The Secrets of Oxford’s Streets | And What Lies Beneath the University

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Жыл бұрын

'The Secrets of Oxford’s Streets | And What Lies Beneath the University'
Alice Loxton heads to Oxford, one of the most historic cities in the world. There’s so much history to this university city, and in this episode Alice is going to show you a few of the highlights, historic delights which anyone can see for free - secrets hidden in plain sight, if you like. She’ll be weaving between the university buildings, exploring everything from medieval
palaces to the pubs that inspired Tolkien and CS Lewis. There are grand buildings like the Radcliffe Camera, Bodleian Library and Ashmolean Museum, as well as blue plaques you might not notice, which mark a history of execution and endeavour. This tour encompasses the history of the city from its foundation by Edward the Elder to the modern era.
There’s a lot of history here, so make sure you’re paying attention! These are the secrets of Oxford’s streets.
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@HistoryHit
@HistoryHit Жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy guys! 😃We've got Alice exploring the streets of Cambridge in the next couple of weeks. And if you can't wait that long, here's her full playlist 👉kzfaq.info/sun/PLPYbVPqV7je9aFrONncy7mtqFJA2E3LcP
@ihathtelekinesis
@ihathtelekinesis Жыл бұрын
What about Hull?
@OanKnight
@OanKnight Жыл бұрын
Are you guys actually aware that there's anything outside of the general London area? It'd be nice to see this kind of segment for other places such as exeter, york, manchester, liverpool. You know. Other places in the UK.
@harbourdogNL
@harbourdogNL Жыл бұрын
@@OanKnight Is this the first video of hers you've watched? Must be.
@zeljkodebeljko8767
@zeljkodebeljko8767 7 ай бұрын
Thank you we do. Why you cutting off Allice legs? Alice has best legs among British Historians.Alice is known as English "Tina Turner " she even danced in the last sequence.. But Taliban censorship cut her legs out of the sequence.😢😢😢😮
@MikeWood
@MikeWood Жыл бұрын
I visited Oxford only once in about 1988. Aside from the history and architecture, I remember two things. Having lunch at The Bear (oldest pub in Oxford), and while wandering the streets with some of my classmates, bumping into an older gentleman who must have thought we Canadian students were an interesting lost looking bunch. We figured he was pulling our leg about who he was, but he offered us a private tour of the Oxford Town Hall. We followed him to humour him, and then we were surprised when the police officer at a side entrance let us all in. I think he realized we didn't believe him, so at one point he gestured at one of the paintings and asked if the guy looked familiar. Sure enough he was a former Lord Mayor. I think it might have been Lord Mayor Fred Ingram or possibly Lord Mayor William Fagg. A really nice guy.
@gilheuss7830
@gilheuss7830 Жыл бұрын
I am going to guess William Fagg. Sounds like him. There are several other sites that weren't mentioned but she did a good Job. If you want to dive deeper into the "City of Dreaming Spires." I recommend the book by Jan Morris by that title.
@tressinar
@tressinar 26 күн бұрын
Wow...that's just so wonderful
@DJL78
@DJL78 Жыл бұрын
Alice is truly exceptional at this. 🍸
@obriets
@obriets Жыл бұрын
Delightful!
@kayw3906
@kayw3906 Жыл бұрын
Totally love the ones with Alice in them! She is so excited about the history and just cute and fun!!!! 😊
@walkietalkietraveller2932
@walkietalkietraveller2932 Жыл бұрын
you're spot on, Kay. that enthisiasm makes all the difference :)
@davidcreager1945
@davidcreager1945 Жыл бұрын
I wish history teachers were as enthusiastic about teaching history as Alice is !!! Another awesome video from History Hit !!!
@gazzertrn
@gazzertrn Жыл бұрын
And as cute .
@SevCaswell
@SevCaswell Жыл бұрын
The problem with teaching history, especially in the UK, is that the periods and knowledge is decided by the curriculum, and that doesn't change, so you end up teaching the same things over and over and over, and it's really quite hard to remain enthusiastic about something when it's the 10th time you've taught it. However a tv history presenter can pick and choose what subjects to present and never has to repeat anything they didn't find interesting.
@n00b_n00b_
@n00b_n00b_ Жыл бұрын
​@@SevCaswell yep, it's the same in the Netherlands unfortunately.
@thewaywardgrape3838
@thewaywardgrape3838 Жыл бұрын
Alice's passion for the subjects is really infectious! It'd be cool to learn more about Scottish locations - definitely watch those.
@glenford1323
@glenford1323 Жыл бұрын
Alice is the best modern story teller we have. More please
@richardprescott6322
@richardprescott6322 Жыл бұрын
Fun, enthusiastic history- not dull and dusty. Makes you want to research each topic. Brilliant
@KevinMartin-es8fh
@KevinMartin-es8fh Жыл бұрын
I love Alice Loxdon!🙂 She does a super job at presenting history! Very interesting subjects and locations
@christrites4251
@christrites4251 Жыл бұрын
I could listen to her all day, her enthusiasm for history is infectious, in a good way!
@Craiglish22
@Craiglish22 Жыл бұрын
Wonderfully presented with an infectious enthusiasm! Thank you to Alice and the History Hit team! 👍👏
@davewilson9738
@davewilson9738 Жыл бұрын
Ms Loxton is another great presenter and so enthusiastic without being condescending in her delivery - brilliant!
@paulblois7194
@paulblois7194 Жыл бұрын
I have lived in Oxford for many years - thanks Alice for teaching me so many interesting things!
@whiteonggoy7009
@whiteonggoy7009 Жыл бұрын
Captivating, beautifull and a great teacher,why was my history teacher the opposite...great upload many thanks.
@ElizabethW62
@ElizabethW62 11 ай бұрын
We need more of Alice's enthusiasm. This video was a joy to watch. Subscribed! 🤗
@hijklmnop42
@hijklmnop42 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for including the Headington Shark! Every time I see it I laugh at how BIG it is. Another Oxford-to-Headington historical tidbit is Cuckoo Lane, it's an ancient path still used as a shortcut behind houses and shops, and very charming!
@apaul9776
@apaul9776 Жыл бұрын
Excellent. Lively, informative and fun. And beautifully presented.
@kimcarlisle1510
@kimcarlisle1510 Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love anytime you do a documentary short of long. Your enthusiasm make history every more fun and interesting. Cheers from Washington DC
@declanmurphy417
@declanmurphy417 Жыл бұрын
she has her own channel History with Allice and she so deserves more views and and subs every one here get on board
@catcameron2495
@catcameron2495 Жыл бұрын
Thanks. This is the first I've heard of the origins of Mr. Tumnus.
@elihouse1994
@elihouse1994 5 ай бұрын
Oxford is so beautiful, so happy to call it hone. Alice always does an amazing job of telling these stories and bringing history to life, her passion and enthusiasm is infectious!
@tonisiret5557
@tonisiret5557 Жыл бұрын
Alice makes history come alive for me, as Tony Robinson did when I was younger. Great job 👌
@mothmagic1
@mothmagic1 Ай бұрын
Alice your passion for history shines through in all your videos. Would that my history teachers were as enthusiastic about the subject when I was at school. I'm Oxford born and raised and you've taught me things I never knew. If you can educate a 76 year old about his home town you can educate anyone.
@pendragon2012
@pendragon2012 Жыл бұрын
I loved my visit to Oxford on my 21st birthday. Alice did a great job--she's super pretty and I love the excitement and knowledge she brings. Reminds me of the awesome walking tours I took while studying in London!
@tylerhawks8376
@tylerhawks8376 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Alice!!
@warwickholden6332
@warwickholden6332 Жыл бұрын
C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien were not just writing buddies but also rather competitive! C.S. Lewis proposed they tried their hand at science fiction, to see who wrote the best story. C. S. Lewis wrote the "Cosmic Trilogy" - 'Out of the Silent Planet', 'Perelandra', and 'That Hideous Strength''. (Worth a read if you have the time). Tolkien never completed his side of the bargain, presumably being too busy constructing the monumental tasl of creating the stories from Middle Earth!
@annecarter5181
@annecarter5181 Жыл бұрын
Like having a private tour guide!! Love Alice’s enthusiasm!!
@54mgtf22
@54mgtf22 Жыл бұрын
Alice. Legend. Love your work 👍
@kerriemckinstry-jett8625
@kerriemckinstry-jett8625 Жыл бұрын
I just read _The Dictionary of Lost Words_ recently. It's cool to see Murray's mailbox in this video. 😊
@williamrobinson7435
@williamrobinson7435 Жыл бұрын
Interesting! I can well believe in the story of C. S. Lewis' inspiration. Oxford /Cambridge differences, such as quad vs court and the two pronunciations of Magdalen were apparently used to trip up well prepared spies during WW2.. Nice one Alice! 🌟👍
@ryanherrera3407
@ryanherrera3407 Жыл бұрын
I used travel to compete at the Oxford IV debate tournament every year back from 2009-2012. Not only was it some of the most memorable experiences of my life, but being surrounded by all of that history and amongst so many intelligent people was indescribable. It feels so cool doing everything simply because you’re in Oxford. The tournament was hosted at the Oxford Union, so that added another level to the whole experience. We would just hang out in the Old library, competing in the small rooms upstairs or at the top of a small stairwell, or even in the main chamber when the opportunity arose. Seeing those final debate rounds- a packed student chamber with everyone cheering, pounding their hands, drinking, and just having an overall good time- will forever be something I cherish. What an honor to compete at such a historical and renowned place. Oh- and shout out to The Eagle and Child! 🤯
@becallen9711
@becallen9711 Жыл бұрын
Excited to watch this. I am from Oxford but not lived in the UK for years.
@stonesinmyblood27
@stonesinmyblood27 Жыл бұрын
You’re enjoyable to listen to and your enthusiasm is contagious
@RupertBear412
@RupertBear412 Жыл бұрын
whatever Alice has got, I think she should bottle and sell it! one of my favourite presenters ever because shes so bright and cheery!
@giancarloschiralli2435
@giancarloschiralli2435 Жыл бұрын
Thank you....😊😊😊You were very eloquent therefore making it fun , interesting to follow🙂🏵
@jameshutchins3396
@jameshutchins3396 Жыл бұрын
Great fun presentation. More please
@gazzertrn
@gazzertrn Жыл бұрын
More of Alice please , she is brilliant ,so entertaining and knowledgeable .
@thefurrybastard1964
@thefurrybastard1964 Жыл бұрын
Not only do you provide an interesting and entertaining documentary, but your entheusiasm and bright nature further enhance the video.
@declanmurphy417
@declanmurphy417 Жыл бұрын
A lovely presentation by a Gorgeous Lady
@cindchan
@cindchan Жыл бұрын
Another place to visit someday, even though I am more drawn to Cambridge myself.
@busterboy7505
@busterboy7505 Жыл бұрын
Well done Alice, you make every video really interesting and fun, 👍👏👏👏👍.
@KRPTV
@KRPTV Жыл бұрын
My dad used to study at Oxford so we used to visit there quite a lot, The Eagle and Child is a pub we went to frequently.🙂
@KevinDonnelly-ob6gm
@KevinDonnelly-ob6gm Жыл бұрын
Always known as the "Bird and Baby"
@trapdriver7006
@trapdriver7006 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video which I enjoyed watching 👍😀😀😀😀
@gumpy4960
@gumpy4960 Жыл бұрын
Oxford is easily my favourite town/ small city that I’ve ever been to, it has a really special atmosphere to the place and you’re surrounded by history
@Peter-55
@Peter-55 Жыл бұрын
Loved this, so much fun! Thank you Alice 🇬🇧
@angelatester2471
@angelatester2471 Жыл бұрын
I thoroughly enjoyed this video, and the upbeat mood....and easy to listen to speaking voice. Many thanks.
@lisabadell7864
@lisabadell7864 Жыл бұрын
Love Alice, will be watching all her videos!
@balancedactguy
@balancedactguy 7 ай бұрын
Alice is a wonderful presenter and narrator! She should start a business giving guided History tours all about the UK to tourists!
@havingalook2
@havingalook2 Жыл бұрын
What a wonderful look at such an important city. Thank you Alice once again for a magnificent presentation. Cheers
@Silent_Flight
@Silent_Flight Жыл бұрын
Crikey you must have been up at some unholy hour to avoid the tourists and commuters in central Oxford! There's also an underground railway beneath the RadCam (disused) for moving books, a treacle mine out at Binsey (Terry Pratchett), the Dodo at the natural history, the shear size of Blackwell's and so much more.
@USA50_
@USA50_ Жыл бұрын
Thank you ☺️🇺🇲❤️
@heidimeyermath8087
@heidimeyermath8087 Жыл бұрын
This was awesome! I leave for Oxford in two weeks, and this is the best video I've seen for exploring. It's also astonishingly high quality - thank you!
@HistoryHit
@HistoryHit Жыл бұрын
Have fun!
@diannewheatleygiliotti8513
@diannewheatleygiliotti8513 6 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@edward.m.r4390
@edward.m.r4390 Жыл бұрын
My favourite of the videos you publish... now in 4k! Thanks History Hit! My desktop viewing is now absolutely top notch. Looking forward to Alice's next architectural adventure!
@hwelch2
@hwelch2 Жыл бұрын
Is it odd that when you mentioned Endeavor I immediately thought Morse ... along with a very different Lewis?
@NathansWargames
@NathansWargames Жыл бұрын
Lived in Oxford for 28 years. nice place if you go into the town area everywhere else is basically just a mini London borough outside of it
@bigcat3596
@bigcat3596 Жыл бұрын
Visited this place! Thanks for the vid!
@djkelleher3557
@djkelleher3557 Жыл бұрын
Brilliantly presented 👍👏👏
@hankpb1
@hankpb1 Жыл бұрын
good video ..do you know about the tunnel underground running from the camera to Bodleian library on far side of broad Street?
@frankquevedo3453
@frankquevedo3453 8 ай бұрын
A very enjoyable & enlightening tour if my, I lived & worked at RAF(USAFE) UPPER HEYFORD for 9 years, most loved city of England. And I toured many while I lived there. As I was. CS LEWIS, was inspired by the many fantastic, MORRELS , Pubs.
@williamfahey6066
@williamfahey6066 8 ай бұрын
I love Alice's videos. She does a great job, they are full of great information and fun to watch. Thank you, Alice, and History Hit. Jeff❤
@gaius_enceladus
@gaius_enceladus Жыл бұрын
Great video! I just *love* Alice as a presenter! So much energy!
@tomkins7382
@tomkins7382 Жыл бұрын
LOVE this channel!!! I NEEEEED mooooore! Lol
@bakoyma
@bakoyma 7 ай бұрын
I love how goofy and fun Alice is in these videos
@chriseve4423
@chriseve4423 Жыл бұрын
I love Alice Loxton!
@phillipcollins9290
@phillipcollins9290 Жыл бұрын
Quite interesting, especially as I've never been to the UK. Lovely "guide" too.
@MikkiProductions204
@MikkiProductions204 Жыл бұрын
This was so much fun! Thank you! I look forward to seeing all these sights when I visit England sometime soon, hopefully! ☺️
@nancyM1313
@nancyM1313 Жыл бұрын
Tfsharing these amazing videos with Alice. ❤
@craigwilliams4161
@craigwilliams4161 Жыл бұрын
Excellent VLOG on the beautiful city
@jamescrouch1693
@jamescrouch1693 17 күн бұрын
Enjoyable, and I affirm your manner of presentation.
@davidhalen1198
@davidhalen1198 Жыл бұрын
Alice, you are absolutely a proper goofball, and I really enjoy watching your videos. You running down the Mott and Bailey was so funny.
@blindpew69
@blindpew69 2 ай бұрын
Define ‘goofball’?
@user-re3ov7ms9d
@user-re3ov7ms9d 2 ай бұрын
Such a cute and informative video! Thank you and happy easter! Going to Oxford from Chicago probably in September :)
@ismarwinkelman5648
@ismarwinkelman5648 Жыл бұрын
This lady could read me the Yellow Pages and I would still be intrigued 🙂🔥
@1AlejoYT
@1AlejoYT Жыл бұрын
Beautiful outfit! Alice is so charismatic and lovable and Oxford is such a gorgeous city!!
@FlyingDarkLord
@FlyingDarkLord Жыл бұрын
Superb video! Amazingly professional format, I love it 😊👍🏼
@arransadventures7319
@arransadventures7319 8 ай бұрын
The fact I had zero interest in History at School but I’m now obsessed with these vids is testament to the education systems failings
@richardthompson9836
@richardthompson9836 Жыл бұрын
From all the way over the "pond" in Florida, we love you Alice!
@willhazyblue
@willhazyblue Жыл бұрын
Your a hit with me, love it! Keep em coming dear.
@Stonewall1861
@Stonewall1861 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the information. Because I’m going to London in July I will remember these great places to go too.
@Emthe30something
@Emthe30something Жыл бұрын
Fun and informative as always.
@joansavage1857
@joansavage1857 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Alice. Just perfect!!
@kathrynboniface3455
@kathrynboniface3455 Жыл бұрын
My history teachers were as enthusiastic as Alice and that is why I love history.
@freyashipley6556
@freyashipley6556 Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Alice! I'd still like to hear about what's underneath the streets.
@darkgotham3449
@darkgotham3449 Жыл бұрын
Alice, you are amazing . Keep up your wonderful work
@sweetlexii71
@sweetlexii71 11 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@leeroy25024941
@leeroy25024941 Жыл бұрын
Alice Loxton is such a joy to watch!
@robertscardino2527
@robertscardino2527 Жыл бұрын
She is delightful.
@tanzanitet8940
@tanzanitet8940 Жыл бұрын
Loved every minute 😃 thanks for such an entertaining video 🙃
@HistoryHit
@HistoryHit Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@katherinecollins4685
@katherinecollins4685 Жыл бұрын
Loved this
@qed456
@qed456 Жыл бұрын
what a privilege to study in one of the great universities of the world
@donalfoley2412
@donalfoley2412 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for that. Charming.
@cherry-vz5kx
@cherry-vz5kx Жыл бұрын
What a fantastic presenter.
@mriaedd
@mriaedd Жыл бұрын
Enthusiasm certainly contagious.
@luannnelson2825
@luannnelson2825 Жыл бұрын
Great video! And I was thinking that my beloved Dorothy Sayers was also a member of the Inklings, but I looked it up and she wasn’t.
@neeeeev
@neeeeev Жыл бұрын
Alice is fab
@northislandguy
@northislandguy Жыл бұрын
Alice would of be the best history teacher, class would be a forever buzz🤙🏽
@kev3d
@kev3d Жыл бұрын
Alice is too fun. Who wouldn't want to join her on her adventures?
@Chris-cf2kp
@Chris-cf2kp Жыл бұрын
She's so cute and knowledgeable, be still my heart - love her style too, fitting for looking back into history as a seeming throw-back to perhaps the 60's/mid-century modern.
@paulgilbert9589
@paulgilbert9589 Жыл бұрын
Very interesting
@seanhallahan14
@seanhallahan14 2 ай бұрын
Love you darling Alice, but very little was said of what lies beneath the University. Please do continue! Love 'n Light best & cheers, Sean
@javiersanchezmejia2350
@javiersanchezmejia2350 Жыл бұрын
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