The History of 10 Downing Street

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10 Downing Street is one of the UK’s most famous- or, depending on how you look at it- infamous addresses…
In this video, we’ll be looking at the history behind Downing Street, including what existed before its creation, the life of the notorious George Downing (after who the street’s named), and how Number 10 came to find itself at the centre of British politics.
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
01:08 Beer & Cock Fighting
02:44 The Dreadful George Downing
06:55 Built on the Cheap
08:57 Mr Chicken & Number 5
10:10 Handing the Keys to Government
12:01 The Hellfire Club
14:00 Expanding Number Ten
16:29 Turbulent Times
20:38 Downing Street Today
22:30 Outro
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Credits:
Music used in this video:
With Shot and Shell (Creative Commons)
Teller or the Tales (Kevin Macleod)
The Colonel (Zachariah Hickman)
Medieval War Drums (Der Wikinger)
Baroque Coffee House (Doug Maxwell, Media Right Productions)
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If I Had a Chicken (Kevin MacLeod)
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Book Bag (E’s Jammy Jams)
Images:
10 Downing Street Image: Number 10 Flicker Account (Creative Commons)
Downing Street letter box image: Defence Imagery (Flickr, Creative Commons): www.flickr.com/photos/defence...
Downing Street Garden Image: Number 10 Flicker Account, Creative Commons
Green door image by Rachel Lordan
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@jonathanscott7372 Жыл бұрын

I also just went down Downing Street as child, chatted the copper, and had his permission to touch the door of number 10. In 1966 aged 13, I could just wander into the hotels of the French and German national football teams, there for the World Cup, and attempt (language problems) to chat with the players. I still have the program with many of their autographs. My point being, just how much has changed from those days and now. Security was not really considered necessary then.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

What fantastic memories to have Jonathan, thanks so much for sharing.

@cecilefox9136 Жыл бұрын

I recall being able to walk down Downing St. too!

@RangaTurk Жыл бұрын

I've walked over the lawn roof of Parliament House Canberra in March 1992. Unfortunately no members of the public can do that anymore either for the same reasons.

@allenjenkins7947 Жыл бұрын

@@RangaTurk I recall walking up Downing Street in the 1950s with an aunt who lived in London. I have also walked over the roof of PH some time in the 90s. I was also able to park my father's Toyota camper in the car park underneath, without bomb sniffing dogs or other checks. I bet that's not allowed any more. When I went inside for a tour, I had to check my Swiss army knife in, not in case of terrorism, but because I might carve my initials in the woodwork!

@eddimoreau Жыл бұрын

I remember on student demonstrations in the 1970s marching past 10 Downing Street.

@casanovamacbeth 11 күн бұрын

Great video. Very insightful. The history of the power station is incredible. It’s somewhat depressing that it had to become a shopping centre and luxury flats, but the redevelopment is beautiful. It’s been done so well.

@Robslondon 11 күн бұрын

Thank you

@charlesarmstrong5292 9 күн бұрын

Another excellent tour of your famous city and one of its iconic addresses. Thank`s so much.

@Robslondon 9 күн бұрын

Thank you! You're very welcome.

@ursulacosta307 Ай бұрын

In the 60’s my Dad painted the door at 10 Downing Street. He said it took him forever to finish the job, because all of the tourists wanted to take his photo while facing the cameras, which he was more than happy to oblige. 📸

@Robslondon Ай бұрын

Ha ha! Brilliant 🤩

@cossie6824 Жыл бұрын

When I was a kid I remember walking straight through Downing Street, from Whitehall to Horse Guards Parade!! There was just a solitary copper stood at the door, and you could stop and have a chat with him and he wouldn’t just tell you to bugger off!!! How times have changed!!!

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Crazy isn’t it?! Thanks for the great comment 😉

@DH-lt1ne Жыл бұрын

@@Robslondon me too, we used to go and feed the ducks in st james on a sunday afternoon, walking passed 10 Downing street with half a loaf of white bread - and they used to survive

@alfching2499 Жыл бұрын

You can’t wonder at it why they have walls and gates plus to protect them now,the only people that reside in that place are country,and people ruining bastards

@mariapalmer5671 Жыл бұрын

Didn’t the gates go up after or during the poll tax riots of the Thatcher era

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

@@mariapalmer5671 I thought so too until I researched the video (and I vividly remembering walking across broken glass in Whitehall the day after the riot) but apparently it was indeed 1989; a response to the IRA I guess

@beko1987 2 ай бұрын

I've been inside downing street and sat in that hooded chair! Was the mid 90s, my dad and me were called to collect some paperwork for my grandfather and we went inside no 10 and I remember sitting in the chair! There s photos of it too, my mums had it up on a wall since that day. Probably wouldn't happen now 😂 Nice video 👍

@Robslondon 2 ай бұрын

😄 Great comment

@RealityInk Жыл бұрын

I'm in Toronto but I remember when I was a teen on a school tour to Europe we walked along Downing street. Kind of sad it has to be blocked off like that. I'm sure its safer though. I love the fact that the Downing street cat has a longer and more assured tenure than any given politician who lives there.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Nice comment, thanks

@allangibson8494 11 ай бұрын

Some of the Downing Street mice have had a longer residency than the Prime Ministers…

@theblackpearl8632 Ай бұрын

@@allangibson8494 Ahh yes, Truss The Tiny Bit Terrible. Where did that 80 billion go again? Has anyone checked the _chaise longue_ at no10?

@Wizzz2288 Ай бұрын

Larry is Lovely 🐈

@mandynewey7215 Ай бұрын

Thanks Rob, very interesting. When a child in the 60's I did see Downing Street on a family visit to London from Hampshire. I'm afraid I'm a Winston fan because of his efforts during the war.

@NigelWooding 12 күн бұрын

On 04 May 1979, I was in the crowd in front of No10 to see Thatcher take office and hear her Assisi speech! Great feature on Downing St, Rob

@Robslondon 12 күн бұрын

Wow! Cheers Nigel

@mewsli 24 күн бұрын

Rob, loving the videos about our capital city and its environs. They are a welcome distraction from insomnia, general malaise and my danged cat ( who loves to wake up earlier each day , often before the birds! )

@Robslondon 24 күн бұрын

Thank you! Glad I can help in some way 😉

@rodericfindlay4147 12 күн бұрын

Very interesting and very well put together.

@Robslondon 12 күн бұрын

Thank you Roderic. Hope you’re keeping well.

@PurpleTT99 Жыл бұрын

Very well researched and illustrated vid Rob, thanks. I had a meeting in number 10 in 2015, just part of a group making representations to a govt working party, nothing fancy. I was struck by how scruffy and outdated the parts I saw were. The pics you sourced with the yellow walls looked fantastic - the insipid washed out blues and greens with yellowing gloss work I saw were nothing like that! As you enter Downing Street there's an airport security style process, in an old wooden hut near the railings. 30s job and you're through, surprisingly low tech. Once through the door, we had to leave our mobiles in a wooden pigeon hole structure in the reception area before going through into our meeting room. I was allowed to walk up the stairway with all the portraits, we weren't going that way, but we were asked if we wanted to quickly do it - be rude not to! Thanks again.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much- and what a great comment/insight, really enjoyed reading that, thanks!

@ivyseow2358 Жыл бұрын

@anniebodyhome1000 Ай бұрын

Fascinating comment. A building from the 1680’s still in real use. I hope someone from security sees your comment and plugs any holes.

@jonathangribble7766 Ай бұрын

You are a pleasure to listen to Rob, nice smooth voice, perfect for delivering interesting history.

@Robslondon Ай бұрын

That means a lot to me Jonathan, thank you.

@jonathangribble7766 Ай бұрын

@@Robslondon You are welcome Rob, keep up the good work

@honorsilverthorne7227 7 күн бұрын

I've just discovered your videos. I visited the UK in 1988, staying mostly in London but also venturing into the countryside and Cardiff, Wales. My dad and I are both Anglophiles and we love history. I find your videos interesting and entertaining. ❤ Love from North Carolina, USA. 🩵💙

@Robslondon 7 күн бұрын

Wonderful comment, thank you so much. Always nice to have American friends here 😉🇺🇸

@stephenlongthorpe3812 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for another enjoyable and educational representation of our capital's rich history. You are a true ambassador to the capital city. I have loved every one so far.👍

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Stephen- your kind words mean a lot to me. Stay well my friend.

@R08Tam Жыл бұрын

Love your thinly veiled swipes at a recent occupant

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

I couldn't possibly comment! ;-)

@thetragicyouth Жыл бұрын

At least Dashwood never became PM - I mean, a boozing, licentious occupier of 10 Downing Street would be unthinkable, surely...? 😉 Thanks for all your hard work and research, Rob - another treat!

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much; it’s a pleasure as always 😊 Hope you’re keeping well.

@Sunshine-se6yn Ай бұрын

Fascinating history. Thanks Rob.

@Robslondon Ай бұрын

Much appreciated, thank you.

@spitfire1962 Жыл бұрын

I vaguely remember walking through Downing Street as a child in the early seventies.

@larrystevens5786 Жыл бұрын

During all my visits to London, I’ve always been distracted by the magnificent beauty of the Banqueting Hall across the street from 10 Downing Street. This video made me aware of another London historical site by a well composed history version. Thank you, hope you’ll walk across the street & make documentary the history of the Banqueting Hall. A true National Treasure.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Larry. The Banqueting House is on my radar, so please do stay tuned. Thanks again.

@ImperialistRunningDo 5 ай бұрын

@@Robslondon I would very much like to see a video on this. Why is it so hard to visit nowadays?

@sian2337 3 ай бұрын

@@ImperialistRunningDo- the threat of terrorism probably.

@ImperialistRunningDo 3 ай бұрын

@sian2337 I have no idea. But Buckingham Palace is open more often than the Banqueting House.

@edgaraquino2324 26 күн бұрын

Thank you for a very nice overview of #10...lots of good info...thanks!😊

@Robslondon 26 күн бұрын

Thank you :-)

@edgaraquino2324 26 күн бұрын

@@Robslondon you are most welcome!

@nadiazeeb1868 21 күн бұрын

Thank you Rob!!

@bookmouse2719 Жыл бұрын

It was complete when you mentioned the chief mousers. 😻

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

😄

@paulhaynes3170 18 күн бұрын

Seen this video twice and enjoyed it both times

@Robslondon 18 күн бұрын

Ah, thanks Paul

@DanielWright-np3fq 27 күн бұрын

Thank you so very much for this delightful tour through your history. You all have such a rich heritage and must be very proud.

@Robslondon 27 күн бұрын

Bless you Daniel, thank you. You're very welcome- and thank you for the kind words.

@alicejackson771 Жыл бұрын

That was brilliant! This was something I'd meant to research - and there it all was, done for me. And so well presented. Thank you.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Alice, glad to be of service! Thanks for watching 😊

@allenraysmith6885 Ай бұрын

Wonderful video! Thanks for posting!❤❤❤

@Robslondon Ай бұрын

It's a pleasure Allen, thank you for watching.

@coolpersonwithcake98 Жыл бұрын

The sarcasm towards modern British politics is fantastic 😂

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Ha ha! Thanks Laura, it's my own way of coping with the madness ;-)

@marshaprice8226 29 күн бұрын

Fascinating history - especially love the cats! I just discovered your videos today with the one on the source of the Thames River. Thanks so much!

@Robslondon 29 күн бұрын

Thank you so much Marsha, good to have you here! 😄

@tantraman93 Ай бұрын

Very nice work.

@Robslondon Ай бұрын

Thank you!

@darriendastar3941 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video. When I was a little kid, my cousin and I used to go along to Downing St - mostly to cheek the police officers (we were horrible children). One time, a policeman caught us and threatened to lock us up in the jail in the Big Be tower, which we thought would have been the best thing in the world. But then we realised that my Aunt Catherine would have to come and bail us out, so the idea lost its attraction and we started going to the 'Way In' section at Harrods instead because it had brilliant toys.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful comment, really enjoyed reading that! Cheers Darrien!

@louisep4805 Жыл бұрын

Many thanks Rob a very interesting vid. I was lucky to have been able to walk down the street and look at the house before Downing Street was Blocked off 🙏👌

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Louise :-) A good memory to have too! Thanks and stay well.

@louisep4805 Жыл бұрын

@@Robslondon Many thanks Rob yes you too. Looking forward to the next vid 👌

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

@@louisep4805 😊

@iainsan Жыл бұрын

An excellent and amusing documentary, as always, Rob. Well done. I always enjoy and learn things from your output. I remember having my photograph taken standing in front of Number 10 in the late 1960s. It's a sad reflection on our times that we can no longer walk past it.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Lovely comment, many thanks 😊

@1minigrem Жыл бұрын

You didn’t disappoint, absolutely fascinating. Love the parallels made with today, very funny, people don’t change. It was worth waiting for, can’t wait for your next post.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Kerry, really appreciate your kind words :-) Stay well.

@Jabberstax Жыл бұрын

Great documentary 👏

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much JM 😊

@kennethnew3075 Жыл бұрын

Excellent presentation Rob. The layers of history are so interesting. Nice work. Thanks for sharing.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Many thanks Kenneth :-) Stay well.

@lilitheden748 Ай бұрын

The algorithm provided me with this gem. Me being an Anglophile (I’m sadly not British 😞) I must say that this channel is providing me with some interesting facts I didn’t know. I liked and subscribed and am looking forward to further videos.

@Robslondon Ай бұрын

Thank you much! It’s good to have you here 😊 Appreciate the kind words.

@katmartin1765 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this and all your entertaining information. I love London and in these days of restricted or difficult travel, your videos give some much-needed vicarious relief through your tours!

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

It’s a pleasure, Kat- so glad I can help in some way. Many thanks and stay well.

@RoyCousins Жыл бұрын

Thanks Rob. 👍 Another great well-researched video.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Cheers Roy; much appreciated. Stay well.

@scottlewisparsons9551 Жыл бұрын

Hi Rob, I will try to keep my comment respectful! When I was a young visitor to London from New Zealand in 1973 I stood outside the door to 10 Downing Street. I still have the photo. When I moved to London to work in 1978 I think there was a barrier across the road then, however, I am not too sure. Anyway, all the best from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Cheers Scott! 😉

@trudyrogers789 Жыл бұрын

Well done.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thanks Trudy

@fatmatt1746 15 күн бұрын

Il so glad I’ve discovered your videos there a niche that hits just the right spot

@Robslondon 15 күн бұрын

Thanks Matt! Good to have you here.

@christianbriancon108 Жыл бұрын

Happened on this by chance and so impressed. Great research and presentation, good work mate 👏

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Christian ☺️ Good to have you here!

@AlannahRyane Жыл бұрын

You're soooooo good ... much appreciated

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Ah, thank you so much Alannah :-) Stay well.

@laurenreed4393 Жыл бұрын

Really informative and witty. Looking forward to watching more.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Lauren 😊

@CitiesForTheFuture2030 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for a fascinating history of No 10 Downing Steet. I have UK ancestry & grew up reading Georgette Heyer etc, with many stories being located around London. Mum & I are watching your videos with much interest.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Lovely comment, thank you 😊 Stay well.

@stevebradley704 Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much for this Rob. Great info and also entertaining.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated Steve, thank you.

@gailmrutland6508 10 ай бұрын

*My wife's a Brit (Northern Strong) and I'am a Yank....love this stuff!!!!*

@Robslondon 10 ай бұрын

Much appreciated, thank you very much indeed!

@ladyellice1863 Жыл бұрын

Really fascinating Rob! I always learn so many new facts thanks to all the research you put in! 👍🏻😃

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@sharonleong7120 Жыл бұрын

Great video once again. Loved it too. Thank you Robert.👍👍👍😍😍😍

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Hi Sharon! Thank you as always my friend 😊 Hope you’re keeping well.

@michaelbrett2760 Жыл бұрын

Another great video. Thanks, Rob!

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

It’s a pleasure Michael, thanks so much for your kind words and support.

@sputumtube Жыл бұрын

Absolutely fascinating - thanks for posting.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

It’s a pleasure Paul! Thanks for watching 😉

@belindanoonan6217 Жыл бұрын

Fascinating video. Your research and delivery is very entertaining

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Belinda 😊

@hueywallop2461 Жыл бұрын

Very well done, thanks. I particularly liked your use of music.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated Huey, thanks 😉

@SLane249 Жыл бұрын

Things you didn't think you needed to know, thanks for the time you put into these videos.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

It’s a pleasure, cheers Stephen 😉

@susan8823 Ай бұрын

I loved this, thank you! I visited in June/July 1982 and could access the street. That year the IRA bombed the changing of the guard near Buckingham Palace, along the Mall.

@Robslondon Ай бұрын

Thank you Susan :-)

@clivefelgate9802 Жыл бұрын

Great video Rob. The comments on politicians over the centuries was spot on!!

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Ha ha, thanks Clive 😉

@rhondaflowers3824 Жыл бұрын

GOOD GOD! I LOVE BRITISH HISTORY ♥️ BRING IT ON! LOVE ❤️ FROM TENNESSEE, USA 🇺🇸 ❤️

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

😁 Thanks so much Rhonda! Good to have you here.

@rhondaflowers3824 Жыл бұрын

@@Robslondon GOD BLESS!

@nicholaswalker2494 Жыл бұрын

Super Rob your videos are getting better every time well worth the wait,keep up the great work 👍👍

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Really appreciate that Nicholas, thank you. I’m still learning as I go along; the wonderful support from good people such as yourself really spurs me on. Stay well.

@dee7781 Ай бұрын

@Robslondon interesting and enjoyable video.

@dougknight1720 Жыл бұрын

Well worth the wait. As usual lots of amazing details of key buildings in London that I had no idea about. Thanks for all the hard research to get us these Gems. Cheers Rob

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

It's a pleasure as always Doug. Thank you for watching and for your continued support. Stay well :-)

@charleshellens6166 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video Rob! First video of yours I’ve watched and have learnt much. Keep it up.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, good to have you here 😊 Stay well.

@lesleysmith2166 Жыл бұрын

Very interesting and enjoyable post. I learned a lot, thank you

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

It's a pleasure Lesley, thank you for watching :-)

@aaarrrggghhhh Жыл бұрын

Nice work again Rob, glad to see you didn't let the recent heatwave put you off your stride. I once met Neville Chamberlaine's great grandson just after he'd finished university. A really nice lad. The beauty of London is that no matter how long you live there and how well you think you know it, there's always something interesting to learn.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Lovely comment, thank you! Funnily enough I once met Harold Macmillan’s great granddaughter. She was lovely, told me how, even in old age, he had horrific nightmares about his experience of WWI, very humbling.

@catherinesikora8397 Жыл бұрын

Really fascinating! So much great information!

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

It’s a pleasure; thanks for watching 😊

@brianparker663 Жыл бұрын

Everything I eulogised about with your last video applies yet again - in spades and with knobs on! Professional, engaging and entertaining. Your work is of a uniformly high standard. 😃👏

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Gosh, thank you so much Brian. Truly appreciate your kind words and support sir. Stay well.

@terrystephens1102 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for a very interesting presentation.😁👌👏👏👏👏

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Many thanks Terry!

@karenholden4740 Ай бұрын

This was a great video love the history. Thank you

@Robslondon Ай бұрын

Thank you Karen :-)

@timdaugherty5921 Жыл бұрын

How awesome!! Thanks for sharing~

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thanks Tim! Enjoy ;-)

@mickey4125 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant yet again Rob. I always assumed it was called Downing Street because it used to be home to some number of textile working factories. This was truly enlightening, and fascinating too. All delivered in your lovely cosy, friendly way Rob :) Keep at it my man, I watch all your videos as soon as they come out! With love from Yorkshire x

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mickey, what a lovely comment- made my day :-) Much appreciated sir; stay well and thank you as ever for your support.

@mickey4125 Жыл бұрын

@@Robslondon You can always count on it Rob me ol' mucker :)

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

@@mickey4125 ;-)

@patricksullivan2261 Жыл бұрын

One of your better videos I must say. History and entertainment go hand in hand when done right.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated Patrick, thank you. Stay well.

@juliahenderson9421 Жыл бұрын

Larry the cat is the most worthy occupant,, and i shall certainly vote for him in the next general election

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Ha ha! Wish we could 😉🐱

@sian2337 3 ай бұрын

That was fascinating. Thank you for your work 👍

@Robslondon 3 ай бұрын

It’s a pleasure! Thank you for watching

@steveabplanalp9607 Жыл бұрын

Really interesting video. As a boy in 1980 I had a chance to walk past number 10 Downing street. The next time I visited London in 1982 the barriers were in place blocking access to the street.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Great comment Steve- and thanks for confirming the 1982 date ;-) Stay well.

@andrewlucas9282 10 ай бұрын

Another great video. I’m so pleases I found your site. I can remember going down Downing Street on a school trip from Cumberland in about 1981 😊

@Robslondon 10 ай бұрын

Bless you Andrew 😊 Thanks so much for the kind words; it’s great to have you here! Stay well.

@jw325 Жыл бұрын

Very informative thank you for the effort you've put into this video

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

It’s an absolute pleasure J W, thanks for watching

@musiqueetmontagne Жыл бұрын

Great Stuff again Rob... Your videos are such a great resource for information on our capital. They should be all linked to the Tourist board!

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much ☺️

@thomasshinnick2802 Жыл бұрын

Terrific video Rob. It is very interesting and well researched. I had no idea of the history and facts of Downing.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated Thomas, thank you 😊

@TripsandFeasts1 Жыл бұрын

An excellent video Rob.

@TripsandFeasts1 Жыл бұрын

p.s. Like Downing Street, my postcode also begins with SW1. But I think that’s as close as I’m ever going to get to walking along that particular street!!!!!

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated, thank you :-)

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Ha ha! ;-)

@kevinrakow380 Жыл бұрын

I enjoy your videos. Thanks for letting me know about this option. It is an easy way to support good content. Keep up the good work.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thanks Kevin

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Kevin, I've just seen your incredibly kind donation- thank you so much sir, truly appreciate it! Stay well and thanks again 🙂

@bethbartlett5692 Жыл бұрын

A great short, and delightfully narrated with a zest of quick wit, and an abundance of interesting details. Being that I'm an American, the story was all "new News and Informative" to me. ▶ (the Irish did what was extreme, as it was required to gain them their Freedoms. Lest we forget, what was done to them, for over 400 Years, but lacks public references due to lacking the original records of announcements in the "London Times" and such. I mention this in an effort to bring the necessary light upon these facts and to expect some Empathy for understanding. It remains a fact that so much if History is written by "the Victor", i.e. "those in Control". For this fact, it is wise to always, pursue more information and always from the Higher Mind, and it's Open status. Excellent Production on "10 Downing", look forward to more! Beth Tennessee, USA

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words Beth, I truly appreciate them, what a lovely comment 🙂 And yes, as for the Irish I know what you mean; my Grandfather being from Cork.... Thanks again Beth and stay well.

@eternallearner4753 Жыл бұрын

Fascinating. Thank you. Subscribed.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated, thank you- good to have you here :-) Stay well.

@jamessergeant2136 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video. My parents took me to Downing Street the evening after the 1979 election, and we waited there until Maggie Thatcher appeared and waved. I have been in for official visits since then. Mrs Thatcher commissioned a lot of refurbishment to the public rooms towards the end of her time in office.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed reading your comment James, what wonderful experiences 😊 Thanks and stay well.

@boboberg3700 Жыл бұрын

Good job! Thanks for the informative video

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Cheers Bob; it's a pleasure. Stay well ;-)

@Paulco67 Жыл бұрын

Very enjoyable and educational video!

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated Paul, thanks 😊

@nwlondontimemachine9484 Жыл бұрын

Very entertaining and educational. Thank you!

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@aggrobernd Ай бұрын

Little bit of trivia about 10 Downing Street. Before it became the sporadic and later permanent residence of the Prime Minister from 1735 onwards, a Lower Saxon Count, Johann Caspar Graf von Bothmer, had been working for the Hannoverian Elector Georg Ludwig, later to be George I of England, as an emissary to multiple countries and from 1720 until 1732 had his office for the German/Hannoverian Chancery in 10 Downing Street. He also commisioned an estate in a small town in Northern Germany between Lübeck and Wismar, "Schloss Bothmer" in Klütz. Always worth a visit.

@Robslondon Ай бұрын

Ah, interesting! Thank you.

@oldtimer4863 Жыл бұрын

What an interesting video. I really love history. Many thanks. A thumbs up from me.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much :-) Stay well.

@teddyroon Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this extremely interesting video. I am of an age to remember having my picture taken outside Number 10, it was just taken for granted in those days that anyone could just stroll by. What a shame that so many historical places have now been cordoned off, necessarily so, unfortunately. I have now subscribed to your channel. Thanks again.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Marie, it’s an absolute pleasure, thank you so much for watching. And thank you too for the kind words and also for subscribing; that means a lot to me and it’s great to have you here. Stay well and thanks again 😊

@corinnecoombs2956 9 ай бұрын

Fabulous! I did get to walk down there in the late 80s. Love the history of the name of the street. How appropriate could it possibly be! Well done! 😊

@Robslondon 9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@westyham1 Ай бұрын

Excellent video yes I walked through Downing street many times as I was born in the 1950s.

@Robslondon Ай бұрын

Thank you ☺️

@keithmartin1067 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Rob! Great presentation! So informative! So interesting! I have twice been to No. 10 in recent years, and we saw Larry the Downing Street cat!

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thanks Keith! And what a great claim to fame 😉 Stay well.

@kathrynmast916 Жыл бұрын

I adore your wonderfully witty narration 😁

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Kathryn, that means a lot to me. Stay well 😊

@kathrynmast916 Жыл бұрын

Hi from Illinois, USA. Rob, I just found and now have subscribed to your channel 😁 l look forward to enjoying your work and I’ll be binge watching your previous presentation.

@itsjohndell Жыл бұрын

Just superb Rob in research and execution. You would shame the BBC. When I respect a Historian it's saying quite a lot.

@thewrecker3140 Жыл бұрын

What a wonderful and inspiring comment.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

That’s so kind of you to say, John. Many thanks indeed. Stay well sir.

@badgoat666 Жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks for the info 👍

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

It's a pleasure, thanks.

@SlurpyDave254 Жыл бұрын

Blimey, alot of detail here, must have took a while researching that. Must have been good back in the day when u could just walk down there as a normal st. Very very good video once again Rob👍

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated Dave; cheers ;-) Hope you're keeping well.

@abuhamza1970 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant vid Rob, keep em coming

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Will do, and many thanks! Stay well

@paulhoughton5266 Жыл бұрын

Excellent and informative video. Remember my grandparents walking me along Downing Street in the very early 1970s

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul, lovely memory to have 😊

@markshrimpton3138 Жыл бұрын

Hi Rob, another fascinating video. I have a fuzzy recollection of visiting Downing Street with a school party in the mid sixties. Somewhere I have a small black and white photograph of my 8-year-old self outside that famous address. The prime minister at the time was Harold Wilson.

@Robslondon Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark, what a great comment and memory 😊 Stay well.