Walking Tour: Punk Chelsea
Location:
National Army Museum (Info Point)
Date & time:
Wednesday 24 Sep 2025, 11.00am - 1.00pm
Price:
£20.00
Explore Chelsea’s instrumental role in the London punk scene with expert tour guide Steven Szymanski.
About the event
In the 1970s, punk erupted onto the streets of Chelsea. The King’s Road became a hub for all things punk, with artists, fashion icons and musicians flocking to the area.
From Malcom McLaren’s headquarters to Vivienne Westwood’s iconic Sex boutique, Steven Szymanski highlights Chelsea’s punk heritage, revisiting the days of counterculture, self-expression and rebellion.
This tour will start and finish at the National Army Museum. It will last approximately two hours.
About the speaker
Steven Szymanski is a Blue Badge Guide. His walking tours focus on London’s modern musical heritage, but he is also an expert on London transport and the impact of the First and Second World Wars on the capital.
FAQs
Is the National Army Museum accessible?Yes, the National Army Museum is fully accessible. If you need further access information or help please do get in touch at info@nam.ac.uk or call 020 7730 0717,
Bikes (including folding bikes) and scooters are not permitted. There are bike racks located along Royal Hospital Road. These can be used to secure any bikes and scooters.
Please do not secure any bikes or scooters to the railings outside the Royal Hospital Chelsea or Burton Court. Any items secure to these railings will be removed.
Walks will continue in wet conditions, so please dress appropriately.
Please adhere to the age range specified for events on the listings page and if appropriate please book a ticket for your child. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult approved by the parent/guardian. This person can accompany a maximum of four children per event. Where permitted, any child over the age of two needs their own seat for events.
The event organiser cannot be responsible for unsupervised children.
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