BEATLES TOUR in LIVERPOOL

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  • @MattWhitingsEurope
    @MattWhitingsEurope  3 роки тому +10

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    • @l.f.cliverpoolfilmclub4526
      @l.f.cliverpoolfilmclub4526 2 роки тому +1

      Yes subscribed. Would appreciate a recipricate Matt. I do stuff on Liverpool Arts and business.

    • @lynby6231
      @lynby6231 9 місяців тому +1

      You could’ve visited George Harrison’s home in Wavertree

  • @somersetshep2701
    @somersetshep2701 3 роки тому +40

    Peter Sutcliffe!!! Never new the Yorkshire ripper was part of the Beatles. I think you mean Stu Sutcliffe.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  3 роки тому +13

      Oh boy!! That’s a bit of a clanger! Thanks for pointing it out - yes I meant Stu. No relation of course.

    • @junplanas1403
      @junplanas1403 2 роки тому

      Stuart Sutcliffe.

    • @sonnyboyde5887
      @sonnyboyde5887 Рік тому +5

      You’ve got to laugh though haven’t you, everyone knows who he meant 🤣🤣🤣🤣 it’s a great video so let’s give him credit. My dads picture is on the wall in the cavern, he’s sitting with the Beatles with a bottle of Beer in his hand , he was the first photographer and publisher / owner of the weekly news rag called “ The Mersey Beat “

    • @patriciaulbrich5296
      @patriciaulbrich5296 9 місяців тому +2

      Stuart Suttcliffe not Peter......😅

    • @sylviadunn1622
      @sylviadunn1622 3 місяці тому +1

      😳😂😂😂😂😂

  • @razorramona9963
    @razorramona9963 Рік тому +5

    Paul McCartney recently signed that Penny Lane sign that's why it's been secured

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +2

      Thought as much. Sounds like a sensible decision to make sure it's properly secured to the wall. Thanks for the information.

  • @georgeallman4997
    @georgeallman4997 2 роки тому +7

    Wife and I visited Liverpool from June 24-27, 2022. Wish I had watched video prior. Great memories...

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому +2

      Hello George, thanks for watching. Hope you had a wonderful day in Liverpool, if you missed anything then at least you have an excuse to go back!

  • @MegaNeil1955
    @MegaNeil1955 Рік тому +2

    good job - well done!

  • @denislacombe4103
    @denislacombe4103 Рік тому +7

    Wow ! What a video ! Thank you very much indeed for sharing it with us! I am French i am 68 years old! I have been several times to England but unfortunately never to Liverpool !!! I'de like to! I love the Beatles! To me they are the most famous band all over the world!!! Thank you once again for this awsome video!!! It's worthy!!! Stay safe! God Bless! A French Man...

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +3

      Hey Denis, thanks for your very kind comment - really pleased to hear you enjoyed the video! Hoping you can make it to Liverpool on your next trip to the UK!! All the best.

    • @denislacombe4103
      @denislacombe4103 Рік тому +2

      @@MattWhitingsEurope Thank you Matt !!!

    • @mrmikeh-nv7cq
      @mrmikeh-nv7cq 2 місяці тому +2

      I live in Liverpool and I've shown my French girlfriend all around The Beatles areas. Her mother loves The Beatles too. 🇬🇧❤️🎵🇫🇷✔️🎹🎼👍🎸🌞🍁🍂

  • @JayFal68
    @JayFal68 Рік тому +5

    Nice to see videos of my home city and I like to see what other people think of it

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for watching, Jayne. Liverpool was amazing and the Beatles history was the icing on the cake. Thanks for watching!

  • @elliottg.1954
    @elliottg.1954 2 роки тому +7

    Thanks for the video. The Cavern club closed in March 1973 after British Rail made a compulsory purchase of the warehouses. The basement which housed the Cavern Club (an old bomb shelter) was marked to be a ventilation shaft for the new Merseyrail underground railway . It was never built and the site became a car park. I think you will find that the original Strawberry Fields gates were taken into storage over ten years ago, and replaced with replicas. Nice to see all the sites anyway 👍

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому

      Thanks for the information, Elliott. Very interesting to read! Much appreciated.

    • @liuzhou
      @liuzhou 5 днів тому +1

      As he says in the video.

  • @BruceJones-i9z
    @BruceJones-i9z Рік тому +3

    I really liked this video. I’m an American and in the late 1970s I discovered the Beatles. I kept hearing their songs on the radio and thought they were great songs…my brother was a big Stones fan during the 60s so he downplayed the Beatles. Anyway I hope one day to get over there and check out the Beatles sites!

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +2

      That's great, I'm a big fan too. I actually started listening to their music aged 10 - it's a long story. All my friends thought I was weird haha, not so much now. Hope you make it over here to Liverpool, it's a fantastic place to visit especially if you're a fan of the Fab Four. Thanks for watching.

  • @SnowWhite-ox3um
    @SnowWhite-ox3um Рік тому +3

    So Liverpool is all about the Beatles as it should be! I would love to go there one day.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +2

      There's lots to see but the Beatles are a big part of the city's history. Hope you make it there some day!

    • @lynby6231
      @lynby6231 9 місяців тому +1

      I don’t know if you are aware but Liverpool was founded in 1207ad and granted city status in 1880, during ww2 it was headquarters of western approaches and credited with being responsible for winning the battle of the Atlantic which was critical to Britain’s survival. All this before the Beatles, however they were responsible for putting our city on the global map

    • @ahtepacholiztli
      @ahtepacholiztli 7 місяців тому

      And Anfield

  • @GeneralHensaleey
    @GeneralHensaleey 20 днів тому +2

    Strawberry field

  • @svetlanaradosavljevic2328
    @svetlanaradosavljevic2328 2 роки тому +3

    the best of all time the Beatles

  • @MrsLynB
    @MrsLynB Рік тому +2

    That I’m the photo & in the video is not the barber shop hun. It’s further up opposite the old bus stop. Paul was there a year or so ago with James Cordon. There was a few errors but in the whole good video x

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for the information regarding the Barbers shop, I'll keep that in mind if I visit again. Will see if I can catch the James Cordon episode on YT! Thanks for watching!

  • @Nyck461
    @Nyck461 2 роки тому +12

    Great video. It is very impressive how the Beatles made so much history making Liverpool so famous.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it! Yes they were certainly one of a kind. Very satisfying to visit some of the places I'd heard them singing about in their songs.

  • @WS-1
    @WS-1 9 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for posting . Great enthusiasm shown in exploring just some of what are many old Beatles haunts in the City and suburbs of Liverpool. For those who make the effort ,it is certainly a very rewarding experience .

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  9 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching! Totally agree, Liverpool is a fascinating city and well worth a visit!

  • @rossi6113
    @rossi6113 Рік тому +4

    Glad you enjoyed yourself. There is so much more around that area if you ever go back Johns primary school is just off Penny Lane and his Grammar school Quarry Bank is also nearby. His mum Julia was knocked down and killed by a car on Menlove Avenue and she is buried in nearby Allerton Cemetery. Brian Epsteins house is a few minutes drive away too. Queens Freddie Mercury once lived in Dovedale Towers which you would have passed on Penny Lane. Thank for the video.👍

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +2

      Thank you Rossi, some wonderful information right there. So many historical places in such a small area, many of which I was unaware of. Thanks for the information, very interesting to read!

    • @rossi6113
      @rossi6113 Рік тому +1

      @@MattWhitingsEurope A pleasure Matt. I am a Beatles nut and used to live in the area so it was a treasure trove for me. All the best pal.

  • @camillalatini3649
    @camillalatini3649 Рік тому +2

    Hello can you help me to make a Beatles tour app?
    Are you a Beatles fun?
    How old are you?
    Would you go to Liverpool to make the Beatles tour?
    If yes, would you prefer a day tour including a some historical places or a night tour (like a pub crawl). The tour, it’s always about the Beatles.
    What would make you choose our app over other options (like a bus tour or a tour with a guide in person)?
    What would be appealing for you to see in the app?
    Any ideas on how to make the app more interactive with the Beatles fans?

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +1

      Hello there, I don't really have the time to help make a Beatles tour app at the moment, I doubt I have enough knowledge of the subject either. Thanks for the invitation though, good luck with your project.

  • @arturoalcala724
    @arturoalcala724 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks thanks thanks- greetings from Chicago Illinois ✌🏼✌🏼

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching! Hope all is well in the United States. 👍

  • @prof.emanuelpaiva
    @prof.emanuelpaiva Місяць тому +1

    Awesome video. It made me cry. Thanks a lot ❤

  • @sirgalahad1470
    @sirgalahad1470 Рік тому +2

    This was a wonderful video. Thanks for sharing.

  • @TammyElder-hy9we
    @TammyElder-hy9we 4 місяці тому +2

    We’re just about to go see the Beatles site in Liverpool and came across you video. Awesome

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  4 місяці тому

      Hope you had a wonderful time, there's so many incredible places to visit in those parts. Hope my video helped!

  • @jamestowell2499
    @jamestowell2499 Рік тому +2

    Most interesting. Thank you.

  • @WITYTRAVELS
    @WITYTRAVELS 3 роки тому +6

    Love all of the Beatles History. Did not know there was an Eleanor Rigby statue. Original Penny Lane sign is a great find! Wow, even the childhood homes. What a historic church grounds! Great job with this one Matt!

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  3 роки тому +2

      Thank you, much appreciated. Love the Beatles so this one was a real pleasure to make!

    • @TheACCars
      @TheACCars 2 роки тому

      Thanks Mike Love

    • @ORDEROFTHEKNIGHTSTEMPLAR13
      @ORDEROFTHEKNIGHTSTEMPLAR13 2 роки тому

      There used to be plastic PENNY LANE SIGNS but BEATLES FANS kept ripping them off for souvenirs but now they are painted on the wall..😁🤞🎸🎼

  • @celsofukuhara1794
    @celsofukuhara1794 Рік тому +1

    In the cemetery scene, a beautiful instrumental version of You're always on my mind

  • @rinaldo8754
    @rinaldo8754 2 роки тому +4

    As a beatle fan I want to say: thank you for making this video! I enjoyed it and learned a couple of things I didn't know :)

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching the video, Ri. Glad you enjoyed it and were able to learn a thing or two! 😃

  • @aungphyo241
    @aungphyo241 2 роки тому +8

    I've never been to England but I will be there one-day. As huge fan of Beatles and Queens, these guys influence me a lot. Thank you very much for your excellent introduction, explanation of Beatles history and historical locations. Keep it up.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому

      Thanks for your kind words, Aung. I listened to a lot of the Beatles music when growing up so I found the whole experience fascinating. I appreciate you watching!

    • @paulgallacher5384
      @paulgallacher5384 2 роки тому +3

      Fun fact. On Penny Lane there is a pub called Dovedale Towers. It used to be a hotel in the 60's and Freddy Mercury stayed there for 6 months when he was in a Liverpool band before Queen.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому +2

      @@paulgallacher5384 Very interesting, I had no idea! Thanks for sharing that with us, Paul.

    • @lemonj5658
      @lemonj5658 Рік тому

      @@paulgallacher5384 I never knew that either. Thanks for that info.

    • @MrsLynB
      @MrsLynB Рік тому +1

      Also dovedale School around the corner from dovedale Towers. A number of famous people attended this school including John Lennon. Yoko Ono had over the years donated large sums of money to the school. Both my children attended the school. Benefited from those donations. We did live off Penny Lane but we moved a couple of times. We now live just around the corner from where John Lennon lived when he was born till about 3 yrs old I think with his Mum. Newcastle Road. His Mum Julia worked at the shops at the bottom of my road on Woolton road. She worked in a cafe. Different shop now. X.

  • @ploppill34
    @ploppill34 8 місяців тому +2

    I honestly thought about flying over from America to visit Liverpool so I could see all these Beatles sites but after watching This video and seeing what a tourist trap it is I'll pass

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  8 місяців тому +2

      Still worth doing I think, you can find plenty off the beaten track such as the church where John and Paul met that I showed at the end!

  • @maryharvey724
    @maryharvey724 Рік тому +3

    Thank you for a well researched and nicely shot and narrated film.
    Liverpool is so interesting to we Americans. Many immigrants sailed from Liverpool to New York. Albert docks is fascinating and the Beatles Bus Tour was so much fun. Thank you for an enjoyable look.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +1

      Hi Mary, thanks for your comment - very kind of you. I'm really pleased to hear that you enjoyed the video, I certainly enjoyed the few days I spent in the city. All the best!

  • @paint1955
    @paint1955 Рік тому +3

    Liverpool is high on my Bucket List

  • @marcintime
    @marcintime 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks for a fabulous, hugely enjoyable video tour!

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it! Really enjoyed my day!

  • @mariagraziaarchilletti1144
    @mariagraziaarchilletti1144 Місяць тому +1

    The BEATLES in my in life.❤

  • @Patrick-fj4vz
    @Patrick-fj4vz Рік тому +2

    Great post! I'm glad you mentioned that it's not the original Cavern Club. A lot of people don't know.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Patrick, I often wonder how anyone thought filling the original one in was a good idea! Glad you enjoyed the video, thanks for watching.

  • @GwenWilliams-z6w
    @GwenWilliams-z6w Місяць тому +1

    I’m seeing Springsteen next year in anfield and had an idea of doing a Beatles tour I will definitely check it out now

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Місяць тому +1

      That's great, I'd definitely recommend it! Springsteen is amazing, hope you have a wonderful time!

  • @susanjones5322
    @susanjones5322 Рік тому +2

    I love The Beatles. I love this!! Thank you so much.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +1

      Me too! Thanks for watching, Susan. Glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @johnquinn7068
    @johnquinn7068 Рік тому +1

    Very interesting, i knew Paul and George as we lived in Speke during the 1950s, and one of our favourite spots was the Speke Oglet shore at the bottom of Dungeon Lane, we used to walk along the shore to Hale Lighthouse, and back,

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому

      Thanks for the information, I didn't know there was a lighthouse down that way - sounds like a lovely walk.

    • @johnquinn7068
      @johnquinn7068 Рік тому +1

      @@MattWhitingsEurope Yes it is still there and one can see the Welsh hills across the River Mersey, Paul also lived at 72 Western Ave in Speke untill his mother Mary changed her job and the family had to leave and the city council's housing dept gave them a house at 12 Ardwick Rd also in Speke, Mike Mc cartney would also be there with his camera.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +1

      Sounds amazing, it's a really underrated part of England if you ask me. Interesting to know a little of the history there - thanks for that. I wonder if Mike every published those photographs?

    • @johnquinn7068
      @johnquinn7068 Рік тому +1

      @@MattWhitingsEurope Only photo i have taken by Mike is of George on Dungeon Lane, have not seen his photo book so i wouldn't know.try googling his photo book and see if there are more photos of Dungeon Lane and the dhore.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому

      Interesting, will do. Thanks!

  • @afsanaparvez6112
    @afsanaparvez6112 2 роки тому +3

    Your video is by far the best beatles tour vid I have seen you have a fantastic introduction summing up the video and give great insight in your entire tour

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому

      Wow, thanks! I really appreciate you saying. Love the Beatles so it was a privilege to see where they spent their younger years and to document it in this video.

  • @mariamm9460
    @mariamm9460 4 місяці тому +1

    The Beatles for ever ❤🎸🎸🎸🎸the first time I hear their history from you Matt, my favourite band and i was playing guitar myself, sang karaoke always the Beatles song Yesterday ..and some other,,what a great found your videos are Matt ❤wow , never seen before those signs and gate Strowberry field ..amazing 😍 John Lennon house..very good tour Matt thank you ❤what an amazing meeting with John Lennon and Paul McCartney ❤🙏

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  4 місяці тому

      Thank you, yes as a Beatles fan it was a fascinating day to be walking around those places. Glad to hear you indulge in a little karaoke from time to time, Yesterday is a wonderful song. So simple but pure genius. Glad you enjoyed my day!

    • @mariamm9460
      @mariamm9460 4 місяці тому +1

      @@MattWhitingsEurope you are more than Welcome Matt🤗 I really enjoy your videos and looks you like the same kind of music and some other things also as me,,that make me so glad..After my marriage decades ago, I went to sing karaoke and yesterday song was suitable to my emotional situation,,people Loved my singing, sad I haven't gone for a long time any karaoke ,,I was singing also some Italian song in italian language without music ,,my past was funny and happy,,want again 😄🤗❤

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  4 місяці тому

      Well I'm sure you'll return to good and happy times before you know it! Remember, you are in control.

    • @mariamm9460
      @mariamm9460 4 місяці тому +1

      @@MattWhitingsEurope thank you saying that Matt, I have had too much on my shoulders earlier, now nothing big things, will make some traveling hopefully soon..you are kind and inspire me to grow my selfconfidance..thanks more than words can say ❤🤗

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  4 місяці тому

      You're welcome!

  • @terryhorne2582
    @terryhorne2582 Рік тому +1

    Hi from Liverpool, I was working in the Casbah a couple of years ago, the place where it all began for the lads, it's been converted to a hotel, but the old Casbah is still up & running, heard some great stories about the lads from Pete Bests brother " Rogue" one was how Paul, John & George got given the basement to do up as place where their teenage mates could meet up & do their own thing ( later to become the Casbah) John got caught scratching his name on the wall with his penknife by Mona ( Petes mam) she gave him a smack across the head, it's still on the wall & so is his scratched name above the small stage where they played, with the words " I'm back also, that was returning from Hamburg, they got told off for painting the ceiling green, so they painted it black with silver stars ( still there) apparently George painted the part above the stage with a different colour because they ran out of black. Its like stepping back in time as you go in.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому

      Thanks for the information, Terry! Fascinating to read your comment, I had not heard of the Casbah before so I'm going to do a bit of reading up on it. Sounds like a very historical place, glad to hear it has been preserved! Thanks again.

    • @terryhorne2582
      @terryhorne2582 Рік тому

      No problem Matt, I'm 67 now & retired, but I was brought up listening to the Beatles because my older sister " Jessie " used to go & watch them in the Cavern & she had a vanity case record player on which their records were played, we lived right by the Institute college where John & Paul went to, also the bottom of our street was " Rice street " where the pub " Ye old Crack" is & the lads had a few pints. Talking of pints, another story from Rouge was, his mam had a big dog named Satan & every day they put their scraps of food in a big pan for him to have next day, so one night John, Paul & George ( no Ringo on the scene yet) went out on the ale in that area of West Derby & on returning to Petes House they were very hungry & warmed this pan of what they thought was stew up to eat, next morning Mona entered the room where they were all just waking up, seen all the plates lying around & asked what all the mess was? They said sorry Mona, we were so hungry we ate all that lovely stew you left, when she told them who it was for, their faces dropped & they ran for the toilet. You should visit the Casbah, Rouge does a tour there & you will hear stories that are new to a lot of Beatles fans, he was actually born in that house while the lads sat on the stairs smoking. Happy days eh.

  • @ceedoubleyou
    @ceedoubleyou 2 роки тому +1

    we did the Liverpool pilgrimige in 2016, fully recommend the guided taxi tour, surprised how much Mathew St has changed in just 6yrs.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому

      Sounds great. Amazing to hear that Mathew Street has changed so much, it's funny but I've wanting to go there for about 20 years - should have gone earlier I guess. Thanks for checking out the video!

  • @victoriafernandez6577
    @victoriafernandez6577 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much for this video..taking my adult sons there next week...can't wait..coming from Toronto

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому +1

      You're very welcome, Victoria. Hope it proves useful. Thanks for watching, love Canada by the way! 👍

  • @ENGLISHISBEST
    @ENGLISHISBEST 2 роки тому +1

    I went there a while back while visiting the wife's family, we had a great time touring. I took photos of Liverpool & the beatles museum who asked me online if they could use them in their brochures. The cavern then was quite a depth & hot. But overall I found the people friendly & helpful.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching, Dave. Sounds like you had a great time in Liverpool and you got to see plenty of sights related to the Fab Four!

  • @VinnyPereira
    @VinnyPereira 8 місяців тому +1

    You missed the grave of John's uncle George ‘Too Good’ Smith. Mimi's husband. It's in St Peter's too

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  8 місяців тому +1

      That's a shame, thanks for the heads up. I'll get it next time!

  • @WhenAdventureKnox
    @WhenAdventureKnox 3 роки тому +6

    I bet someone somewhere is really kicking themselves for filling in the old Cavern Club's basement! Sefton Park really was stunning from the shots you showed us. I really enjoyed listening to their history as you were in the park and as the video continued on after. I know their songs, but not much more about them! I think this video was truly fantastic, definitely one of my favourites of yours. I feel like I know so much more about a band I probably should have already known more about! 🤣 Thank you!!

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  3 роки тому

      Yes whoever made that decision surely regrets it these days - was quite a controversial thing to do even back then. It's a shame as I would have loved to visit the actual stage where they once played! Glad you like the video, I knew I had to do a Beatles related video whilst I was in the city - just couldn't resist. As I travelled around I realised that I could easily make a part two some day as there's so much to see and talk about!

    • @rossi6113
      @rossi6113 Рік тому +1

      There is still a lot of anger in some quarters about the original Cavern being destroyed. A disgraceful act of vandalism (and corruption)

  • @mikeysaint4368
    @mikeysaint4368 2 роки тому +1

    Two days ago, the doors to the "faux Cavern" were wide open at about 10am, and it was all lit up, so I took a wander down the steps to have a look. Some miserable sod in cargo shorts came up and rudely barked "We're closed!" There was no sign saying it was closed. Crappy customer relations. On the plus side, the taxis doing Beatles tours are brilliant. We had a guy called John. Great bloke. Yesterday, we also had guided tours inside John's and Paul's houses (Mendips and Forthlin Road), which were very good. Mathew Street, though, is a bit too touristy, and Cargo Shorts Man was a ****.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому +1

      Kinda their own fault for leaving the doors open to a popular tourist attraction, there's no need to be rude in that situation. I bet the house tours were great? When I was stood outside Paul's house taking some photos a tour group left and the lady said that there might be some availability the next day, sadly I was heading up to Blackpool in the evening so I couldn't make it but I would have loved to take a loom around inside. I understand there's a strict 'no video' rule, is that right?

    • @mikeysaint4368
      @mikeysaint4368 2 роки тому +1

      @@MattWhitingsEurope Unfortunately, you're right. To get indoor video you have to watch the Paul McCartney Carpool Karaoke. I was hoping for a booklet or postcards containing photos of the insides (even for a few quid) but there weren't any available. Screengrabs from the Carpool Karaoke seem to be the best you can get. Probably best not to post them online though!

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому +1

      It would have a been a great experience but probably not the best of video ideas for my channel. 😂

  • @JanBanJoovi-ol1qv
    @JanBanJoovi-ol1qv Рік тому +1

    Thanks man! I’m going to Liverpool tomorrow and you gave me the key spots linked to Beatles.

  • @Skin-ve2tt
    @Skin-ve2tt 2 роки тому +2

    6:55 - Never realised that the Yorkshire Ripper played for The Beatles! - I'm sure his name was Stuart! 🤣🤣

  • @welltravelledlife
    @welltravelledlife Рік тому +2

    We''re so excited to find your channel (we've subscribed). Heading to Liverpool in August and to the UK for August and September, so we're excited for your tips.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +1

      Thanks very much, I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Hope you have a wonderful time when you visit later on this year. Thanks for subscriving, I see you've got a channel so will take a look over the next few days. Happy travels!

  • @gundersonflooringanddesign4064
    @gundersonflooringanddesign4064 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for doing such a great video!

  • @holoarcade
    @holoarcade 8 місяців тому +1

    Super video, really liked it being so concise but yet very informative. Thanks!

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  8 місяців тому

      Glad it was helpful! I appreciate you watching. 👍

  • @robertbell9935
    @robertbell9935 2 роки тому +1

    The Penny Lane road sign behind the perspex screen. One thing you didn't seem to realise is that this sign was autographed by Paul McCartney during his Carpool Karaoke TV programme with James Corden and that is why a protective screen has been put across it.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому

      Hello Robert, thanks for bringing this to my attention - I didn't know that. I will have to watch the clip on UA-cam!! Thanks for the information. 👍

    • @robertbell9935
      @robertbell9935 2 роки тому +1

      @@MattWhitingsEurope Hi Matt you probably won't be able to see it just by looking at the video. It's fairly buried amongst the scribblings of others. But if you're actually looking at the sign, you would be able to spot it. Check out the Carpool Karaoke episode on youtube and you'll see Paul actually writing it.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому

      Thanks Robert, will do.

  • @lifeonthemargins
    @lifeonthemargins Рік тому +1

    Thanks a lot for the great informative video- As l am returning to Liverpool this summer after 15 years, l‘ll have to study your other works in detail. Thank you again and have a great day!

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +1

      Thanks very much, glad you enjoyed the video! Best of luck for your trip this summer, I bet the place has changed a bit in 15 years - have a good one!!

  • @andrewrobinson2565
    @andrewrobinson2565 Рік тому

    The Beatles Museum on Mathew Street is run by Roag Best, Pete Best's younger brother. St. Peter's church hall was on the opposite side of the road 🎉.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for the information, always good to learn a bit more!! 👍😃

  • @grbbbc
    @grbbbc Рік тому +2

    Visiting in June can’t wait.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +1

      I hope you have a wonderful trip! Enjoy.

    • @grbbbc
      @grbbbc Рік тому +1

      @@MattWhitingsEurope Thank you Matt, great video very enjoyable.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +2

      Thank you for saying, comments like this make my day! 😁. Enjoy your visit!

  • @LuningningPedrosa-t6e
    @LuningningPedrosa-t6e Місяць тому

    Wow..amazing even though i have no money to spent for the tour....you make me ive been there for the furst time ... thanks a lot

  • @bad.wolf.4
    @bad.wolf.4 2 роки тому +2

    absolutely fantastic video, ill visit myself someday

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you! Good luck in making it to the city, it's a wonderful place (especially if you like the Beatles!). Have a great day!

  • @tonifoster1835
    @tonifoster1835 5 місяців тому +1

    Was there 2 weeks ago, loved it

  • @andrewrobinson2565
    @andrewrobinson2565 Рік тому

    John and Paul used to walk across Sefton Park when they went to each other's houses.🎉 Visited both on a National Trust tour. Recommended 👍👍. Fab and gear. +1

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому

      Thank you! Next time I’m going to try and get a tour of those houses - I bet they’re fascinating places to visit!

  • @peterhenry7531
    @peterhenry7531 Рік тому +1

    Well done Matt … good detail … great memories too … good luck … 👏🔆👏

  • @JayFal68
    @JayFal68 Рік тому +1

    The John Lennon statue in Mathew Street had a different head years ago, it was like his Rock N Roll album cover and it was stood on a set of stairs further down the street too. Theres photos of it online still. Only my friend Lynn and I ever noticed that his body and head don't match anymore 😂

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому

      Ha that's an interesting snippet of information, I wonder how many other people have noticed it? I wonder what the story behind it is?

  • @jjslifeineurope1132
    @jjslifeineurope1132 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for Sharing a wonderful Video..stay safe and Healthy..god bless you

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks very much, love the Beatles so this was a lot of fun to make! Thanks for watching.

  • @ORDEROFTHEKNIGHTSTEMPLAR13
    @ORDEROFTHEKNIGHTSTEMPLAR13 2 роки тому +2

    They've just unveiled a BRIAN EPSTEIN STATUE in LIVERPOOL and the crowd there are singing BEATLE SONGS it's on UA-cam so have a look 😁🤞🎸🎼

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому

      Sounds good, maybe something to include in the follow up if I ever do one! Where exactly is it?

  • @hricman
    @hricman Рік тому +1

    Thank you for so magnificent video

  • @paulgallacher5384
    @paulgallacher5384 2 роки тому +2

    Just where you were standing when talking about Paul and John meeting at the church fete there was a bench. Just to the left of it as facing it is the grave of John's uncle (Mimi's husband) George Smith.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому

      That's interesting, thanks for letting me know. Lots of history there for sure.

    • @paulgallacher5384
      @paulgallacher5384 2 роки тому +2

      @@MattWhitingsEurope Yeah, Liverpools manager who won 3 European cups is buried there too. Bob Paisley.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому +1

      Yes I actually saw that whilst I was there but unfortunately it didn't make it into the video. Really interesting place. I guess he's a bit of a legend in Liverpool too?

    • @paulgallacher5384
      @paulgallacher5384 2 роки тому +1

      Just a bit lol

  • @tracyjacobs7862
    @tracyjacobs7862 Рік тому +1

    Excellent and to the point, unlike some tour guides who waffle about any old rubbish 😆

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому

      Thanks Tracy, appreciate your feedback. I do try and keep on point!

  • @stormhawk3319
    @stormhawk3319 2 роки тому +1

    Four cities altogether made The Beatles:
    Their home city of Liverpool of course
    Hamburg where they truly became The Beatles
    London where all their musical potential was allowed to happen
    New York for being their main platform in conquering America.

  • @santiagodelcastillo4452
    @santiagodelcastillo4452 3 роки тому +2

    Excellent video! I’m so excited because I want to make the same tour as you during February😄

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks Santiago, I’m glad you like the video. I hope you have a wonderful time when you get to visit in February. Make sure you take your warm cloths - it will be really cold that time of year. If you need any more information about the video just let me know. All the best!

    • @santiagodelcastillo4452
      @santiagodelcastillo4452 3 роки тому +1

      @@MattWhitingsEurope Wow i didn’t knew about the cold weather, thank you! Like that I’ll be ready and I have other question, from the Cavern Club to Strawberry fields, penny lane and all those places, do you went by uber, taxi or public transport??😁

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  3 роки тому +1

      Sounds like you’re going to have a great trip! Well the Cavern Club is in the centre of the city, as are the Beatles statues. I was staying in the city centre so both were walkable. The last they bits I drove to since I had my own car but you can get to all using public transport, however it may take you a bit longer. Uber and taxis would do the trick but be considerably more expensive. Hope that helps.

  • @Supeeersonic
    @Supeeersonic Рік тому +1

    I like This video ❤ The Beatles Never Die !✔️

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому

      Thank you, the work 'legendary' is overused these days but the Beatles are worthy of the word. Thanks for watching!

  • @lustforlife358
    @lustforlife358 Рік тому +1

    Super well presented video Matt, Subscribed.

  • @steveflavell6068
    @steveflavell6068 11 місяців тому +1

    Great video..

  • @reneestewart9425
    @reneestewart9425 Рік тому +2

    Oh my goodness I have no idea where you heard that John and Paul got together and wrote and came up with the concept Sergeant peppers lonely hearts club band. Paul was flying back with Mal. He shared the idea of coming up with them being different characters. Mel said something and Paul thought it was Pepper and that collect and became Sergeant peppers. Paul had to persuade John and George to get into this idea. And this isn’t just hearsay. You can hear it in the band mates on words on UA-cam. So this is so bizarre did they tell you there that that’s what that merry-go-round wants. Also please ignore errors I do not type. Many of you that use the mic understand what I mean. But I have visual issues so it’s real hard to go back over and edit. But generally people can figure it out lol

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +1

      Fascinating story about the name 'Sgt Pepper' and how it came from a misunderstanding about salt and pepper. Always interesting to hear about these snippets of information!

  • @eduardoolivera988
    @eduardoolivera988 2 роки тому +1

    Hola Matt!! Me encanto tu video y la historia de los 4 genios, tuve la suerte de visitar Liverpool en 2011 y hacer un tour con un taxi por 4 horas y recorrer todo con Phill Gerard como guía, una experiencia única te cuento que yo compraba los discos en tiempo real, imagínate la sorpresa!!! Te mando un abrazo desde Argentina!!!! VIVA THE BEATLES!!!!!

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому

      Gracias por ver el video, Eduardo. Me alegro de haber podido traer algunos buenos recuerdos de su viaje en 2011; sin duda, es una experiencia maravillosa ver todos estos lugares famosos y lugares importantes sobre los que los Beatles escribieron en sus canciones. Gracias por ver, te mando saludos desde Argentina!!

    • @brunoprovenzano4917
      @brunoprovenzano4917 Рік тому

      Hola Eduarado, buenos dias. Te molesto porque estoy proximo a ir a Liverpool en el mes de Octubre y el dato del Taxi me encanto porque voy con mis padres. Tenes algun contacto que puedas facilitarme ? Desde ya gracias y disculpa las molestias

  • @curtisholmes9988
    @curtisholmes9988 Рік тому +1

    You should’ve showed Paul’s signature on the penny land sign

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +1

      Hi Curtis, to be honest I didn't realise it was there until a few people commented on the videos and told me! Pretty cool!

  • @beautifulstranger5628
    @beautifulstranger5628 7 місяців тому +1

    What a great video, heading to Liverpool this August and definitely going to have the Beatles tour.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  7 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it! Have fun!!

  • @crumblefest
    @crumblefest Рік тому +1

    Good Show Old Bean...Bag Boy...

  • @JeffKain
    @JeffKain 2 роки тому +1

    I appreciate your video, dedication, and knowledge. Time and space are intriguing. It interests me more when the videographer does comparison shots of 'then and now' locations rather than general area location shoots. Seeing where John and Paul actually performed at the Village Fete would've been outstanding. Still, lovely and enjoyable. Best!

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching Jeff, I like the 'then and now' photos too but they do throw up some copyright issues. Most of those old photos will have some kind of copyright restriction but you do raise an interesting point - I will keep it in mind for the future. Appreciate your feedback 👍

    • @JeffKain
      @JeffKain 2 роки тому +1

      @@MattWhitingsEurope Matt, it was late here in the States when I watched your thoughtful and enjoyable video. I was on my way out (in dreamland), half-dozing. Regardless, it takes a lot of time, skill, expense, and commitment to schlep around filming, editing, post-production, and producing. Not everything is possible and, as you well explain, we are limited and do our best not to infringe. That said, you excelled on every level. Your film was splendid! I will watch again and subscribe. Stay warm and safe. Best, Jeff

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому

      Thanks Jeff, much appreciated.

  • @fleurslater5773
    @fleurslater5773 2 роки тому +1

    Big fan of your work Matt.

  • @paulgallacher5384
    @paulgallacher5384 2 роки тому +2

    I live within viewing distance of Paul's home. I probably saw you doing your video lol

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому

      Ha yes you probably did! How busy does it get with tourists? I would imagine it's been fairly quiet the last few years with the pandemic and all?

    • @paulgallacher5384
      @paulgallacher5384 2 роки тому +1

      @@MattWhitingsEurope Yeah it was quiet but not completely dead. They stopped the mystery tour bus but folk were still finding their way there. You get a steady flow of buses and cabs daily.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому +1

      I saw one other person whilst I was at the house and he was the same guy I had bumped into at Lennon's about half an hour earlier. Whilst there we saw a tour guide leave with a couple of people, she said that we might be able to get a tour in the coming days but unfortunately we were both leaving town the next day - it's a real shame as I would have loved to go inside.

    • @paulgallacher5384
      @paulgallacher5384 2 роки тому +1

      I think some people are dissappointed when they realise that only special tours can go inside.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому +1

      Yes I'm sure you are right. If I come back to the city in the future I'm definitely going to try and get on a tour of the house.

  • @scousepie2
    @scousepie2 Місяць тому +1

    The Beatles ask to be the backing group for Billy Fury another Liverpool star...!!

  • @vmfutebol7552
    @vmfutebol7552 Рік тому +1

    Great video

  • @khaledtoujour7590
    @khaledtoujour7590 Рік тому +1

    Thank you from Algeria .too much useful information ..greetings mate .

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +1

      Thanks very much khaled, glad you found the video helpful. Hope all is well in Algeria! Greetings!!

    • @khaledtoujour7590
      @khaledtoujour7590 Рік тому +1

      @@MattWhitingsEurope woud you please show blackpool one day ..when it is an oppirtunity ? I would be grathful 🙂

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +1

      I actually already have a video of Blackpool. Take a look at this... ua-cam.com/video/SGJ3qjU6psU/v-deo.html

    • @khaledtoujour7590
      @khaledtoujour7590 Рік тому +1

      @@MattWhitingsEurope aw thank you
      I like your accent by the way 👍👍👍

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому

      Thanks!

  • @jchow5966
    @jchow5966 9 місяців тому +1

    Is The Cavern Club still open? I heard that it had a hard time during the pandemic…. Hope it is still open.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  9 місяців тому

      Yeah it's still open, hopefully it will continue to be long into the future!

  • @vinyldealer9737
    @vinyldealer9737 2 роки тому +1

    great vid - cheers

  • @patriciacollier128
    @patriciacollier128 2 роки тому +1

    Fantastic thankyou

  • @arturoalcala724
    @arturoalcala724 2 роки тому +1

    You are the best.✌🏼

  • @DTI_FreeLana
    @DTI_FreeLana 9 місяців тому +1

    I went into jonh and pauls chilhood homes 😊

  • @jas20per
    @jas20per Рік тому +1

    Do not take this as criticism you did a good job of things, BUT there is always a but isn't there you left out Richard Starkie's house and the Roundabout at Penny Lane Allerton road junction. Mathew Street today is just a commercial attraction the Cavern isn't the Cavern just name only, the Crack pub was one of their favourites also the Grapes at the bottom of Mathew Street.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому

      Thanks for the constructive feedback, always good to know what I missed - I probably need to start compiling a list for a part 2! Thanks for watching and I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

  • @tinyangel5020
    @tinyangel5020 Рік тому +1

    i don't know why I' crying but I am, gee its ridiculous, help me

  • @robbiemcc4355
    @robbiemcc4355 Рік тому +1

    Fab ✌ my home .

  • @andrewhudson8966
    @andrewhudson8966 Рік тому +1

    Someone should point out that the place is Strawberry Field not Strawberry Fields.

  • @ellonysman
    @ellonysman Рік тому +1

    How was the original Cavern basement get filled in? Concrete ya mean?

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому +1

      It was bought by British Rail in the 1970's and they filled it in (presumably with concrete) so that they could build a ventilation shaft through the area. I don't think the shaft was ever built because water was found nearby and abandoned their plans. Pretty sad really, I don't know what the feasibility is to digging it out again one day. I'd be interested to learn more myself!

  • @kailoonliv7611
    @kailoonliv7611 Рік тому +2

    YNWA🤟

  • @KarynLaura
    @KarynLaura 2 роки тому +1

    Hi. Do you happen to know if these places are (power) wheelchair accessible? I’m a huge Beatles fan and going to Matthew Street would be so awesome. 😊

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому +1

      Hello Karyn, the Cavern Club in Mathew Street is wheelchair accessible. The lift from street level to the club in the basement is not available to the general public so a member of staff will assist. Mathew Street itself will be fine as it's flat but the other pubs and clubs will be a bit hit and miss depending on their facilities. Strawberry Fields is wheelchair accessible and Penny Lane is just one flat long street so should be fine. For more info on the Cavern Club take a look at this link --> www.cavernclub.com/disabled-access/ Hope that helps.

    • @KarynLaura
      @KarynLaura 2 роки тому +1

      @@MattWhitingsEuropeWow! Thanks for responding. Thanks for the info. I know accessibility will unpredictable and would take a push wheelchair to be able to be pulled up a step or two. Thanks again. 😊

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому

      You're welcome! Have a great trip.

  • @meanthony5474
    @meanthony5474 2 роки тому +1

    Wrong barber shop shown on penny Lane...now called Tony slavins..also when you showed Penny Lane sign you forgot to mention Paul had signed the penny Lane sign during the carpool karaoke show...Aunt mimi ..pronounced..Me.Me..not
    Mimmy ...Great video though...

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks for the excellent information, I have learnt a thing or two! I actually didn't know that Paul McCartney had signed the sign on Carpool Karaoke, I will have to look out for that clip on YT. Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it!

    • @wallflower1100
      @wallflower1100 Рік тому

      @@MattWhitingsEurope Yes, wrong barbers shop on Penny Lane, Paul visits the correct one on carpool karaoke, great video....

  • @poppybell8217
    @poppybell8217 5 місяців тому +1

    I cannot believe that people allowed the original cavern to get demolished!!

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  4 місяці тому +1

      It's quite a faux pas when you come to think about it. I wonder who actually made the final decision and signed it off thinking no one would ever want to see it?

    • @poppybell8217
      @poppybell8217 4 місяці тому +1

      @@MattWhitingsEurope ha! Maybe it was someone who had a girlfriend stolen by one of the lads!

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  4 місяці тому

      @@poppybell8217 That would certainly explain it 😂

  • @JuanLopez-ef5pr
    @JuanLopez-ef5pr 2 роки тому +2

    " One of the most "....is always wrong. THE most successful and important musical group in history

  • @anthonyrowe7805
    @anthonyrowe7805 Рік тому +1

    Who was the young lad on stage at the Cavern and what was he singing?

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому

      Unfortunately I don't know. I did try and figure it out when editing the video together but couldn't find the answer.

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  Рік тому

      If anyone does know I'll gladly add a link to the video's description if you send me the details.

  • @oct9AFD
    @oct9AFD 2 роки тому +1

    Did you say "Peter Sutcliffe"?? Ok, i assume it was just a mistake
    Great video, mate!

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  2 роки тому +1

      Guilty as charged! Sorry about that, I must have gotten my names mixed up! I didn't even spot it when editing the video, someone else pointed it out and I couldn't believe it until I watched it back. Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it!

  • @princessriley3335
    @princessriley3335 6 місяців тому +1

    How long does it take to do this tour on foot?

    • @MattWhitingsEurope
      @MattWhitingsEurope  6 місяців тому

      It’s about a 10 mile walk to do this on foot so about 3.5 hours of walking for the average person. That doesn’t take into account stopping to look around so I’d imagine you’d need a whole day if you’re planning to walk it. Public transport might be an option. Hope that helps.

  • @allenjuanites4403
    @allenjuanites4403 Рік тому +1

    ❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @tombrophy586
    @tombrophy586 Рік тому

    The guy is telling us every thing we know.😂 He's talking like we never heard of them.😂😂😂