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Local Venues

Local venues and events

Below is an assortment of some of the locations in and around Belsize where concerts, exhibitions, and talks are held. Some events are also available online and/or via Zoom. Full contact information and details of future events may be found on the respective websites.

Belsize Community Library,
14 Antrim Road, NW3 4XR

www.thewinch.org/belsize-community-library

Adult and Children’s libraries, computer access.
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Open Mondays and Tuesdays, 10.00-18.00, Wednesdays, 12.00-20.00.
There are also some regular events in the evenings, see Activities
Friends of BCL host monthly talks: bcltalks@yahoo.com

Swiss Cottage Library,
Avenue Road, NW3 4XR

Swiss Cottage Library 

You can visit the library to browse and borrow books, DVDs, CDs, use our public computers, or find a quiet place to study. Library of Things also (rent useful household, DIY and gardening items).

Hampstead Old Town Hall
Haverstock Hill, NW3 4QP

St StephenWAC Arts 

This prominent old ‘vestry hall’ with a rich history hosts the WAC Arts Trust, the University of the Third Age,  Akademi South Asian Dance and occasional concerts, weddings and other events. WAC provides many courses for young people 

Camden Arts Centre,
corner of Arkwright & Finchley Roads, NW3 6DG

www.camdenartscentre.org

The centre was established in 1965 as a place for art and artists, making, viewing and discussing contemporary art through a programme of exhibitions, learning, courses, events and residencies.
Online Archive: previous exhibitions and projects available at https://archive.camdenartscentre.org/archive
Open Wednesday-Sunday, 11.00-18.00.
Cafe open Thursday-Sunday, 11.00-18.00.

Burgh House & Hampstead Museum,
New End Square, NW3 1LT

www.burghhouse.org.uk

A grade 1 listed Queen Anne house which is an accredited museum and space for cultural events including exhibitions, talks, concerts and workshops.
Open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Sunday, 10.00-16.00.
Cafe open Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, 10.00-17.00 and Saturday & Sunday, 9:30-17:30.

Isokon Gallery,
Lawn Road, NW3 2XD

www.isokongallery.co.uk

The gallery tells the story of the Isokon building, the pioneering modern apartment block opened in 1934 including the architecture, furniture and artists, architects, authors and spies who have lived there.
Open Saturdays and Sundays, 11.00 -16.00.
Reopens in Spring with new annual exhibition.

Keats House,
10 Keats Grove, NW3 2RR

www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/things-to-do/attractions-museums-entertainment/keats-house

Keats House is a museum in a Regency villa where Romantic poet John Keats lived from 1818 until 1820.
Open for visits Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays at 11.00, 12.15, 14.15, 15.30.
Pay at door or prebook at keatsevents@eventbrite.co.uk; email keatshouse@cityoflondon.gov.uk; phone 020 7332 3868.

Keats Community Library
10 Keats Grove, NW3 2RR

Keats Library

This library, alongside Keats House houses an adult and a children’s library and often hosts readings and other events

Open Tuesday – Sunday from 10am weekdays and 12pm at weekends (check website for details)

Hampstead Community Centre 
76 Hampstead High Street, NW3 1RE

Hampstead Community Centre 

The Hampstead Community Centre and its vibrant outdoor Community Market lie at the heart of Hampstead Village life. The centre hosts an eclectic mix of activities, talks and indoor weekend markets and its doors are open seven days a week to the local community and visitors to Hampstead. 

St Peter’s Church,
Belsize Square, NW3 4HJ

St Peters, Belsize Park

St Peter’s is a Victorian church built in the Gothic style and stands in its own garden. It has a clock tower whose clock was renovated in 2019 to celebrate the 160th anniversary of the church’s consecration in 1859.
There are regular church services and occasional concerts and recitals.

St Stephens,
Rosslyn Hill, NW3 2PP

St Stephens Trust

St Stephen’s is a fine Grade 1 listed church, by S.S. Teulon with a wonderful interior. It is now de-consecreated and used by Hampstead Hill School and rented out for weddings and concerts. 

Goldfinger House (National Trust), 2 Willow Rd, NW3 1TH

Goldfinger House 

The 1939 modernist home of architect Ernő Goldfinger and family. Original interiors, innovative designs, intriguing personal possessions and impressive 20th-century art.

Fenton House (National Trust), Hampstead Grove, NW3 6SP

Fenton House 

A 17th-century house with views across London from Hampstead. Collections of ceramics, needlework, paintings and early keyboard instruments. A charming, ever-changing garden, including an orchard, kitchen garden, rose garden, terraces and lawns. TICKETS NEEDED IN ADVANCE (released 2 weeks ahead)

Kenwood House (English Heritage), Hampstead Lane, NW3 7JR

Kenwood House 

On the edge of Hampstead Heath and surrounded by tranquil landscaped gardens, Kenwood is one of London’s hidden gems. The breathtaking interiors and stunning world-class art collection, which includes Rembrandt’s ‘Self-Portrait with Two Circles’, are free for everyone to enjoy. With children’s activities, a café to relax in and acres of grounds to stretch your legs, there are treats in store for every visitor.