficult to continue, so they made their own University at Oxford. Btw, Cambridge U. was later formed after disputes between students and Oxford townsfolk in 1209 got out of hand, some academics fled from the violence to Cambridge, later forming the University of Cambridge.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thank you Follow the Sun. I see a fellow history lover in our midst. I try not to get too bogged down in the town and gown, preferring to aim at the basics. Maybe for another day? Mainly target audience was first time visitors so trying for a brief overview, so a travel guide versus a history lesson. Always room to dive in to the juicier bits later. Always appreciate the feedback and ideas for future episodes.

[@niccoarcadia4179]

Your welcome & Thank you for replying. Yes! You are correct in your assumption that first time viewers need only the outer layers of Oxford's history. What a fine job you did as well! A possible future endeavor? You could go with the esoteric version(s) and maybe gather a smaller but curious & gracious audience, lol, Doc #3: Third and lastly the Unv's conspiracy theories, "what if" scenarios, and local myths?

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

That would make for a few episodes I would imagine! Thank you for your kind words!

[@andrewg5623]

A nice easy going style of guiding. Much better than the lecture tone format of some tour guides, in my opinion. But a number of errors were made. At 9.46 you mention that no Catholic has sat on the throne since the Reformation. James, Duke of York converted to the Roman Catholic faith in 1669, and eighteen years later took the throne as King. At 40.31 the Radcliffe Camera was never built as an extension to the Bodleian but as a separate science library until 1861 when it closed and the books moved elsewhere. The Bodleian took the building over and it was renamed the Radcliffe Camera that year, and finally became an additional reading room for the Bod. At 49.57 that's not Thomas Bodley but William Herbert, 3rd Earl of Pembroke. And at 57.08 that's not Christopher Wren but Edward Hyde, 1st Earl of Clarendon who has his statue on the building he posthumously financed to house the University printing press, the Clarendon Building. Having said that, I have been talking about Dean Charles Liddell for a number of years, and having watched your film I realise his name is actually Henry!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Dear Peter, I really appreciate the feedback one month ago. Sorry for the delay in the response. I've been tied up in another project. I particularly appreciate the compliment about the ease of the guiding. I also appreciate your precise knowledge about the comings and goings of Catholicism. I admit I glossed over that. Overall, I err on the side of being a generalist rather than a specialist. I try to not get too bogged down in that. In my experience in this industry, there is always someone who knows more than you, and you are the case in point. I try to keep it fairly simplistic. I plan on being back in the UK later this year. I'd love your input as to where the Tour Guides Travel Guides should go next. Cheers. Rich Jones.

[@PEPPER2323]

How does one get a tour of Oxford, College if staying in London?...Dallas, Texas...

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Bruce, thanks for watching & thanks for getting in touch. There are a couple of ways to do this if London is your base firstly go with one of the main London sightseeing companies like Evan Evans , Golden Tours or Premium Tours that go to Oxford & specifically state entrance to a college more than likely Christchurch. However, you would also be visiting other sites in the day Windsor castle & Stonehenge for example. Therefore time in the college would be limited. Alternatively getting to Oxford from London is very easy on public transport train or bus services are excellent I believe you could arrange a private tour with a local guide through the Tourist Information center & would give you a more comprehensive insight into the “City of dreaming spires “. I hope this helps let me know how it works out. Best wishes Rich Jones Tour Guides Travel Guides.

[@PEPPER2323]

@@TourGuidesTravelGuides Rich, Thanks so much for the info. Much appreciated. Dallas, Texas....

[@cbwilson2398]

The Scripture passage at 54:35 is an edited version of part of Luke 2:46: "...they found him in the temple sitting among the teachers...." The Greek here reads: "They found him sitting among the teachers (or 'doctors,' per the King James version)." The implication is that learning and wisdom can be found among the learned and wise, although, as we know from the Biblical context, the 12-year-old Jesus astonished _them_ with _his_ understanding.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

I knew I didn't have it exactly right. I was corrected recently that it was in fact from the passage in Luke 2:20-21 and 2:40-52. So many thanks for the correction. Greatly appreciated. Thanks for watching!

[@cbwilson2398]

@@TourGuidesTravelGuides You're so welcome!

[@cbwilson2398]

@@TourGuidesTravelGuides I returned recently from my first visit to Oxford (for one day) and must say that, after watching your video again, your tour is far and away the most engaging and informative I've encountered. One day in Oxford is far too little even to gain a cursory understanding of this great university. Having been there physically has whetted my appetite for more exposure to Oxford.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

CBWilson once again thank you so much for your comments, greatly appreciated. Was it really 3 years ago that you sent me that wonderful information on the script outside the School of Divinity ? My word where does the time go ? Best wishes, Rich Jones .

[@brodiemarshall4031]

Shame Oxford Castle doesn't get a mention but great tour!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thank you for watching and enjoying the tour Brodie. Oxford Castle is a bit off the beaten track from where I was I was concentrating geographically for the walking tours themselves, just making the total tour length a bit too long for the regular tourist. We did look at doing a piece on it separately or with another tour. I appreciate the feedback though. If you have any other ideas, please send them along.

[@brodiemarshall4031]

Tour Guides Travel Guides thank you for replying I totally understand, the castle is a little off road!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Yeah, we hated leaving it out and wrestled with the decision but had to streamline it for the regular day visitor who had a certain amount of time in town.

[@ty-rz2rt]

Great doc but the Rad Cam is actually the history Faculty Library, not Physics and the largest college in terms of student numbers is Kellogg college not Christ's

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thanks for the correct T Y

[@Louisa93able]

You might well have pointed out that Oxford and other pre 19th Century universities were founded for the express purpose of training clergy for the Church, Roman Catholic and then Anglican, the Established state sponsored Church, which explains why theology and classical languages loomed so large.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Britt Unculus, many thanks for taking the time out to watch our Oxford edition & particular thanks for the feedback greatly appreciated. We value all comments good, bad , indifferent to the totally barking. If only they could all be so erudite & astute as this . Rich Jones Tour Guides Travel Guides.

[@Louisa93able]

@@TourGuidesTravelGuides Dare I say that you meet Lord Reith's requirement for the BBC; it's not easy to get the right balance between educating, informing and entertaining; well done; highly admirable and you make it look so easy when it is not. Super photography too; thank you very much.

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Britt Unculus. My sincere apologies for the tardiness of the response, I believed I had replied to your last message & particularly kind words . Obviously I hadn’t & so I am sorry not like me at all. Having been involved in the travel industry for the best part of 30 years now, my word where did that go ? guiding tours around Europe I always believed that the number 1 key was the information, not just the history & stories but logistics, directions, culture, currency, safety, the list is endless. Absolutely keep them entertained appropriately, trust me on this there are some dull guides out there & some who really should not be working with the public. I never saw myself as an educator, however, if my clients left my tour well informed, entertained & with just a little more knowledge than before they arrived then I thought I had done my job right. On a final note, probably the greatest compliment I received, gosh must be 20 years ago now, was from an American lady who asked me if I was a history teacher. When I replied that I was not her response was “ well young man you should be “ . Thanks for messages & my best wishes to you. Rich Jones.

[@stitcha123]

40:22 haha!

[@AlonsoRules]

So Oxford "University" is just a big conglomerate? Well, I never knew that one.

[@DavidOZeus]

A little update on how Oxford looks in 2020: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqu6eWd6o6-Eqc0

[@mylessmith5244]

@9:50 James II was the last Catholic to sit on the throne

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thank you Myles indeed he was but there has been a question mart as to whether he " came out of the closet" before or after ascending the throne . For the majority of our viewers from overseas it just simplifies the story of the reformation. But thanks for the feedback anyway. Cheers Rich

[@neenanorto3399]

How come you don’t show the inside of the building instead of only the outside.?

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Neena Norto, many thanks for taking the time out to watch our Oxford edition and also thanks for the comments, greatly appreciated. Great question & a fairly simple answer to be honest. Most of the colleges & University buildings have limited access & even stricter filming regulations. We did ask permission to film stating that it was a historical & travel documentary but sadly we were denied. Hopefully that answers your question. Rich Jones Tour Guides Travel Guides.

[@celuscalos5909]

I would like to study English at Oxford University

[@Helenhoang.]

Don’t like background noise

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thanks for the feedback. There isn't a lot I could do to prevent that. I wanted the videos to be like you were actually taking a walking tour in the real world.

[@nasimaakter4607]

Sound Quality should be much better. But your presentation was good

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Thanks for the feedback

[@Louisa93able]

Bridge of Sighs. I thought the one at The Other Place was a copy of the one in Venice. Bridge of Sighs because it was the last sight of the outside world condemned prisoners of The Doge could have before going to their execution

[@jamesburke2094]

whipps cross wasn't one of the eleanor crosses

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

James, Thank you for the communication. In over 100 k views, you were the first to spot that, indeed, Whipp's Cross is not one of Eleanor Crosses (as neither are Gerrard's or Banbury for that matter- as you and I both know). The only three remaining crosses are Waltham, Geddington, and Hardingstone. Of course the original 12 were Lincoln (originally erected 1290 in Harby when Eleanor died), Grantham, Stanford, Geddington, Northhampton, Stony Stratford, Woburn, Dunstable, St. Albans, Waltham, Westcheap, and Charing. I want to sincerely thank you for paying that much attention to the video. If you are familiar with my other works, you may have noticed, we have purposely inserted little inaccuracies. We were not sure about our target audience at first and how historical we needed to be and how long the viewers could/would pay attention (It seems the average is about 20 minutes so producing longer pieces like this seem as if they would be better in smaller format). Anyway, James, we are looking to create some additional projects by the end of the year and would value your comments and feedback. Many thanks and best wishes, Rich Jones

[@jamesburke2094]

I'd be delighted to know about them and perhaps join you with other TGTG fans for the fun of it

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

That would be a blast! Maybe we could do a scavenger hunt idea or something really fun. We'll keep in touch.

[@jamesburke2094]

sounds good

[@jamesthornley29]

Oriel was founded by Edward II not Edward III.

[@bankruptbritain6103]

"You can trust me" said by the most untrustworthy looking character you could ever meet

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Glad you got the joke, obviously you know me well .

[@cjrms9130]

I think Oxford is better thann harvard

[@4sstg]

The noise in the background is ruining this well done video. The information is so good, but the noise is too irritating to bear.

[@bulatbazarov9738]

u better buy a decent microphone

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Any suggestions? Technology is not my strong suit.

[@TheMegolas1]

Tour info is great, videographer sucked. He/She was 100% focused on you, not the surrounds, unless you gave instruction. Very annoying.

[@safarieten]

That was crap !! Terrible audio !! Don't bother, if you can't do better !!

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Very nice John , I await with baited breath to see your efforts I’m sure it will be awe inspiring. Jog on fella 🤫

[@joeschmoe6306]

Professional not proffesional

[@TourGuidesTravelGuides]

Well spotted that man thanks