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London Self-Guided Camp History Tour
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- London, United Kingdom
- Updated November 2, 2026
Explore Mayfair and Soho on a self-guided audio walk through London’s camp history, from Beau Brummell to Old Compton Street.
About this tour
Discover London’s camp history on a self-guided audio walk through Mayfair and Soho, where stories of style, protest, and self-expression unfold along the streets. Created by a professor of English and historian of LGBTQ+ culture, this tour brings the city’s subversive past into focus through vivid commentary and atmospheric soundscapes.
Begin beneath the blue plaque at 4 Chesterfield St and follow GPS-triggered audio past the former home of dandy Beau Brummell and the glamour of The Ritz. Continue to the site where David Bowie got his big break and the theater where Josephine Baker captivated London. Offline audio, maps, and geodata let you keep exploring without relying on a data connection, while the flexible format gives you time to pause and take in the surroundings. The route ends among the neon lights of Old Compton Street.
Choose this London Self-Guided Camp History Tour to explore at your own pace and hear the stories behind the landmarks. Start whenever you’re ready and experience a distinctive side of London through its streets and characters.
Highlights
- Trace camp culture through Mayfair and Soho
- Hear stories of Beau Brummell, David Bowie, and Josephine Baker
- Explore at your own pace with GPS-triggered audio
- Finish among the neon lights of Old Compton Street
What's included
Included
- Unlimited lifetime access to the tour before and after your booking date
- Virtual playback option to listen like an audiobook from anywhere
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Self-guided GPS tour with flexible pacing
- Directions to the starting point and automatic tour start
Not included
- Tickets to optional attractions en route
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Important information
- Bring your own smartphone and headphones
- Start under the blue plaque at 4 Chesterfield St, London W1J 5JF, UK
- Service animals are allowed
- Public transportation is available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
Where does the tour start?
Meet under the blue plaque at 4 Chesterfield St, London W1J 5JF, UK.
What should I bring?
Bring your own smartphone and headphones.
Can I take the tour offline?
Yes. Audio, maps, and geodata are available offline.
Is this a guided group tour?
No. It is a self-guided GPS audio tour that you can explore at your own pace.
Are attraction tickets included?
No. Tickets to optional attractions en route are excluded.
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