The Intrepid Fox
ABOUT
A historic pub with roots dating back to 1784, named after statesman Charles James Fox. Originally at 97-99 Wardour Street, it became a prominent goth and heavy metal venue by the 1970s. Known for its distinctive dark, goth-rock aesthetic, featuring black-painted interiors, a mock graveyard, and other macabre decorations. It was a key meeting point for the goth and metal scenes. After closure in 2006, it reopened at 15 St. Giles High Street (2007-2014) before final closure.
SIGNIFICANCE
A 222-year-old pub that became a legendary rock and alternative music haven from the 1970s-2000s. Frequented by Lemmy, Malcolm McLaren, and Rolling Stones insiders. Known as a meeting place for punks, goths, and metalheads. The Wardour St location was forced to close in Sept 2006 when sold for redevelopment into flats. Reopened at St. Giles 2007-2014, closed again due to Crossrail redevelopment.
MUSIC & CHARACTER
MUSIC POLICY
Loud rock and metal
NOTABLE FEATURES
- ▸Black-painted interiors
- ▸Mock graveyard
- ▸Macabre decorations
- ▸Dark goth-rock aesthetic
SOURCES
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- BBC London (news article)222-year-old pub as a haven for rock and alternative music, frequented by Lemmy, Malcolm McLaren and Rolling Stones insiders
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