SIX PEOPLE touch the reins - King's Guard has had enough!!! Horse too!

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  • @LondonCityWalks
    @LondonCityWalks  Рік тому +142

    Thank you for taking the time to watch this video and I hope you enjoyed it! If you'd like to be notified each time a new video is published, please hit the 'Subscribe' Button ▶ and the notification 🔔

    • @kathysmith3834
      @kathysmith3834 Рік тому +10

      Pardon me but could you tell me what the medal is the horse guard is wearing?

    • @Spy.Duckie
      @Spy.Duckie Рік тому +6

      I wondered if it was a badge like the police horses wear. Curious too!

    • @Retired_911
      @Retired_911 Рік тому +6

      Thank you for your videos!

    • @JaneH-rj9jt
      @JaneH-rj9jt Рік тому +10

      @@kathysmith3834 All the guards who took part in the coronation for King Charles each got a medal, hope this is the one you mean.

    • @iriscollins7583
      @iriscollins7583 Рік тому +6

      Thank you 😊.

  • @Ollybus
    @Ollybus Рік тому +169

    I love it when the guards shout at the silly tourists.

    • @siison1390
      @siison1390 Рік тому +27

      Better yet when the Horses take a nip. 😂🤣

    • @ub7959
      @ub7959 9 місяців тому

      Diese Dummen Touris müssten jedesmal eine gepfeffert bekommen von den Wachen!!

    • @yvonnewilhelmi1580
      @yvonnewilhelmi1580 4 місяці тому +4

      ja ich auch

    • @marlisegasser4112
      @marlisegasser4112 13 днів тому +1

      ​@@yvonnewilhelmi1580ich auch und wenn sie nicht merken warum 😅

  • @michelemccuen1976
    @michelemccuen1976 Рік тому +88

    it is disrespectful to even touch a military horse . This is NOT a petting zoo or circus. They are military not a sideshow.

  • @christineharding4190
    @christineharding4190 Рік тому +187

    I think it's a good thing that Guards in fatigues are shown working in the Horse Guards area because they act as a reminder that it is a military area and the Guards are REAL soldiers.

    • @hythekent
      @hythekent Рік тому +15

      You are correct

    • @lmae989
      @lmae989 Рік тому +10

      Agree

    • @phyllisborchers9444
      @phyllisborchers9444 8 місяців тому +2

      They ALL are real soldiers. They know exactly where to stick that sword! 😃

  • @grahamallen3941
    @grahamallen3941 Рік тому +244

    Loved that the guy asked if it was alright to feed the horse polo mints. I’m ex Kings Troop and my horse Hunter expected polo’s everyday when I met him. They love mints! Huge respect to all the guards, with what they have to put up with!!

    • @MissMariQueen
      @MissMariQueen Рік тому +6

      Since when we use apostrophes to make plurals? Is it a new grammatical rule? 🙄

    • @veecee9536
      @veecee9536 Рік тому +9

      ​@@MissMariQueenWell spotted, and I know how irritating I find all the 'new' ways of speaking and writing, mainly because I don't know immediately what the phrases etc mean. Also find many of the single words are due to pre-emptive text. Sliding into my dotage, often wonder about all this modern technology and if we really are improving our communication skills.

    • @grahamallen3941
      @grahamallen3941 Рік тому +51

      @@MissMariQueen like you don’t make a simple mistake! Get over yourself!

    • @helenhallwood3580
      @helenhallwood3580 Рік тому +14

      Ad Ime way too old to text with my thumbs like the kids, sometimes its pot luck what text is written. Luckily I can spell but as the text comes from Google, Ime assuming its American spelling. Now Ime not getttllng Any punctuation . Sorry

    • @teresathompson1114
      @teresathompson1114 Рік тому +1

      ​@@MissMariQueenhow rude !!!!!!!##/=÷÷×

  • @patmorrell5963
    @patmorrell5963 Рік тому +130

    I wonder if every time someone touched the reigns the Guard was allowed to whack them with the sword,it might deter them?

    • @KarronAngel
      @KarronAngel Рік тому +20

      yes or a horse whip..lol...

    • @brigitteka4958
      @brigitteka4958 11 місяців тому +8

      😂😂😂 vielleicht nicht, denn die Dummheit greift um sich.
      Aber sehen würde ich das gerne mal, wie die Touristen dann entsetzt glotzen weil man ihnen Respekt abfordert.
      👍😂 die Idee bringt mein Schmunzeln nicht aus dem Gesicht.
      Dankeschön das Sie mir den Sonntag versüßt haben.
      ❤❤

    • @ub7959
      @ub7959 9 місяців тому +5

      @@brigitteka4958ich würde mich auch freuen, wenn die Wachen das machen dürften!!

    • @heathercampbell8848
      @heathercampbell8848 8 місяців тому +2

      😂

    • @mariablundall2228
      @mariablundall2228 8 місяців тому +3

      I would teach them a lesson NOT TO TOUCH!!

  • @siison1390
    @siison1390 Рік тому +103

    Grabbing the reins is like grabbing a driver’s steering wheel. Idiots!!!

    • @nanachick05
      @nanachick05 9 місяців тому +10

      Completely agree, I think the guard should have shouted at them! 🤦🏼‍♀️ idiots!!

    • @eneidamaria2267
      @eneidamaria2267 2 місяці тому

      Esse guarda e esse cavalo devem ter tomado algum remédio para ficarem tão tranquilos assim. Só pode. 😂😂😂😂😂

  • @jaanaaumanen1024
    @jaanaaumanen1024 Рік тому +77

    When horse puts hes/hers ears back, not happy!! A clear sign..

    • @WoundedWarrior2012
      @WoundedWarrior2012 10 місяців тому +2

      My Arabian is about to be naughty when his ears go back.😂

  • @Spy.Duckie
    @Spy.Duckie Рік тому +125

    Cute horse enjoying polo mints and attention from elderly man and had friendly exchange with the guard. Nice to see someone actually ask to give the horse a treat then thank the guard. It's perplexing why tourists grab the reins one after the other even after being warned. That guard showed remarkable patience. Come to think of it, the horse did too! Dunno why, but I wanted to slap that woman who yelled when the horse moved and that stupid teen making fun of the guard having to yell " Make Way." Enjoyed the long vid, thanks!

    • @alancoverdale713
      @alancoverdale713 Рік тому +12

      Reckon just bit common sense to ask if he could give the horse a couple of mints "spot on"

    • @battles146
      @battles146 Рік тому +14

      very nice to see this gentleman ask first - they make 'horse mint' treats as I've seen them on the Friesian channel - most horses really enjoy this treat 🙂

    • @edwright480
      @edwright480 Рік тому +12

      Grabbing the reins is like pulling the steering wheel in a car, when someone else is driving.

    • @frankiepaige7647
      @frankiepaige7647 6 місяців тому

      Hello John❤❤

  • @michelefritze3988
    @michelefritze3988 Рік тому +31

    It's weird that people go for the reins. I'm a rider and the last thing allowed is to lose control of your horse cos someone is hanging on. Many thanks John.

  • @patriciapirozzi9957
    @patriciapirozzi9957 Рік тому +75

    yesterday (8th) there were barriers between horses and tourists - it was wonderful! Wish there was a half marathon every day if that was the reason

  • @Doobeedoo499
    @Doobeedoo499 Рік тому +32

    Manners maketh man.Lovely gent with the polo mints......the other tourists,well what can one say!

  • @kathycarruthers5266
    @kathycarruthers5266 Рік тому +60

    This Two finger thing is driving me mad….Ah well as I have said before….Monkey See…Monkey Do

    • @ljannesister762
      @ljannesister762 7 місяців тому

      I'm sure as I can be ,its a sign that they have loads of cash,they are showing it off and thumbing their noses at the rest of we peasants 😮

    • @pattileonard5408
      @pattileonard5408 6 місяців тому

      It’s the bottom part of a heart. It means "love" or "I love you"

  • @sheilamorrell6329
    @sheilamorrell6329 Рік тому +35

    Just can't understand, the peace sign fingers!!? Just have a photo these pose's are hilarious!!!😂

    • @christinewhitfeld7939
      @christinewhitfeld7939 Рік тому +14

      Irritates the hell out of me! 😅

    • @sugakookie6303
      @sugakookie6303 Рік тому +7

      It’s just something East Asians do… what makes me laugh is the pointing at the horse, like “ this is a horse”…

    • @shirleyjuarez507
      @shirleyjuarez507 8 місяців тому

      They always cross there legs too. To pose. So stupid!!!

    • @shirleyjuarez507
      @shirleyjuarez507 8 місяців тому

      Just stand there and look stupid like they are

  • @margaretfrew6661
    @margaretfrew6661 Рік тому +22

    I live in Australia but to see these magnificent horses and the Guards would be an absolute treasure and the tourists that we see here ar obnoxious to say the least

  • @ruthgrosvenor4273
    @ruthgrosvenor4273 Рік тому +52

    The man with the mints has a Northumbrian accent.
    Very friendly and polite. ❤

    • @annefinlayson6021
      @annefinlayson6021 Рік тому +7

      It was lovely for the man and a nice treat for the horse. The Guard was very professional and responded positively to the man asking for permission to offer the horse a few mints. A special moment captured on video. ❤

  • @jordanRivers7237
    @jordanRivers7237 10 місяців тому +17

    I seen the documentary on these guards and what they go through is tough. Learning to stand for long periods of time RESPECT ❤❤❤they go through a lot. ❤❤❤much love from America 🇺🇸 ❤️

    • @Littleweed419
      @Littleweed419 6 місяців тому +1

      They don't have to stand there for long, it's an hour and then they change.

    • @BTJ10
      @BTJ10 5 місяців тому +1

      @@Littleweed419So, that doesn’t mean you can’t show some respect, Do better!!

  • @gaeazimmer9477
    @gaeazimmer9477 Рік тому +19

    The horses are just stunning! Those chocolate eyes. I have a mare 'Midnight' and an adopted donkey Earl.

  • @gaylemitchell1237
    @gaylemitchell1237 9 місяців тому +5

    As soldiers let us treat them with the utmost respect 🙏 🫡 👌 🙌 👏 ❤

  • @kdl28
    @kdl28 Рік тому +26

    Good morning from Texas, USA. You are right, there is a huge amount of tourists. I get nervous around that many people. And I am not even there. Have a great day. Love and respect from America.

  • @sued616
    @sued616 Рік тому +33

    Soldier did great job with making path clear for guards .

  • @susig5739
    @susig5739 10 місяців тому +4

    Me encanta el Guard Real,no es necesario gritar,para que no toquen las riendas!! Felicitaciones John,excelente video !!

  • @sued616
    @sued616 Рік тому +31

    Nice to see the older gentlemen ask the guard before giving horse mints ,nd saying thankyou ,horse enjoyed it

  • @MaryWalker-lt9ng
    @MaryWalker-lt9ng Рік тому +68

    Asking for permission is important. As the gentleman walked away he said 'thank you.' Nice interaction between man,horse and guard! One of the Guards had his right foot out of the stirrup. Rein grabbers are to be expected, they seemed to turn up in a bunch. Then usually when the reins are grabbed back, they look at the Guard, absolutely horrified they have been corrected. Rude! Long day.

    • @helenhallwood3580
      @helenhallwood3580 Рік тому +14

      To me they look horrified when told off because they think they can do exactly what they want to

    • @MaryWalker-lt9ng
      @MaryWalker-lt9ng Рік тому +13

      @@helenhallwood3580 That's the disgusting part. So entitled.

    • @stevekenilworth
      @stevekenilworth 10 місяців тому +1

      so many take image and walk straight off, not even nod head or thank you gesture, comes across a bit rude

  • @alisonnicholson
    @alisonnicholson Рік тому +21

    I'm amazed at the patience and prowess of both horse and the guards. They have the patience of saints. Much respect to all the guardsmen and women and their absolutely stunning horses

    • @ChristineNovell-g6w
      @ChristineNovell-g6w 9 місяців тому

      I just wish these people would give the trouper on foot guard the space they need when marching through, they are on duty it’s not a Comedy Show just for them . Very Disrespectful

  • @georgiepeach7894
    @georgiepeach7894 Рік тому +65

    Please, please, please…allow the guards to shout again at these ignorant tourists who disrespect the guards and these horses! These are adults who would only respond to a shouting!!!

    • @brigitteka4958
      @brigitteka4958 11 місяців тому

      Genau und das die immer wieder in die Zügel grabschen..... widerlich !!!

    • @christinalively8292
      @christinalively8292 11 місяців тому +2

      They do allow it.

  • @RobertPatterson-q9u
    @RobertPatterson-q9u Рік тому +32

    I have asked 4 times if i can give their horse a couple of polo mints. Given permission 3 times. I would never give anyones animal.....pet or work....anything without permission. That was jn the 60s when i was stationed near London.

    • @Spy.Duckie
      @Spy.Duckie Рік тому +4

      Thank you for your service!

  • @kathycarruthers5266
    @kathycarruthers5266 Рік тому +62

    People don’t see with their eyes anymore…they see life through their 📞 phones

    • @cathyguy9241
      @cathyguy9241 Рік тому +3

      Seen two pictures....one was Thanksgiving in 1978 with everyone sitting around a large table and everyone is talking to each other. Second picture is 2028....same type table and everyone has their face in their phones or tablets and no one is talking. But that was the real goal of cell phones, tablets etc to break family bonds 😢

  • @NancyCampbell-rk9rm
    @NancyCampbell-rk9rm Рік тому +61

    Tourists have always walked around in their own little bubbles unaware of anyone else around them. I went to England back in 1987 and when we went to Stonehenge, my sister was trying to take a picture of my mother and I, it took 10 minutes because people kept walking between us. This is back in the days of 35 mm cameras, don't know what they thought we were doing with one person with a big camera in front of her face and 2 people with their backs to Stonehenge. Tourists, peabrains all.

    • @Spy.Duckie
      @Spy.Duckie Рік тому +9

      Ohhh..to have a large pin for popping those bubbles! But I guess that's what the horses teeth are for.

    • @jeanrobinson705
      @jeanrobinson705 8 місяців тому +2

      On the other hand, the person with the camera, often several feet away from his subject, expects the whole world to come to a stop while he takes his photo! Why should they stop for you?

  • @thomasosburn833
    @thomasosburn833 Рік тому +49

    The 6 people that touched the reins should be the ones that a horse bites, in my opinion. Those are military horses just as the military has dogs. Would these same people be foolish enough to touch the leash on a military dog? Great video thanks.

    • @Spy.Duckie
      @Spy.Duckie Рік тому +12

      Right! I don't think anyone could've got close enough to touch the lead of my GSD, may she rest in peace. ❤

    • @helenhallwood3580
      @helenhallwood3580 Рік тому +10

      All ignorant

    • @kathellison8084
      @kathellison8084 Рік тому +7

      @@Spy.Duckie My GSD was a big softy who loved attention particularly from children , I always stressed they should ask first before touching any dog though an important lesson .

    • @Spy.Duckie
      @Spy.Duckie Рік тому +8

      @kathellison8084 they are such wonderful companions, and mine was also very large at 140 lbs or 63.503 kilos and was also my service dog. Mine was friendly in most instances but were someone to quickly approach me, she would become protective of my space. We lived in the country where I rehabilitated wildlife and she would sit outside with me while wild deer and turkey would graze and dirt bathe within a couple of feet from us but if a stray dog would come on the land, she'd chase them off. She was awesome at responding to hand signals but could be goofy as could be. When my mom was alive, one of my GSD's favorite activities was to chase a potato we'd toss down the tall hill we lived on. Oddly my hubby, mom and GSD passed within a 3 month period about 4 years ago. Please don't think I posted this for sympathy. I've had wonderful experiences shared with them though their memory will always tug at my heart.

    • @helenhallwood3580
      @helenhallwood3580 Рік тому +5

      Your gorgeous dog sounded lovely. Very large but gentle, unlike my first rescue dog, a JR who had been very badly treated. Apart from females she would have gone for the throat of any dog, man or child who approached her. Little person syndrome. Gone a long but never forgotten

  • @janiceellis5461
    @janiceellis5461 11 місяців тому +6

    Your videos are always a pleasure please keep them coming.

  • @louisedragonfeatures4941
    @louisedragonfeatures4941 11 місяців тому +7

    I think these soldiers are totally amazing, I hold so much respect for them and get so annoyed when the tourist think that what theses wonderful soldiers do is for them and not a privileged for them to see. They are disrespectful, rude and bad mannered and100% ignorant. Hats off to our brilliant soldiers and their beautiful horses

  • @lechatel
    @lechatel Рік тому +29

    Tourists seem to have the brains of sheep. i have noticed that if one person touches the reins...irrespective of if the guard admonishes them in some way...often the people after them do too. I also saw a woman overly fushing around a horses face...she left without incident, but the people who came after her somehow felt compelled to do the same thing. Until eventually the horse got annoyed and went to nip. Boundaries are important for sheep. You can't assume they will do anything but follow the behaviour of others.

    • @Spy.Duckie
      @Spy.Duckie Рік тому +8

      Wait...our sheep were smarter. lol

    • @dianekruger5977
      @dianekruger5977 Рік тому +1

      😂

    • @margaretha1967
      @margaretha1967 8 місяців тому

      Always compare People Who do what other People do to a herd of sheep.

    • @gemqueen1866
      @gemqueen1866 6 місяців тому +1

      Once one person does it, they all do it!

  • @periwinkle3448
    @periwinkle3448 Рік тому +30

    Why are people allowed within reach of the horses and guards? They could put a Do Not Cross line on the ground to keep people a meter/yard away.

    • @lindacooper936
      @lindacooper936 6 місяців тому

      It is very well needed.

    • @margaretdevries8090
      @margaretdevries8090 3 місяці тому

      They have pavers each side and they mark where not to stand but they do anyway!

  • @samic1051
    @samic1051 Рік тому +16

    PS I forgot to thank you for your wonderful commentary and video thank you and God bless❤

  • @lesleycooke6226
    @lesleycooke6226 Рік тому +22

    Being so observant that's what makes them great soldiers. Very handsome Guards ❤ morons holding the REINS again 🙄 honestly!!! Loved all 3 of your videos great work 👍Thank you for your service Godbless you all ❤️❤️🇬🇧🇬🇧

  • @sueellison4414
    @sueellison4414 Рік тому +12

    Put the barriers back!

  • @pamelashiflett5281
    @pamelashiflett5281 Рік тому +16

    I guess no matter where you go, rude people are everywhere.

  • @paulettebillinge
    @paulettebillinge Рік тому +16

    People are too busy posing to even give the horse a thought. Leave him alone, leave his mouth alone, give him his space.

  • @SounderMom31
    @SounderMom31 5 місяців тому +1

    19:23 permission asked + permission given = happy horse with fresh breath 🤭❤

  • @BTJ10
    @BTJ10 5 місяців тому +2

    Love your channel!! Great coverage w commentary! Thanks from USA..🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @lmae989
    @lmae989 Рік тому +14

    AND…. The guard needs to shout!

  • @twistedwhiskaz74
    @twistedwhiskaz74 Рік тому +14

    Definitely knows what a packet of polos are, sweet horse never took his eyes off them

  • @sallyhead4609
    @sallyhead4609 Рік тому +23

    Why do tourists have to pose when having a photo taken, also thumbs up, peace sign or pointing at horse and guard? Worse still is the apparent need to be touching the horse or grabbing at the reins!!! I haven’t seen anyone trying to touch the police horses when they ride through and these horses are no different….they are all working!

  • @carolstafford3963
    @carolstafford3963 7 місяців тому +4

    It was lovely to see the man asking for permission and the guard allowing him there is just no words for the clowns who disrespect the guard and horse by touching the reins what is there problem they would like people they work with going up and grabbing there stuff so have some respect

  •  9 місяців тому +4

    Tourists who come 2 London nowadays R
    so bloody rude!!! Y can’t they show more respect 2 the King’s Guards???

  • @6AlphaMikeCharlie9
    @6AlphaMikeCharlie9 10 місяців тому +4

    It's amazing how nearly all young Asian women do the ✌🏻 sign and a few Males 😂

  • @rayodell8213
    @rayodell8213 Рік тому +21

    Love the way the tourists keep having a quick look over their shoulders to see if the horse intends to bite or trample them to death 😮😅😂

  • @deanwebb1362
    @deanwebb1362 Рік тому +8

    I can't believe how people are so disrespectful. So shocked to see so many in such a short time.

  • @sherimcdaniel3491
    @sherimcdaniel3491 11 місяців тому +8

    The gentleman that asked permission to feed the horse was most likely ex military, based on his carriage and demeanor. And he was rewarded by a “yes.”
    Something I’ve noticed about those who come for photos. I would never have guessed that so many people, in this day and age, are unable to read. What a tragic situation!! I can only hope that, when they return home someone who can read will school them. Illiteracy is the only reason I can think of…..if they CAN read, and simply disregard the sign, that makes them just your run-of-the-mill rude and disrespectful tourists who clearly have no idea how to behave when visiting other countries and they should STAY HOME!
    ❤️🐈

    • @christinalively8292
      @christinalively8292 11 місяців тому +1

      A good majority of the tourists are not English speaking so the sign is useless in deterring non English speaking/reading folks. Too bad common sense doesn't kick in

  • @opheliagrove666
    @opheliagrove666 9 місяців тому +3

    The guards are very tolerant of all the stupidity

  • @paulettebillinge
    @paulettebillinge Рік тому +36

    Why do the oriental people run up to the horse and why do they think they have the right to grab the horse and lean on him?

    • @marilynhemming3429
      @marilynhemming3429 8 місяців тому +7

      And why oh why do they keep doing that tedious darn Peace sign..especially young females !!!

    • @marilynhemming3429
      @marilynhemming3429 8 місяців тому +2

      Thank you

    • @alisonscurr4395
      @alisonscurr4395 8 місяців тому +3

      They wouldn't dare do that in their own country with their military so why do they think it is okay to do it here. Beggers belief

    • @fugutamasuoable
      @fugutamasuoable 8 місяців тому +4

      I don’t think it’s specific to Oriental people though 🙄

    • @stephanieknowles7586
      @stephanieknowles7586 6 місяців тому +3

      You may want to know that your statement could be considered racist.

  • @cindykirk1678
    @cindykirk1678 Рік тому +17

    In what country or society is rudness and extreme selfishness allowed, encouraged or permitted.

  • @bobbipetty7411
    @bobbipetty7411 Рік тому +8

    I think they need to quit letting people walk up to the horse and guard to take pictures. Let them take a picture of the horse and guard behind a certain point. People are ridiculous.

  • @HUTZELMUTZEL
    @HUTZELMUTZEL 9 місяців тому +3

    very good commentar - well explaind - to do for every tourist what the behavior is - give the horse and the guard a "Möhre"carrot or with permisson of commanding officier a good cognac

  • @Kobisashi
    @Kobisashi 10 місяців тому +6

    People are so unaware that the guards are there doing a job, and animals are not safe, especially if they don't know you. This is not Disneyland! So disrespectful. I visited London with my camera but never took a picture of any working person without asking permission. When I asked a Beefeater at his post for permission to photograph him, he told me I was the first person to
    ever ask for permission! Sad.

  • @rodneyridgeway2220
    @rodneyridgeway2220 Рік тому +6

    i hope the king appreciates his guard

  • @karylmorgan7320
    @karylmorgan7320 Рік тому +3

    I love the majesty, discipline and wevprotect our king and country confidence.

  • @johndudley5761
    @johndudley5761 Рік тому +11

    Stop making a mockery of the guards put distance and 🚧 between the masses to keep them absolutely safe !

  • @shirleyanneyoung955
    @shirleyanneyoung955 Рік тому +7

    I saw someone a while ago ask for permission, which was granted, to feed the horse a carrot.

  • @Sheila-h1v
    @Sheila-h1v 7 місяців тому +1

    Cancelled lunch and a hair appointment because ov rain. So watching my favourite video Thank u John x

  • @tmcd1297
    @tmcd1297 Рік тому +5

    Enjoyed the commentary Thank you

    • @LondonCityWalks
      @LondonCityWalks  Рік тому +1

      My pleasure! Thank you for the kind comment. 🙏🏻

  • @samic1051
    @samic1051 Рік тому +34

    Nothing against the guards but I think they have to yell at the tourist who touch her grab the reins or touch or put their arms around the guards they have to yell that way a lot of people will be aware and if they aren't they will ask why did that guard shout I think more guards need to Yelp preferably my opinion is I like it when the guards yell because that is totally disrespectful. Thank you and a big hello from Canada❤

    • @kathycarruthers5266
      @kathycarruthers5266 Рік тому +5

      I agree with you..But they are not allowed to shout at the rude ignorant tourists anymore.🤬

    • @kathellison8084
      @kathellison8084 Рік тому +6

      @@kathycarruthers5266 They are when they deem it necessary .

    • @Spy.Duckie
      @Spy.Duckie Рік тому +6

      I miss the shouting too, but when I hear it, I'm sure to sit up in my chair like a proper old duck.

    • @f.haskins928
      @f.haskins928 Рік тому +1

      @@kathycarruthers5266 Why don’t they allow it anymore?

    • @marynoden
      @marynoden 8 місяців тому

      Why do the troopers give their horses a resounding slap when they dismount? Such good videos! I really enjoy your commentary John x

  • @pallasmarx7985
    @pallasmarx7985 Рік тому +23

    Saw the time they put gates around the front of the horses where the public could not get near the horses. You could see how relaxed the horses were . If not a permanent thing, then it should be. Too many nuts make horses skitched.

    • @christinewhitfeld7939
      @christinewhitfeld7939 Рік тому +5

      Totally agree

    • @gyalist
      @gyalist Рік тому +7

      In these videos you only see what happens between 11:00 and 4:00 pm. Horse Guards is on Whitehall which is the centre of British government and a major traffic artery to Trafalgar Square. The Prime Minister's office and residence is just down the road, and there are many other govt. departments on , or just off, Whitehall. It would be impracticable to close one side of the street to pedestrian traffic.

  • @janicekirby7070
    @janicekirby7070 Рік тому +6

    Is it really necessary to do the two finger sign when they have their picture taken?

  • @ferdinandgbarreiro7641
    @ferdinandgbarreiro7641 Рік тому +13

    The King's Guards are too tolerant of the tourists/terrorists and mild with their reactions/responses.

  • @lorraine3607
    @lorraine3607 11 місяців тому +2

    Miss you John..take care.you are wonderful kind man..❤

  • @christopherrussell2611
    @christopherrussell2611 4 місяці тому

    Well done our service people & horses. Sometimes our tourist friends do not understand the seriousness of military command, let’s not be too hard nor judgemental of them.
    Our King’s Guards (Servicemen & horses) do a sterling job, no wonder tourists flock to see them!
    Lovely work boys,
    JaneR

  • @janorth9986
    @janorth9986 Рік тому +8

    Love the commentary!!

  • @kathycarruthers5266
    @kathycarruthers5266 Рік тому +8

    So many Chinese with stupid V signs.🤬…Just seen a baby do one. ✌️I’ve noticed most of them don’t even look at the horse,and guard…The stupidity is off the scale✌️🤙

    • @pattileonard5408
      @pattileonard5408 6 місяців тому

      The v sign is the bottom part of a heart. It means "love" or "I love you"

    • @clintonfrazer9346
      @clintonfrazer9346 5 місяців тому

      I'm from the 60s and 70s

    • @clintonfrazer9346
      @clintonfrazer9346 5 місяців тому

      I'm from the 60s and 70s Vietnam what's going on the In USA that met ✌️ peace so when these people do it seems disrespectful

  • @hazeleyes6723
    @hazeleyes6723 Рік тому +7

    Makes me wonder why there isn't a sign, both sides of the King's Guard, so many people who have little respect..

    • @shirleyanneyoung955
      @shirleyanneyoung955 Рік тому +2

      It wouldn’t matter how many signs there were, not every foreigner can read English.

  • @voraciousreader3341
    @voraciousreader3341 Рік тому +7

    I cannot think of a touristy photo of me in front of really astoundingly beautiful monuments, buildings, or even resplendent Horse Guards and their fabulous horses would be *_AT ALL_* improved by my mere presence. How silly people believe their’s _DOES_ is beyond my comprehension! And this may mean nothing, but I’ve yet to see a toddler to 4-5 years old _never_ looks happy, so why do parents put them through it?? Oh! Yes!! I forgot! Personal vanity again rears it’s ugly head!

  • @anasanchez95
    @anasanchez95 Рік тому +12

    La gente no la acabo de entender. Las riendas de los caballos no se tocan, pues se puede desbocar el caballo y causar sin querer algún daño

  • @evelynford2097
    @evelynford2097 Рік тому +10

    Hi john loving these videos..❤..are you still doing lives on tik tok, i really like the interaction with others in the group and ur good self... Will always be able to watch these on youtube, especially after sleep from night shift, ❤.

    • @LondonCityWalks
      @LondonCityWalks  Рік тому +4

      LIVEs are occasional as opposed to frequent as the quality of these videos is far superior to those of a TikTok 'LIVE'.

  • @hollylee8719
    @hollylee8719 11 місяців тому +5

    I love your vids! I know I'll never get across the pond to see these awesome guards in person, so thank you. I'm utterly appalled at te ignorance, stupidity and gaul most of the tourists display towards both Guard and Horse when they deserve the deepest respect. Too bad they have to ruin the experience for others.

    • @brigitteka4958
      @brigitteka4958 11 місяців тому

      Ich teile Ihre Ausführungen.👍😊

  • @lindaetheridge14
    @lindaetheridge14 2 місяці тому

    I love love love those horses!❤❤❤❤

  • @janeplatt8254
    @janeplatt8254 6 місяців тому +1

    I used to give my horse polos everyday, he expected them❤

  • @kathleenloverso5654
    @kathleenloverso5654 Рік тому +11

    These tourists are so self-absorb with themselves they don’t bother to follow rules… they don’t seem to care the guards are on duty ! 🤦🏼‍♀️

  • @dottyebenton5352
    @dottyebenton5352 9 місяців тому +3

    There’s a douche bag in every crowd. In this crowd there’s several.

  • @lindachandler4750
    @lindachandler4750 Рік тому +10

    Unbelievable 😮

  • @genaritaviedman1355
    @genaritaviedman1355 Рік тому +3

    A los animales también hay que darles su espacio. Tantas personas acechandolos y sofocando los con tanta tocadera, se mantendrán estresados y de mal genio. Por eso muerden y se vuelven agresivos. Que trabajo tan duro el de esos jinetes. Felicitaciones.

  • @IsabelFairless
    @IsabelFairless Рік тому +9

    Reading the sign and following the information is another thing

    • @shirleyanneyoung955
      @shirleyanneyoung955 Рік тому

      Not all foreigners can read English.

    • @nukasnook1561
      @nukasnook1561 Рік тому +1

      But they should know no matter what language they speak that horses kick and bite sometimes and that taking the reins is taking the control away from the soldier. Seeing a sign with large print next to them should be a warning.

    • @shirleyanneyoung955
      @shirleyanneyoung955 Рік тому +2

      @@nukasnook1561 Not everyone knows something about horses. Some people have never seen a horse in real life. This may seem odd to you but not everyone has the same life experiences you have. People see the horses standing still while having their nose stroked, if they don’t know about horses they have no reason to think that’s not how they normally behave. Re the sign, it’s a black sign with gold writing, there’s nothing about it to indicate it’s giving a warning.

    • @nukasnook1561
      @nukasnook1561 Рік тому +1

      @shirleyanneyoung955 I know nothing about horses either, other than the obvious, i.e., they have teeth and are controlled by reins and the way the horse and the rider are reacting when frustrated. But I do know that if I went to a foreign country and let's choose North Korea for arguments sake ... and I saw a sign in Korean that was capitalized. I would find out what it said. But, you are right. Not everyone will think to do that ... but manners don't belong to just English speaking countries. They visit the palace to see the history and pomp and ceremony. I'd never interfere with it, and it's not even my country. Might I add, please, that people's general lack of knowledge about horses is precisely why there is a sign! If a tourist, out-of ignorance, willfully or through lack of English skills, gets hurt by getting too close, who is responsible? Not the palace. They have warned the public. Then, the poor guy on the horse will feel bad. Enuf said.

    • @shirleyanneyoung955
      @shirleyanneyoung955 Рік тому

      @@nukasnook1561 What’s obvious to you isn’t necessarily obvious to everyone though. Signs which give warnings should stand out, these signs do not stand out in any way.

  • @margaretdevries8090
    @margaretdevries8090 3 місяці тому

    Sign (that used to be for Victory, ) fur coat and sunglasses, how lovely !!

  • @vickiburacker4578
    @vickiburacker4578 Рік тому +9

    WHAT'S with the silly 2 finger salute for photos??!! Mostly Asian routine 🤷‍♀️

  • @jayjohnson8426
    @jayjohnson8426 Рік тому +1

    Watched your friends channel earlier as it popped in my timeliness and you had a quick cameo on it I only knew by your voice as you were talking to the camera as he past you its good to put a face to the voice I must admit I love the information you give on your channel and your humour is great

  • @Judy446
    @Judy446 Рік тому +10

    Why don’t they read the signs

  • @robelanger4242
    @robelanger4242 Рік тому +7

    Why do they not put pictograms, it is pretentious to think that every tourists can read english

  • @janorth9986
    @janorth9986 Рік тому +9

    Why does everyone think giving the peace sign is cool?

  • @michnygaard
    @michnygaard Рік тому +8

    Never ever understand how people Can grab the reins. Or even clap the horse. Perhaps people as tourists detatch the brain. Even a sign they most likely never see. Be polite and respectfull. Help people when you Can and - and keep your sticky fingers in the pockets.

  • @MaryValenta-w3k
    @MaryValenta-w3k 2 місяці тому

    Hi Mt London walks video man you were very quiet until now thank you for going back to normal👍😊👍 NZ.

  • @lindawallace3065
    @lindawallace3065 Рік тому +1

    Brilliant video!!🎼❤️🎼

  • @caroldocherty6810
    @caroldocherty6810 Рік тому +12

    Hi LCW I believe I saw Arnie the other day. Not sure who filmed the arrival of the young Captain who rode in from the front. But I am 99.9% sure his steed was our Arnie. He had the exact same markings black with just a splash of white on his rear left hoof. Seems Arnie got promoted to Captains horse.

    • @TonyaThompson2
      @TonyaThompson2 Рік тому

      YES ! Arnie was in a video I watched last night, and she is a beautiful lady for sure! The video was of her and Ormonde. If I can find it I'll send you the link if you like

  • @shirleystone4116
    @shirleystone4116 Рік тому +5

    Watch the horses ears. Ears go back flat on their head means leave them alone.

  • @ohwell1095
    @ohwell1095 Рік тому +2

    Maybe there should be a sign on Both Sides. Or maybe a picture showing a zero with a line through it over the reins. But then there'd have to be a picture on the soldier's boots, horse's nose, etc. It's easier to just stop allowing access to them at all.

  • @Bozemanboss
    @Bozemanboss 7 місяців тому +1

    Good video!

  • @robertjones3406
    @robertjones3406 Рік тому +7

    Why is it in todays World we do still have some many people of all ages that can not read a simply sign asking to please do not touch the Reins . God this makes me so mad and how the Guards tolerate this for the Horses sake i will never know. They are Guarding and Protecting what part if this dont we as humans understand. It is always such a very beautuiful display spoilt by so few for so many.

    • @shirleyanneyoung955
      @shirleyanneyoung955 Рік тому +2

      Have some common sense. Not all foreign tourists can read English.

    • @joquartobeans398
      @joquartobeans398 Рік тому +1

      @@shirleyanneyoung955Phones can be used to translate the posted warning.

  • @susannarducci3350
    @susannarducci3350 Рік тому +11

    Why do people take so long to take a picture? Ridiculous.

  • @jeancaldwell5391
    @jeancaldwell5391 Рік тому +11

    I wonder if it would be possible to put up signs with pictures of the rules, especially since there are many foreigners who may not read English? It would at least cut the excuses a person could use.

  • @lindacrochetandmore9470
    @lindacrochetandmore9470 7 місяців тому +2

    My son is active duty military in the marine ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @rosavereen8574
    @rosavereen8574 Рік тому +6

    Great videos. Enjoying from American, Thanks 👍