Britpop Camden: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in London

Highlights

Itinerary

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   Royal Observatory Greenwich

   A popular café in Camden, where many musicians and fans would meet up, capturing the social essence of the Britpop era.

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   Royal Observatory Greenwich

   Pass through Camden Town, famed for its market, a warren of fashion and curiosities by the Regent’s Canal.

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   This is the Electric Ballroom nightclub, the iconic Camden music venue and club that has been here since 1938 despite being bombed in 1941 and threatened with demolition in 2004.

   Unless you're here in the evening, the place will likely be closed. However, there are sometimes events on Sunday afternoons.

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4. 4

   Royal Observatory Greenwich

   Camden’s most celebrated music pub. A legendary venue in the Camden music scene, frequented by many Britpop bands.

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5. 5

   The bustling main street of Camden, filled with music shops, pubs, and venues that were integral to the Britpop scene.

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   The Good Mixer pub is so embedded in Britpop history that decades later, people still come here hoping to find some of the magic that drew the likes of Blur and Oasis through its doors.

   Feel free to pop in for a pint and a go on the jukebox if they still have one. Owners have attempted to refurb and reinvent the place, but it remains forever 'The Mixer'

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   Royal Observatory Greenwich

   My Life Story’s Last Chance Saloon. A notable live music venue in Camden where many Britpop bands played.

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   There's been a market here since 1851, and until recently you can mainly buy produce here.

   Out On The Floor Records has been here for decades, starting out as a market stall and then moving into its current premises In the vinyl phobic 90s this was once of the few places you could fine the stuff. Of course, you are welcome to go in and see if you can find the rarest of beasts, an original vinyl album from the 1990s.

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free

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   Royal Observatory Greenwich

   My Life Story’s Last Chance Saloon. A notable live music venue in Camden where many Britpop bands played.

   Pass by (no stop)•Admission free•See on map

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    Royal Observatory Greenwich

    A picturesque street in Primrose Hill, offering a contrast to the bustling Camden Town and showcasing the neighborhood's charm.

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    Primrose Hill

    The view so nice here, as Damon Albarn once said. Feel free to rest and take in the view across London, it's also a great spot to have a picnic on a nice sunny day. You might find yourself at the exact spot where the cover photo for Wonderwall was taken.

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Meeting point

The walk starts from Caffe 43 in Pratt Street, a five minute walk from Camden Town tube station. Before arrival, install the VoiceMap app and use the code provided on your ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart any time and complete at your own pace.

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Pickup

• Everyone meets at the start point

Know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• VOICEMAP CODE ─── Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour. This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code. DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS ─── Once you've received your code, please follow these steps: Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app Create an account Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes Enter your code then select Download Now PLEASE NOTE ─── You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point. This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next. When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point. Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour. SUPPORT ─── For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]

Cancellation and refunds

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.