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British Punk was born in the Kings Road Chelsea but came of age in the clubs and dives of Soho and the surrounding area. Soho was a very different area in the mid seventies so join your guide Aidan McManus as he brings it to life and introduces you to the seminal historic punk characters and sites.
The Clubs, Marquee, Vortex, 100 Club, Roxy, Louise's and Notre Dame Hall, Strip club gigs, inspirational market stalls and boozers,where was the first Sex Pistols gig? Crash pads, Lesbian club hangouts and The Jam having run ins with the law, this tour has it all!!
The tour lasts two hours but the walking part takes less than half of it as we stop and I talk about the above places, its not a trek, it goes ahead whatever the weather.
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Departure Point
Tottenham Court Road Station, Oxford St, London W1D 2DH, UK
Outside Exit 1, opposite The Flying Horse Pub
Return Details
Century House, 100 Oxford St, London W1D 1LL, UK
We finish outside the 100 Club which is about 200 yds from the starting point
Soho, London, United Kingdom See legendary sites where punk gestated and grew into the worldwide phenomenon it became 120 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Karen_M
08 Jul 2025
Our guide was highly informative and really knew his punk history, having lived through it himself. He also brought photos which really brought the past back.
F8220OHdavidr
07 Jul 2025
This is a must for anyone learning about the formation and existence of this iconic band.
Aidan wisely sets the scene and describes the mid seventies. Three channel TV, prog rock, pubs closing at 10.30, bland pop and a dreary, boring capital city.
The tour leadings us to key meeting and rehearsal spots, early gigs and the struggle to break through, it wasn’t overnight. Aidan is a mine of interesting and witty information, dispelling daft myths about Mohicans, studded leather jackets and the later cartoon punks.
Join the tour, there won’t be a better walk regarding one of the most important English bands and the roots of the Soho 70's music scene
202catherinek
02 Jul 2025
We booked the Original Soho Punk Tock Tour with Aidan, and it turned out to be the best part of our whole London trip. We actually missed our scheduled time, but Aidan, absolute legend, offered us a private tour instead. He was a young teen when the punk scene exploded, and his stories made everything come alive as he took us through clubs, alleyways, and hidden corners packed with music history. The wildest part—we ran into Glen Matlock on the street, had a chat, and even got a photo. Pure magic. Aidan is insanely knowledgeable and so much fun to hang out with. If you love music, history, or just want an unforgettable London experience, book this tour!
This tour in
London
is organized by
FlipsideLondon Tours
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