Syd's floorboards unveiling

YOUR chance to see the iconic floorboards from the cover of Syd Barrett's The Madcap Laughs. Free! Book your slot now. Part of The Piper's THE MADCAP'S LASTING LAST series of events. 

1.45pm Short introduction, speech and ribbon-cutting ceremony in the venue bar with Jenny Spires (Syd’s ex-partner), Jill Drower (former habitué of the UFO club, Exploding Galaxy member and film maker) and venue owner Chris Barnett
The unveiling of the the floorboards and a one-time-only chance to see the full set in place. Timed photo opportunity slots. Book your slot online at The Piper website now.
When Pink Floyd founder Syd Barrett painted the floorboards of his London flat blue and orange in 1969, he could never have imagined that over fifty years later, they would be the subject of an intense auction bidding war, end up on display in a venue renowned for its programme of fiercely independent music and be at the heart of an eight-day festival celebrating all things psychedelic. 

The painted floorboards graced the cover of Syd’s debut 1970 album, The Madcap Laughs, in what is now an iconic image of the era. Rather than being whisked overseas or hidden in a private collection, the colourful planks are set to be unveiled then displayed at The Piper.

The party to celebrate the unveiling of the boards runs from 4th-11th July, the 20th anniversary of Barrett’s death. Highlights include shows from Bernard Butler, The Ozric Tentacles and Twink, an all-day festival of new psychedelic sounds, panel discussions and more!