Wonderful Whitehall Walk - London's Centre of Government

Joolz takes you to many of the important and principle locations along Whitehall where, for centuries, government business has been carried out.
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Centuries of history can be found along Whitehall starting back in the 12th century before it passed in to the hands of the Bishop of York. It later became the home of King Henry VIII and it was at Whitehall Palace that King Charles I was executed.
There is a rare glimpse inside the National Liberal Club and also a chat with Jimmy McGloughlin, the business adviser to Number 10 Downing Street.

Other places visited are the Old Admiralty, the Old War Office, Great Scotland Yard, Horseguards and much more.

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00:00 Introduction
00:36 Earl Harrington
04:02 Scotland Yard
05:26 Old Admiralty
08:41 Banqueting House
09:36 Horseguards
13:45 Old War Office
15:35 Minstry of Defence
18:36 National Liberal Club
24:36 Dover House
25:53 Cenotaph
27:11 10 Downing Street

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[jamesbain]

What a fantastic 'episode' Joolz, really enjoyed that one, loads of interesting places and facts. That Liberal Club is something to behold 😮👌

[Marianne-du]

Hi Jools. Another great video. Just to clarify re both the Household Cavalry and the Foot Guards. They are all full time professional soldiers in the Army who rotate normal military duties (including fighting in conflicts - Foot Guards as Infantry and Household Cavalry with armoured vehicles such as tanks) with ceremonial duties. So another reason to leave them alone when doing ceremonial duty is that they are not actors in costumes but may have just returned from combat. The armed police at Horse Guards are Ministry of Defence police as that is military land (hence the mounted and dismounted troopers on guard duty there).

[catzenhouse]

When I visited England several years ago, I met up with my dear English friend and a group of her friends at a pub that was kitty-corner from the Horse Guards. lt was one of the very oldest pubs in London - The White King? perhaps? (I can't ask her as she passed away two years ago tomorrow - you would have loved her, as everyone did...). She told me it had been torn down a few years ago for some modern multi-story monstrosity. I had a lovely meal there and my new friends toasted me and the States - I was baffled why until they told me it was the 4th of July! We had the second story of that tiny pub all to ourselves - like a private party. It was wonderful - overlooking Horse Guards and Whitehall. Thank you for bringing back lovely memories for me. Wish I could return again.

[Big-Harry]

A cup of tea while watching a Jools Guide, what more could you want on a Sunday

[swilkobarfingtoniii]

Wouldn't it be a lovely thing if everybody watching this would just hit the "Like" button? It's kind of a pat on the back for this chap, what?

[alex_finch_]

Great video. As a Whitehall worker for 20+ years I walk down that road pretty much every day, and you've brought my attention to much that I've missed! Thanks Joolz!

[thelordtommyb]

Hi Jools, I worked for the first sea lord at Admiralty House. My last function was for Prince Philip's 90th birthday, when our late Queen presented him with the staff of Lord High Admiral. All underground corridors were air-tight doors, incase of gas attacks in the UK during WWII.
The arrow you mention on the curb stone, is known as a 'Pussers Arrow' - to signify that it is owned by the Admiralty.
Keep up the vids - love learning all about the quirks of London!!

[SimonLloydGuitar]

the mark in the kerb is called a benchmark. these were used by cartographers and OS to establish distances from one benchmark to another and also to establish height above sea level. They are usually on walls and buildings and have a horizontal line across the tip of the three arrows.

[DavidSnow-sr]

I loved the silly walk you did joolz it gave me a chuckle. Keep up the great work.

[lcd]

What a fabulous video Jools, so much history and the iconic buildings …Loved the fact that 10 Downing Street has no keys!!!

[patrickstarnes]

Joolz speaking the truth or a lot of old bollocks 😂 the best Sunday afternoon entertainer 🙏 Thank you Joolz

[pearlhartney]

Always love a Joolz guide on Sunday morning! Love it when you tell the origins of sayings as well. Bob's your uncle and the hot seat! So cool!

[LondonCityWalks]

"Don't go up to these guys and hassle them... it's not clever. Just leave them, they're doing a good job."

Well said Joolz! They are serving members of the two most senior regiments in the British Army: The Life Guards and The Blues and Royals respectively and are on duty as The King's Life Guard.

The armed officers are Ministry of Defence Police and are there to ensure public safety given the heightened threat level (Ukraine, Gaza, Yemen, Lebanon, Israel, etc, etc...).

[GoodbyeRubyTusday]

I love you Joolz, I just moved back from London to my home country and your videos fill my heart with joy, I hope to be back soon!!

[brandieo]

I always hit the Like button simply because I like Joolz!!!!❤

[dandared]

I've lived 8 years in Thailand Joolz, 13 years before that in China and your videos really make me love England / home - thanks so much

[barrysmith]

Excellent video, Joolz, the quality never drops. Congratulations and keep on keeping on!

[marijanabilic]

❤Wow...that was my first walk _ during my visit London...I am so nostalgic, 🤭🤗😎feel like could do again❤ Thank you so much J & S .🙏🌹

[griffin]

congrats on almost 300 thousand subs ..have been a sub since you were at 26 thousand .... your videos are outstanding ! head and shoulders above all the other london tour videos