Rock’n’Roll London guide Adam writes…
One of London’s finest old school record
shops is up for sale.
On the Beat, tucked away in Hanway Street (above),
is on eBay for offers over £300,000.
It’s a bargain. At twice the price.
And we were delighted to see that owner Tim
Derbyshire has used a photo from this very blog on his auction!
Speaking to The Daily Telegraph, Tim
explained he was looking for a buyer who is, “Eccentric and not worried about
making ends meet. I don't want someone to do it for the money, I want them to
do it for the passion. Nobody's ever going to get rich quick running the
place."
I’m leading the Rock’n’Roll London Walk
this Friday at 2:00pm. If enough of you join me (and on Wednesday night for the
Rock’n’Roll Pub Walk) then perhaps I can raise the money to buy it.
You can view the auction HERE. (Postage hasn't been specified.)
A
London Walk costs £9 – £7 concession. To join a London Walk, simply meet your
guide at the designated tube station at the appointed time. Details of all
London Walks can be found at www.walks.com.