Royal Albert Hall

Kensington Gore, London, SW7 2AP Full details & map

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Built as a memorial to Queen Victoria's husband in 1871, the Royal Albert Hall's vast rotunda was once described by the monarch as looking like 'the British constitution'. It has been the venue for the (now BBC) Proms since 1941, despite acoustics that do orchestras few favours. The Royal Albert Hall's splendid exterior is matched by the regal red-and-gold interior which, crowned by a domed stained-glass skylight. Occasional classical concerts are held throughout the year - look out for recitals on the Willis pipe organ. Other key events in its calendar include pop and comedy gigs (including the annual Teenage Cancer Trust shows), and circus extravaganzas from the likes of Cirque du Soleil.


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Royal Albert Hall Tours

Until Aug 31 2010 Museums & Attractions

Guided tours of the vast oval hall designed not by architects but by a couple of engineers, Captain Francis Fowke and Major General HY Darracott, who were inspired by Roman amphitheatres, last arou...

Music for Youth School Proms

Nov 9-11 Kids  

Over the course of three concerts 3,000 young musicians and singers showcase the range and quality of music-making in schools all over the country, demonstrating that while pundits bemoan the lack...

WILD & LIVE: Bryan Adams + Peter Andre +...

Sat Nov 14 Music  

The 'wild' clearly doesn't refer to the lineup, but rather to the benefitting cause, ie the Born Free Foundation. Funds raised will help save the lives of over 25,000 wild animals, including lions,...

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Royal Albert Hall details

Address
Kensington Gore, London, SW7 2AP

Transport South Kensington 

Telephone

020 7589 8212

Royal Albert Hall website

Times Up to six tours a day, Thur-Tue

Prices £8, £7 concs, £4.50 disabled, under-fives free, £25 family ticket (2 adults, 3 children); Ignite Brunch (Sunday brunch & live music) £25 or £29 with tour, no concs

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