Photography Gavin Watson, courtesy of YOUTH CLUBPhotography / LightboxThe subcultures that brought the UK togetherFrom the 80s rave scene to the East London grime MCs of the early 00s, a new exhibition offers an ode to the unity of British youth and its subculturesShareLink copied ✔️April 10, 2017PhotographyLightboxText Niall Flynn YOUTH CLUB’s Unite and Take Over Currently on show is Unite and Take Over, a celebratory documentation of the UK subcultures that brought us together, curated by London not-for-profit organisation YOUTH CLUB. Located within the Camden Stables Market, the exhibition captures some of London’s most iconic youth movements, tracking the evolution of the city’s countercultural activity – from the rave scene of the 80s, to the East London grime MCs of the early 00s. Dave Swindells, Gavin Watson, Normski and Molly Macindoe are just some of the photographers whose work features in the vast collection. Speaking with Dazed Digital in 2016 about her work, Macindoe said: “Despite vast demographic differences and diverse personalities, these individuals share common experiences that have shaped them as people. “Whether their childhood days were spent on traveller sites or in public schools, what they have in common is individualism, independence, and creativity. These shared qualities have forged a network across the world, which is constantly growing and changing.” The exhibition runs until June 2. The organisers have announced that the venue will serve as an “adult youth club”, featuring a nostalgic collection of vintage arcade games, music and table tennis, as well as old school snacks and drinks. Unite and Take Over runs until June 2 at Camden Stables Market Photography Dave Swindells, courtesy of YOUTH CLUBEscape the algorithm! Get The DropEmail address SIGN UP Get must-see stories direct to your inbox every weekday. Privacy policy Thank you. You have been subscribed Privacy policy Expand your creative community and connect with 15,000 creatives from around the world.TrendingWhat do sex workers actually think of Euphoria?Almost every female character in season three of Sam Levinson’s controversial series is involved in some form of sex work. We examine what the show gets right and wrong about the industryFilm & TVFashionMet Gala 2026: Dazed editors pick who they want to see on the red carpetOakley FashionGoing ‘field mode’ with Roger ScottBeautyNude awakening: Meet the young people embracing naturismArt & PhotographyPetra Collins’ dark, twisted portrait of pop stardomArt & PhotographyThe most loved photo stories of April 2026Beauty10 of the hottest Instagram accounts fusing art, sex and eroticaLife & CultureLeah Williamson: ‘I will never, ever regret spending so long at Arsenal’Life & CultureBuilding a cyberdeck is the most punk thing you can do right nowEscape the algorithm! Get The DropEmail address SIGN UP Get must-see stories direct to your inbox every weekday. Privacy policy Thank you. You have been subscribed Privacy policy