Wigmore Hall
Wigmore Hall is an intimate venue for piano recitals, chamber music, jazz and song and provides nearly perfect acoustics
Wigmore Hall opened in 1901 as the Bechstein Hall. It was built by a a C. Bechstein Pianoforefabrik, a German piano manufacturer that had it's showroom right next door. During the First World War the hall was confiscated as enemy property due to it's German ownership. It was sold in an auction and re-opened in 1917 as Wigmore Hall.
The hall, which was recently and extensively refurbished in 2004 is noted for having near perfect acoustics for classical music.
Wigmore Hall features over 400 performances each season. They also have their own recording label and they broadcast a concert every week over the BBC Radio network and via the internet.
The Wigmore Hall presents audiences with a wide variety of dance performances including contemporary, tango, hip hop, flamenco and more.
For more information about the Wigmore Hall including upcoming performances visit their official website.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: YesWigmore Hall Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 11:30 AM – 7:45 PM
- Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 7:45 PM
- Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 7:45 PM
- Thursday: 11:30 AM – 7:45 PM
- Friday: 11:30 AM – 7:45 PM
- Saturday: 11:30 AM – 7:45 PM
- Sunday: 11:30 AM – 7:45 PM
Address: 36 Wigmore St, London W1U 2BP, UK
Phone: 020 7935 2141
Official Website: Wigmore Hall
Wigmore Hall Reviews
Rated out of 5
One of London's most famous yet intimate concert halls. With world class artists performing to packed enthusiastic audiences in a very unfussy setting. Always a joy and highly recommended if you're in town check out what's on an treat yourself.
There's a great bar and restaurant too where you can relax before and after or just drop into.
Mikhail Lumanov - a week ago
I attended a concert here last week, the second one I've been to at Wigmore Hall. The venue itself is fantastic, perfect for chamber music, being small and intimate. Every seat has a good view of the stage, and the venue is impeccably well kept and tidy. Tickets are well priced, and for under 25s are often free. Under 35s also get discounted tickets. For the concert I saw, the venue was only half full, which seems a shame considering the quality of the event, so I would definitely recommend that anyone in London book tickets for a concert here.
Sam Keys - 2 weeks ago
Great place for music & refreshments. So welcoming - very friendly & helpful staff - always! It is a compact hall & the acoustics wonderful. Probably my favourite place in London for baroque music & recitals. Back again later this month!
Brian Dotson - a month ago
A beautiful Victorian hall where you can sit, listen and relax.
Found out about its existence through a colleague and decided to experiment one cold night. It’s such a lovely place, a bit like a time capsule just off Bond Street.
Went to listen to a string quartet - felt my emotions quite attuned to the rhythm of the compositions and the excellent musicians. I’ll definitely come back.
The hall is easily accessible by public transport. There is a bar/restaurant but didn’t have the chance to try it. The music room is good size, not too big and comfortable.
Maria Elisabete Gaspar - 2 months ago
Clean, comfortable with a real history as a music venue. Welcoming staff, coffee/sherry after concert a real treat. Not big, very suited to the piano recital.
Jim Ballantine - 4 weeks ago
Directions
| Tube Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Central and Jubilee Lines | Bond Street | 6 MInutes |
| Bakerloo, Central and Victoria Lines | Oxford Circus | 8 MInutes |
How to get to Wigmore Hall by Tube
From Bond Street Station exit onto Oxford Street and walk to your right (east), then go left on Maryleborne Lane, then right on Wigmore Street. The Hall is a little ahead on your left.
From Oxford Circus Station exit onto Regent Street and head north, then go left on Cavendish Place, then continue on Wigmore Street. Wigmore Hall is on your right.
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