There is no better way to enjoy a perfect summer evening than at one of the Kenwood House Picnic Concerts. Gather a group of friends and family and enjoy the world class music, relaxed atmosphere and breathtaking setting of Kenwood House. It is a unique way to spend a summer’s evening. We look forward to welcoming you to Kenwood House this summer. More...

ABOUT THE VENUE

THE PROPERTY

Kenwood House, Hampstead Lane, Hampstead, London NW3 7JR

Kenwood House and Estate was left to the nation by Edward Cecil Guinness, first Earl of Iveagh in 1927. Situated on the northern edge of Hampstead Heath, Kenwood has provided an idyllic retreat from inner city life for many generations of Londoners.

The House is a fine example of an 18th century stately home, and contains many masterpieces by world renowned painters.

For more historical and visitor information on Kenwood, including opening hours, please click here or call 0870 333 1181.

DIRECTIONS - GETTING TO KENWOOD

There is very little public parking available at Kenwood. Also, the surrounding streets are already heavily parked by local residents, and police actively enforce parking regulations on concert nights. We strongly advise that you do not drive to the concert. It is easy to get to Kenwood by public transport.

BUS AND TUBE

210 Bus stops outside Kenwood (7 minutes walk to the concert arena), and runs between Golders Green and Archway tube stations. 214 Bus from Kings Cross and the 271 Bus from Liverpool Street Station stop at Highgate Village. You can either walk to Kenwood from Highgate Village (20 minutes) or change at Highgate to the 210, which stops right outside Kenwood (7 minutes walk to the concert arena). In addition, special free shuttle services to the concerts serve East Finchley tube and Golders Green tube between 4pm and 8pm, returning from Kenwood after the concerts until 11pm. The Kenwood Concerts will be signposted from local tube stations.

To plan your route, go to http://journeyplanner.tfl.gov.uk

Kenwood Post Code: NW3 7JR

INFORMATION FOR CYCLISTS

Although cycling is not allowed within the Kenwood estate, plentiful secure cycle parking is available at the Millfield Lane (Cut Through Lane) entrance, near the view point. Access is gained from the Hampstead Lane side of the concert arena (10 minutes walk to the concert arena) for those who choose to come to the concerts by bike. Any member of concert staff will be happy to direct you to the cycle parking.

PARKING

There is no on-site parking facility for the general public, other than a strictly limited number of spaces for disabled people.

REFRESHMENTS

Refreshments will be available at Kenwood. Please note that barbecues are not permitted for safety reasons. Concertgoers are welcome to bring their own food and drink, and alcohol in glass bottles is permitted.

ADMISSION TIMES

The concert auditorium will be open from 5.30pm. Please arrive early, take time to enjoy the grounds and picnic beforehand.

THE WEATHER

Occasionally, inclement weather can disrupt an open-air event. Any decision to cancel a concert will be taken at the advertised start time. No refunds will be made if a concert starts but is later abandoned.

DISABLED VISITORS

We provide preferential parking, seating areas, toilet facilities and our stewards will be pleased to give you help on the night. The seating and parking areas are limited, so please arrive early. Guide dogs are welcome, but please do take care on the firework evening.

DOGS

Dogs are not permitted at the concerts (with the exception of guide dogs).

DIRECTIONS

It’s easy to get to Kenwood on public transport. Take the Northern Line to Archway or to Golders Green; the 210 Bus runs between the two stations via Kenwood. On concert days an additional free shuttle bus service runs from Archway to Golders Green Tube Stations via Kenwood between 4pm and 7.30pm, and will run from the concert site back to both tube stations after all concerts.

FURNITURE

Please note that no outdoor furniture is permitted to be brought on site at Kenwood (including chairs and tables).

CONCERT PROGRAMME

All details in this leaflet were correct at time of going to press, but please note that artists and programmes may change at short notice due to illness or unavoidable circumstances.

ENGLISH HERITAGE

For more information on English Heritage properties please visit www.english-heritage.org.uk or call 0870 333 1181. The English Heritage Picnic Concerts are supported by Jacques Cider with Fruit, a light sparkling fruit cider.

PHOTOGRAPHY

Please note that in purchasing a ticket to the concerts and enjoying your time at the venue, you are consenting in principle to photographs of you being used for future marketing material.