Camden Town was Amy Winehouse’s spiritual home  the place she moved to at 20, drank at the Hawley Arms, performed her earliest gigs, and lived until her death in July 2011. Today, fans can visit her bronze statue in the Stables Market, follow a street art trail, and walk the same streets that shaped Back to Black.

Amy Jade Winehouse described Camden to her father as her “playground.” She moved here at age 20 during the Frank era of her career and never really left. The neighborhood’s independent spirit, live music scene, and tight-knit community mirrored everything she stood for as an artist.

Where Is the Amy Winehouse Statue in Camden?

The Amy Winehouse statue stands inside the Stables Market at 407 Chalk Farm Road, Camden Town, NW1 8AH. The life-size bronze figure was unveiled on September 14, 2014  what would have been her 31st birthday  and was sculpted by London-based artist Scott Eaton. It stands 175cm tall, matching Amy’s real-life height.

Sculptor Scott Eaton worked closely with Amy’s father, Mitch Winehouse, to develop the design. Eaton filled sketchbooks with “hundreds of subtle variations” on how she would stand, eventually landing on a pose that captures both her strength and  in his own words  “subtle hints of insecurity.” The hand on the hip, the turned-in foot, the slight tilt of the head: every element was intentional.

The statue features Amy’s signature beehive hairdo and high heels, and at the unveiling, a real red rose was placed in her hair  a nod to the accessory she often wore on stage. Mitch Winehouse described seeing the finished piece as “incredibly emotional,” adding: “It is like stopping her in a beautiful moment in time.”

Originally, the statue was planned for a first-floor balcony at the nearby Roundhouse music venue. The idea was vetoed on safety grounds. The Stables Market location, adjacent to the Lock Tavern  one of Amy’s favourite spots  turned out to be a far more fitting home.

Fans regularly leave colorful friendship bracelets on Amy’s wrists, flowers at her feet, and red roses in her hair. If you want the statue to yourself for a photo, arrive early on a weekday morning.

Where Are the Amy Winehouse Murals in Camden?

Several Amy Winehouse murals and street art pieces are scattered across Camden Town, with the most visited located behind the Hawley Arms pub on Castlehaven Road. A formal street art trail, created in collaboration with the Jewish Museum London and Global Street Art, maps works by artists including Captain Kris, Mr. Cenz, Philth, and Amara Por Dios.

The Hawley Arms mural carries extra significance. The pub was rebuilt after a fire on February 9, 2008  a fire Amy actually referenced when accepting her Grammy the same year: “For London, this is for London, ’cause Camden Town ain’t burning down!” The mural behind the pub keeps her presence alive on a wall that’s been repainted and refreshed multiple times since.

Key street art locations:

• Behind the Hawley Arms, Castlehaven Road  the most photographed mural
• Pratt Street  a portrait of Amy with her friend and hairdresser Michael “Irish Michael” Dixon
• Lidlington Place  work by Mr. Cenz
• Miller Street  pieces by Captain Kris and Amara Por Dios
• Camden High Street (Market Hall entrance)  work by Pegasus
• Bayham Street (Carter & Co.)  a piece by Bambi

The Jewish Museum published a downloadable PDF map of the full trail. It’s the most comprehensive resource for self-guided exploration and covers artists and exact locations that most visitor guides overlook.

What Was Amy Winehouse’s Camden  Where Did She Live, Work, and Drink?

Amy Winehouse lived at 30 Camden Square, London, NW1 9XA  her final home, where she died on July 23, 2011, at age 27. Before that, she worked as a teenager at Camden Lock Market and Buck Street Market (The Cages), performed early gigs at the Dublin Castle and Jazz Cafe, and drank regularly at the Hawley Arms.

Camden wasn’t just a backdrop to Amy’s life  it was built into her music, her friendships, and her identity. Here’s the complete trail:

A note on 30 Camden Square: the house is privately owned. Fans still leave flowers and personal notes at the tree across the street. Please respect the property and the current residents  do not graffiti the walls.

Where Can I Find the Amy Winehouse Camden Walking Tour?

Several guided Amy Winehouse walking tours operate in Camden, typically running 2 hours and costing between £15 and £25 per person. GetYourGuide lists multiple options. Self-guided routes typically start at the Roundhouse, move to the Stables Market statue, then continue to the Hawley Arms, Jazz Cafe, and end respectfully near Camden Square.

For those who prefer to go at their own pace, the self-guided route below takes around 90 minutes at a relaxed walk:

1. Roundhouse (Chalk Farm Road)  start where her last UK gig took place
2. Stables Market statue (407 Chalk Farm Road)  the natural centerpiece
3. Hawley Arms (2 Castlehaven Road)  stop for a drink, see the memorabilia
4. Street art trail  follow the Jewish Museum map from here
5. Jazz Cafe (5 Parkway)  a short walk south
6. Camden Music Walk of Fame plaque  outside Camden Town Underground Station, near Barclays Bank (unveiled March 2020; Amy’s plaque was the third added)
7. 30 Camden Square  end the walk with a quiet moment of tribute

Most competitors don’t mention the Camden Music Walk of Fame plaque  one of the most recent permanent tributes to Amy in the area and easy to combine with any walking route.

Where Did Amy Winehouse Eat and Drink in Camden?

Amy’s Camden was anchored around a handful of venues that still welcome visitors today:

• The Hawley Arms  her favourite pub and the place she felt most at home. The walls are covered in memorabilia. Try the Rickstasy if you’re feeling brave (vodka, banana liqueur, Southern Comfort, and Baileys  though staff will tell you it’s largely legend).
• Lock Tavern  close to the statue; a good spot to stop before or after your visit to the Stables Market
• Jazz Cafe still a thriving live music venue; catching a show here puts you in the room where Amy was a regular
• The Good Mixer  a Britpop-era pub on Inverness Street that Amy was known to frequent
• Dingwalls  a longtime Camden live music staple connected to the broader music scene she grew up in

What Tribute Events Take Place at Amy Winehouse’s Camden Locations?

Fans gather at the Stables Market statue every year on July 23 (the anniversary of her death) and September 14 (her birthday). These informal gatherings draw fans from around the world, who leave flowers, bracelets, and handwritten notes. The Roundhouse has hosted tribute concerts in her memory, and various Camden summer events have incorporated Amy Winehouse-themed programming over the years.

What Does the Amy Winehouse Foundation Do?

Following Amy’s death, her father Mitch established the Amy Winehouse Foundation to tackle the impact of drugs and alcohol misuse on young people. The Foundation’s Resilience Programme operates in secondary schools, colleges, and community settings across the UK.

The numbers speak for themselves:

• 460,000+ young people have engaged with drug and alcohol awareness sessions since 2013
• The programme has reached 628 schools and community settings
• An independent evaluation by researchers from the University of Bath and Harvard University covered more than 80,000 young people  one of the largest school-based alcohol and drug education programmes ever evaluated through a charitable partnership in England
• In 2025, 94% of participating pupils reported feeling more knowledgeable about the situations that can lead to substance misuse

The Foundation’s work turns Amy’s story into something that actively protects young people  a legacy far more meaningful than the headlines that followed her death.

Plan Your Visit: A Quick-Reference Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

Where exactly is the Amy Winehouse statue in Camden?
The statue is located inside the Stables Market at 407 Chalk Farm Road, Camden Town, NW1 8AH  near the Chalk Farm Road entrance. It sits adjacent to the Lock Tavern, one of Amy’s favourite spots when she was alive.

When was the Amy Winehouse statue unveiled?
The statue was unveiled on September 14, 2014  what would have been Amy’s 31st birthday. Her father Mitch Winehouse attended the ceremony.

Who sculpted the Amy Winehouse statue?
London-based sculptor Scott Eaton created the statue after being introduced to Mitch Winehouse. Eaton described filling sketchbooks with “hundreds of subtle variations” on Amy’s pose before settling on the final design.

How tall is the Amy Winehouse statue?
The bronze statue stands 175cm  the same height as Amy Winehouse herself.

Where did Amy Winehouse live in Camden?
Amy’s final home was at 30 Camden Square, London, NW1 9XA. Fans still leave flowers and tributes at the tree across the road. The house is privately owned; please do not graffiti the walls.

Where did Amy Winehouse work as a teenager in Camden?
Amy worked at Camden Lock Market and at Buck Street Market (known as The Cages), where she sold candles as a teenager. The Buck Street site has since been redeveloped.

What was Amy Winehouse’s favourite pub in Camden?
The Hawley Arms at 2 Castlehaven Road was Amy’s favourite. She was known to jump behind the bar and pull pints. The pub houses memorabilia and is still open to visitors.

Where can I find Amy Winehouse murals in Camden?
The most visited mural is behind the Hawley Arms. A full street art trail, mapped by the Jewish Museum London in collaboration with Global Street Art, includes works on Pratt Street, Miller Street, Lidlington Place, and Camden High Street.

Is there a guided Amy Winehouse walking tour in Camden?
Yes. Several operators, including those listed on GetYourGuide, run Amy Winehouse-themed walking tours in Camden. Tours typically last around 2 hours and cost between £15 and £25 per person.

How many young people has the Amy Winehouse Foundation reached since 2013?
Since 2013, the Amy Winehouse Foundation’s Resilience Programme has engaged more than 460,000 young people across 628 schools and community settings in the UK. An independent evaluation by University of Bath and Harvard University researchers covered over 80,000 participants.