Full Late Shift - London Black Cab Driver - (3 of 5)

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I’m Tom, a London Taxi driver of 5 years. I also have a keen passion for all things London whether that’s; history, geography or a good spot for coffee!

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To PROMOTE and PROTECT The Knowledge of London
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[julieferguson]

Hi Tom, we were the Scottish passengers you picked yo yesterday, channel is good! 😊

[almuricbaggins]

This lad never fails to deliver! I have never been so mesmerised by somebody driving around and narrating where they are going. I dunno. Maybe it's because I am a Londoner myself (West London, Hayes area) or better yet, i think it's because Tom has a perfect voice and tone to inform us of exactly where he's off to and how he's going to get there.

Either way, another great video mate, and never stop doing them! Have a safe one. All the best!👍

[mjt]

Your comments about tipping made me remember a trip I did from the Science Museum one afternoon with the family. I wanted to go to St Pancras but the driver mentioned he needed to be at Victoria by a set time to clock off and meet his wife. We were off home to Ashford so we agreed to go to Victoria instead. The fare was £15 but he did it for a tenner as I did him a favour by diverting my journey and he had enough time for a coffee as well

[dodgedandle]

The London Cabbie: The most intense and mental + physical test someone could ever do. 3 + years on a bike before you even get in the driver’s seat and that’s why they are the best + the temperament test the examiners put them through to make sure they are Absolutely ready for the job.. My Cousin done it took her 5 years Tom .. the thing’s and places she had to know in Detail was Crazy..People just don’t realise..🌞🙏

[vgc]

08:45. It’s now 1030am and Trafalgar Square to Tower Bridge has Victoria Embankment in red 😂 👍

[ahuman]

Had the privilege of meeting you in front of Westminster abbey and taking a picture with you. Keep the vids going because they get better each time :)

[TheNails]

Anyone who gets into your cab is so lucky to have you driving them!

[Tuppoo]

15:12 Numbers are always difficult. When I was a taxi driver in Helsinki, I mostly went by points of interest, because it was much easier. As a general rule, in Helsinki city center the numbering starts at the south end of north-south streets, and at the east end of east-west streets. However, this isn't always the case. Also, the numbering doesn't always begin from 1, and sometimes the numbering on each side of the street doesn't "match", for example the building opposite number 1 isn't number 2.

[dbeaus]

I live in Madison, Wisconsin and drove here and in Chicago. As I watch this, I am amazed at the number of streets in Madison that were apparently named after streets or areas of London. As a example, Mayfair, Knightsbridge and many others. There is a section of the east side off of Cottage Grove road, where Knightsbridge is, where I believe all the streets are named like this. Also on the southwest side is a similar area. I find this strange since Madison was developed in the 1840-50 era by Norwegians, Swedes and Germans. In Chicago there is no area like that for any nationality. Although there are areas where there is a predominant ethnic makup. Spanish, Swedish, Polish, Greek, Black, etc. Although the areas are etnic, the street names date back to the 1800's are usually Famous Americans or famous events in the cities or countries history.

[Ulleskelf]

That happened to me in Glasgow. As a kid, my family drove up to Glasgow, got there 10pm on Friday. We stopped to ask for directions, the guy got in the car and showed us the way!

[DT]

Finally a new video haha! After discovering you I’ve watched the entire back catalogue even the stuff from years ago on how to pass the knowledge! Been waiting for a new video, really appreciate these and I hope you’re doing well. I’ve caught three black cabs in the last two weeks and have been hoping it’s a one in 21, 000 chance it’s you!

[oneteaminbristolbcfc]

Frigging hell Tom now I’ve got to go find a place to park up and watch this! ✌️❤

[callumyates]

Great video makes me excited when I get notified you uploaded. My fav vids are these ones

[simonnlaroche]

Brilliant vid Tom, your levels of both customer service and London knowledge are outstanding. Plus your editing skills are amazing too!

[emersson_dz]

The amount of bikes going on red traffic lights is insane!

[gabelofi]

If you live in Lndon and want to learn London, studying his routes is probably one of the best ways LMAO

[Branuk]

In liverpool all the house numbers run away from The Town Hall. When you've got the Town Hall behind you usually number one is the first on the left, number 2 first on your right. Unless the Road/Lane was in use before Liverpool Council was formed.

[mfurmyr]

Great video as always. I also have problems with remembering numbers. It is easier when you have pictures in your head on things like houses, shops, churches and so on. Back in the days, people could say the phone booth in the street or road, and we all knew where it was. What are the restrictions on driving children in your cab? Child seat and so on. We also have problems with hotel names since there many Scandic and Radisson hotels in Oslo. Tipping has also become very bad. Twenty years ago, when I drove a 9-seater, I could almost make as much on tip as the regular pay on Fridays and Saturdays. Back then cash was king. About Pratt Street. I once read an article about some cab drivers who were fed up with a journalist who wrote negative articles about the black cabs. They phoned him and said they had a tip about something. They told him where to go and wait. They then took picture of him standing under the street sign Pratt Street.

[smithyedward]

These video are so interesting. Really great work. Might be a bit late now, but a spooky tour of London for Halloween would be good. Annabels in Mayfair always puts on an amazing display.

[jilumiah]

Hey Tom love the videos, please can you do a video about double yellows, chevron’s red routes, loading and unloading, and how it applies to cabbies.