7. Did you know there is a Colonel Fawcett Day?
No, neither did we. But fancy a little pre-Alma warm-up? Then head down to the Randolph Street boozer, which on Saturday – aided and abetted by a vat of gin – celebrates the “life and death” of the not-quite-iconic fella himself. (If you didn’t know, back in the 19th century Lieutenant-Colonel David Fawcett was mortally wounded in a duel with his brother-in-law in fields behind what is now the Unicorn on the corner of Brecknock Road/Camden Road. Carried to an upstairs room in the Camden Arms, he died two days later.)
The colonel was apparently a fan of mother’s ruin. “So we are offering free gin in the function room from 2pm – 5pm from a multitude of boutique gin companies; then it turns into a bit of a party till 2am,” says co-owner Ross.
By all means head down there, but don’t spoil yourself before the big day on Sunday.
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5 thoughts on “Pinboard: Alma Street Festival 2013 – and books, music and gin”
How do I get a t-shirt? I live on Alma street but we’re sadly on holiday for the festival…
Cheers!
Hi Louise – simply go to our online shop – read more about the range (and buy) here:
http://www.kentishtowner.co.uk/2013/06/20/new-artist-designed-kentishtowner-t-shirts-and-tote-bags/
Thanks for the mention re Art Street will have some great artists showing their wares as well as free art workshops from 12 – 5pm including book binding, silk painting and litho printing.
So come and get your hands dirty!
I just heard Hannibal Rex is playing at the fair! Rockin!
Do you know where I could get an NW5 tote bag from?
Thanks