StrummerWalk Tour: Tracing Joe Strummer's & The Clash's Legacy in West London
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Greater London
Embark on the StrummerWalk Tour and trace the footsteps of Joe Strummer and The Clash in West London. Explore iconic locations, recording studios, pubs, and more in this legendary part of the city.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Portobello Road Market - We will visit legendary sites connected with Joe Strummer/The Clash
What's Included
  • All Saturday Tours include a free beer
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
Additional Information

As Trenchtown was significant for Bob Marley, so was Ladbroke Grove for Joe Strummer and The Clash.
A guided walk unveils the crucial sites related to Joe Strummer and The Clash in West London.
Beginning at the Ladbroke Grove station, our path meanders through postcodes W10, W11, and W9. We track Joe Strummer’s evolution from Woody Mellor— a hippie, illegal occupier, and pub musician— to the punk rock idol he became with the Clash as a voice of his era.
We visit pubs, music studios, concert locations, prior illegally occupied buildings, residences, and renowned photo/ film spots, all situated in this famed district of London.

Location
Ladbroke Grove
By the exit in Ladbroke Grove
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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A8725gkandys
May 25, 2024
Absolute must for strummer fans - Went the strummerwalk with my mate with Aiden as our guide this is a must for any strummer or clash fan Aiden was brilliant with his knowledge of all things strummer and the clash but also the areas we visit absolutely fascinating loved it great walk great company 👍
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Bounce1964
May 25, 2024
An absolute must for all fans of the only band that matters - Myself and my best pal joined The Strummer Walk on Saturday 18th May 2024, and what a brilliant decision it turned out to be. I’ve been on guided tours before, but nothing compares to this tour. Our host Aiden was like a close friend after just a few minutes in his company and was so knowledgeable on all things Strummer and The Clash. We actually learned quite a few new facts on a subject that we thought we knew inside out having followed the band since 15 years of age ( we’re now 60 years old). Aiden is local to the area, being born and raised there and has many interesting stories and anecdotes revolving around the band and the whole area around Ladbroke Grove. He managed to keep us interested for well over two hours,sharing his knowledge, personal experiences and factual accounts that we thoroughly enjoyed. We saw everything that we could wish to see including Joes house and the squatters houses in Ladbroke Grove and Elgin Grove. I’m sure we could have spent the whole day with Aiden, his stories were so gripping, at times it was almost like we were back in the late 70’s and early 80’s at the heyday of the band. We even went for a drink with Aiden at the end of the tour and fully enjoyed his company. Thank you Aidan, the tour was unforgettable . We shall recommend you to any Clash fans that we meet along the way. Absolutely a five star tour ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Exploration192364
May 19, 2024
Great look at the man and his times - I had a great time with Aidan on the Strummer Walk. He was a great guide, giving the history of the area as well as Joe's story. i liked that Aidan didn't build up his own story; he admitted that the only time he ever saw Strummer off the stage was buying weed at the betting shop. I was so attentive throughout the whole tour that I hardly even took any photos!
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Ivan
May 17, 2024
In the road of Joe Strummer - My and my wife lived Aidan tour. He described Joe’s life in Notthing Hill not like a God or a myth but like a man, with strengths and weakness. He talked about neightboor gentrification and has been a great experience if you loved Strummer from 101r’s to Mescalores. High raccomandet
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Michaelcc9159gd
May 4, 2024
Great Clash/History London Tour - Really enjoyed the clash tour with Aiden, very very knowledgeable and enjoyed the stories and fascinating places. Definitely recommend this.
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Antoinettet27
Apr 21, 2024
We loved it! So much fun! - We loved the Strummer walk! If you are a clash, fan or Joe Strummer fan, this is a must when you are visiting London. We had the best time and learned so much. We saw so many cool sites where Joe Strummer played and learned a lot about London rock history. Aiden thanks so much for the awesome tour! Antoinette and Michael
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Resort15158872279
Apr 17, 2024
Great knowledge and enthusiasm - Aiden had endless knowledge about The Clash and Joe Strummer, along with any other music that came up during the tour. He was fascinating to talk to and it definitely stood out as a highlight of our trip.
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758dhs
Mar 18, 2024
This is a public service announcement . . . . . With Guitar! - My son is the worlds biggest teenage Clash and Joe Strummer fan. It's really what got him excited about playing guitar. During our March trip to London I surprised him with this tour. Let me just start by saying Aidan knows his material. He is an encyclopedia of English music from the period, and this tour delivered. We focused on the neighborhood links to the 101ers, Joe Strummer and the Clash such as their flop houses, early Pub gigs, and recording studio. But there was so much more to learn from someone who lived through the era, gigging at 14 in the late 70's. I am sure this tour can be tailored from someone just curious about The Clash and that period of music to the expert looking to experience first hand. I even enjoyed a pint of Guinness with Aidan at the end of the tour at one of Strummer's old haunts. We will be looking to do another FlipsideLondon tour on our next visit to London.
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T16pedavec
Mar 18, 2024
Great Time - Had a really interesting and informative couple of hours with Aidan, not only does it help that he is a Clash/ Music fan, he also worked and lived around the area at various times so it's all first hand knowledge not something that someone has just read and regurgitates to their audience, and even if you know a lot about the Clash or area trust me there will be something new that you learn, will book on to some more of Aidan's tours soon,thanx Aidan
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Andy
Feb 27, 2024
Aidan’s amazing anarchic tour - I can only really repeat what everyone else has said. This tour is absolutely brilliant. If you can’t get on with Aidan, there’s something wrong with you. He’ll have you in stitches with his storytelling and irreverent humour. This isn’t just a Joe strummer/clash walk which he is an absolute expert of. You’ll learn so much about the history of Notting Hill in Aidan’s lifetime and before. I loved hearing about the stories and history of the Irish and West Indian communities here. This is the best £ you will spend in London.Can’t wait to do another one, absolutely fantastic bloke and tour. Andy and Kate
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