The Stockport Music Map Tour
Discover Stockport's musical history from The Beatles to Blossoms
Overview
Stockport has a unique musical heritage that spans from the 1960's to the present day. The Stockport Music Map Walking Tour, hosted by your tour guide John Barratt, takes you on a fascinating walk through Stockport’s Old Town to all the significant places of interest in Stockport’s musical history with an entertaining commentary rich in detail and passion for the town. Packed full of music stories, fascinating facts and intriguing locations, John's limitless knowledge and boundless enthusiasm for Stockport will bring this tour to life for every visitor, whatever their age may be.
Each music tour starts and ends at different venues in Stockport Old Town. There is also the option to tailor the tour to your own requirements by enjoying hospitality along the way or at the end of the Tour.
Highlights
- The Sinking Ship, the club in Royal Oak Yard where The Jimi Hendrix Experience played in 1967
- Stockport Museum, in Market Place, location of the Strawberry Studios archive
- Strawberry Recording Studios on Waterloo Road, where 10cc was formed and Martyn Hannett produced Unknown pleasures
- The Tabernacle Club, where Stockport teenagers watched Jimi Hendrix, Pink Floyd and Small Faces play live 1966-1969
- Sarah Harding, the site of the street mural and commemorative plaque in her memory for her achievements with Girls Aloud
- Plus many more sites of significance
What's included
- 2 hour walking tour hosted by a local music historian
Know before you go
Where possible, The Stockport Music Map Tour will include a visit to the Strawberry Studios exhibition and archive. This is dependent on the Museum being open to the public.
We recommend that you check the weather forecast and come prepared with clothing appropriate for the weather.
Cancellation policy
Face-value refunds can only be offered if the event is cancelled or postponed as agreed upon purchase.
