St. Martin-in-the-Fields
St. Martin-in-the-Fields at Trafalgar Square has been featuring a popular Lunchtime Concert Series for over 60 years.
St. Martin-in-the-Fields is a beautiful old Anglican Church located at the northeast corner of Trafalgar Square. The present building was completed in 1726 and features a classical style with Corintian columns and a high steeple. We have included this church in our 'Theatres and Venues' section because it features a popular Lunchtime Concert Series performed on Monday, Tuesday and Friday at 1pm., a concept similar to that at St.James's Piccadilly St.
This enjoyable series has a history going back to the beginning of World War II during which a series of Lunchtime Concerts were held at the neighbouring National Gallery. The St. Martin's Church took over the concert series at the end of the war. The concerts promote emerging new talent and provide musicians a professional venue where they can perform for an appreciative large audience. You can be asured that these concerts are of a very high quality and the church is well known for having excellent acoustics.
While these concerts are technically free, they are more than worth the suggested donation of £3.50 which also helps with work done by the church. In addition to the Lunchtime Concerts the church also features Jazz Nights.
It is also worth noting the St. Martin-in-the-Fields has a cafeteria located downstairs in the 18th century crypt. This hidden spot serves breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner. The food and service are rather uninspiring, however the prices are very cheap for this area. The menu changes daily to reflect local ingredients.
To see what concerts are upcoming at St. Martin-in-the-Fields check the calendar on their official website which is linked to below.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: NoSt. Martin-in-the-Fields Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Address: Trafalgar Sq, London WC2N 4JJ, UK
Phone: 020 7766 1100
Official Website: St. Martin-in-the-Fields
St. Martin-in-the-Fields Reviews
Rated out of 5
The light projection show on the side of the church was utterly mesmerizing. Vivid, shifting geometric shapes cascaded across the ancient stone, transforming sacred walls into a living canvas. The colours pulsed and flowed in hypnotic patterns, creating a trance-like rhythm that felt almost spiritual in itself. There was something profoundly moving about seeing divine architecture illuminated in such a modern, ethereal way. It was as if the timeless sanctity of the church met the infinite possibilities of human imagination. It felt less like a spectacle and more like a shared meditation, a moment of awe where faith and art became one.
Tom Mistry - 3 months ago
A great church in the cental of London. Apart from ba church it has got a lot of events on, a gallery, a shop and a cafe in the crypt. The church has got a very warm feeling when you do enter it and the new east window with its unique design that emphasises the light coming in it was amazing to see.
Kypriopoulla - a month ago
I went her for the first time for the Music from The Movies by candlelight event. The concert was amazing and the music was incredible!
The church is very beautiful and has amazing acoustics. However you must sit really close to the front of you want to see the performancer's playing thier instruments.
Tony - 2 months ago
Went to see Joep Beving in the church performing his piano repetoire. Amazing sound and acoustics. Downstairs in the crypt was a bar serving drinks.
Chev M - 3 weeks ago
I went to see a concert. The church has wonderful acoustic and is perfect for classical music. You will hear perfectly well from any seat, but if you want to see the concert, buy the better seats. There is also excellent cafe at the crypt downstairs with good food and drinks, and even a souvenir shop.
Guy Avni - 4 months ago
Directions
| Tube Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Northern and Piccadilly Lines | Leicester Square | 3 MInutes |
| Bakerloo Line | Charing Cross | 4 Minutes |
| District and Circle Lines | Embankment | 8 Minutes |
How to get to St. Martin-in-the-Fields by Tube
From Leicester Square Station walk south along Charing Cross Road.
From Charing Cross Station take the Trafalgar Square Exit.
From Embankment Station head northwest along Villiers Street then left on Strand and slight right on Duncannon Street.
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