The StrummerWalk
Overview
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2 hours
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What Trenchtown was to Bob Marley Ladbroke Grove was to Joe Strummer and The Clash.
A walking tour taking in the key locations associated with Joe Strummer and The Clash's West London.
Starting at Ladbroke Grove station we wind our way through W10, W11 and W9. We chart the development of Joe Strummer from Woody Mellor, hippie, squatter and pub rocker through to punk rock stardom with the Clash and spokesman for a generation.
We check out pubs, recording studios, gig venues, former squats, homes and iconic photo/film locations all located in this legendary part of London.
About your guide
Aidan McManus is an award-winning tour guide, historian, broadcaster, and curator of music-related film events. West London-born of Irish heritage, he was a teenage participant in the punk scene and later its soul, 2-Tone and rave cultures.He is the host of Flipside London Radio, a fortnightly Portobello Radio programme focusing on books, music, history and youth culture.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Entrance fee
Private transportation
What To Expect
Portobello Road Market
We will visit legendary sites connected with Joe Strummer/The Clash
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The StrummerWalk
Reviews
168 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A must for true Clash fans and those interested in the Punk era
Chris G,
Sep 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00This is an excellent tour! Aidan is very knowledgeable and was part of the scene when Joe and the rest of The Clash, and other bands, got their start in Ladbroke Grove and surrounding area. You could feel the history as he brought you to each site and explained the significance. Loved it!
Strummerwalk
James W,
Jul 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00We are big clash fans. Aiden is a great guide. Very knowledgeable and funny. Our tour was supposed to 2 hours lasted 3.5. Well worth it.
Tour for True Clash Fan
Ellen P,
Jun 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our tour guide, Aidan, grew up in the area at the same time the Clash was forming and playing in local pubs. This gave the whole tour an authenticity that is rare and valuable. We viewed many sites where the band performed, recorded and were photographed for some of their iconic album covers.
You should stay and you should go!!
Scott C,
Jun 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00This tour is a must for Clash fans, Joe Strummer fans, or fans of great British groups from the 70’s and 80’s. Aiden is a fantastic, knowledgeable, legitimate, and very funny guide. You won’t be disappointed.
Go see Aidan to learn about Joe
Joe L,
Jan 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Aidan was incredible. He's got all the stories and first hand experience from this moment in time. A man not short on opinions, I can't imagine anyone else to lead this tour.
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