Soho Area Guide
A locals' guide to Soho
Where do Soho locals go?
Why not explore the nearby areas of
piccadilly circus,
west end,
west end and surrounding areas,
central london,
the strand,
charing cross,
covent garden,
fitzrovia,
bloomsbury,
and mayfair and surrounding areas
Did you know?
"The Carlisle Arms, Soho is the site of London's only death caused by choking on a billiard ball. In 1893, Walter Cowle boasted that he could fit the whole ball in his mouth, but unfortunately for him, it got stuck..."Explore Soho
What locals say about Soho
“You can choose to eat pretty much any cuisine imaginable late into the night!”
Louise
“Soho is the beating heart of central London and one of the most vibrant and exciting parts of the capital, where there's always something interesting to see and do. It never sleeps!”
John
Activities near Soho
Yes
The veteran proggers are back with a touring line-up of Steve Howe, Billy Sherwood, Alan White, Geoff Downes and Jon Davidson.
Tuesday Blues
A night of blues music.
Soho Hidden Jazz Club
Discover one of London's best-kept secrets at Soho Hidden Jazz Club, a collaboration between Hidden Jazz Club and Stone Nest, as they present an unforgettable evening of live jazz in the heart of London! Immerse yourself in the captivating ambiance of this 19th-century Norman-style Welsh Chapel, transformed into a contemporary performance venue. Completely artist-run, fun, spontaneous, and relaxed, this is the type of space where guests are able to unwind and connect with world-class artists between sets of amazing live music. Come and witness for yourself the place where the city's vibrant jazz scene comes alive. As musicians ourselves, we showcase artists who inspire us. We are dedicated to celebrating & representing the awesome diversity of the cities we work in, inviting wonderful musicians on the basis of their talent and performance, regardless of ethnicity, socio-economic background, age, gender, orientation etc. We design our shows to be uplifting and welcoming experiences, enjoyable for jazz nerds and complete newcomers alike. Our vibe is unpretentious - come as you are, get involved with the music, clap & cheer when you want to! Get your tickets now for Soho Hidden Jazz Club in London! We bring a new band together each show from our collective of wonderful musicians. Normally 4-6 performers. For clarity the persons listed below regularly appear at our shows but will of course not all be appearing on each show as that would be madness Regular Award-Winning Contributors (not all performing on the same night!): CHERISE - 2019 Jazz FM Vocalist of The Year Award and 2020 Parliamentary Jazz Award winner, starred alongside Gregory Porter in Disney's "Make A Wish" Christmas campaign 2023. IFE OGUNJOBI - Mercury Prize Winner with EZRA Collective, Grammy Winner for his work on Bob Marley biopic film. RIO KAI - double bassist for the Mercury Prize nominated Seed Ensemble & acclaimed musical director for shows at the Globe and Southbank. BINKER GOLDING - MOBO award-winning and 2020 Jazz FM Award Instrumentalist of the Year winner tenor saxophonist whose intensity is reminiscent of John Coltrane. MYELE MANZANZA - drummer and composer, awarded New Zealand Jazz Artist of the Year 2022, celebrated as a "Jazz King" by Complex UK. DENYS BAPTISTE - MOBO Award winning, Mercury Prize nominated saxophonist described as 'the icon of British Jazz' by Time Magazine. GEORGIA CECILE - Winner of both BEST UK JAZZ ACT and BEST VOCALIST at the 2022 Jazz FM Awards. JAS KAYSER - fierce young drummer on the jazz scene who has collaborated with piano legend Danilo Perez, new wave jazzers Alfa Mist, and pop acts including Jorja Smith and Lenny Kravitz. DESCHANEL GORDON - BBC Young Jazz Musician of the Year 2020 DAN CASIMIR - 2021 Jazz FM Award Instrumentalist of the Year winner who works with the likes of Nubya Garcia, Camilla George, Jean Toussaint, and Ashley Henry. And many others! Frequently asked questions Is there seating? Yes, there are seats for everyone in a theatre-style. Arrive early to have the most options as seating is unallocated. Can I bring kids? The venue has a 16 age policy. The shows aren't recommended for kids. Is food/drink served? There are drinks but no food. We recommend eating before the show and there are some good places nearby. Is the venue fully accessible? Yes. If wheelchair access is required please just email [email protected] in advance and we will arrange ramp access. If a companion ticket is required, please email [email protected]. Can we chat during the show? We would prefer that the focus is on the event. TBH that doesn't tend to be an issue as the music tends to grab people's attention! Is there an interval? Yes. Is there a cloakroom? No. How can we find out who's playing? We regularly announce lineups to our newsletter subscribers. Please visit the Hidden Jazz Club website and sign up to our mailing list to be kept in the loopRead more
Durante, Mia Aurora, GYS
Three progressive house heavyweights meet at the Lower Third this May.
Ward Thomas
Country pop from Hampshire twins Catherine and Lizzy.
Ayoade Bamgboye: Swings and Roundabouts
The critically acclaimed debut show about suffering (and smiling) from Nigerian stand-up Ayoade Bamgboye, nominated for Best Newcomer at the 2025 Edinburgh Comedy Awards. Following her sold-out run at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe, Swings and Roundabouts transfers to Soho Theatre. Burdened by the gift of sight, a primeval awareness that something is not quite right, and almost three accents, she'll ask life's big questions and provide absolutely no answers. Born in London, raised in Lagos, sacked in Budapest, the poor woman has been there and done that – and to what end? Swings and Roundabouts is about going nowhere fast, being too British to stop apologising, and too Nigerian to stop shouting. Winner of NextUp’s Biggest Award In Comedy 2025. Nominated for Best Newcomer at the 2025 ISH Awards. As seen in her own Channel 4 Playground. 16+Read more
Shogun Sessions: HERE @ Outernet
Bigger space. Bigger production. Same sessions energy dialled all the way up.
About Soho
Soho is an area of the City of Westminster and part of the West End of London. Long established as an entertainment district the area has undergone considerable transformation. It now is predominantly a fashionable district of upmarket restaurants and media offices. Soho is a small, multicultural area of central London; a home to industry, commerce, culture and entertainment, as well as a residential area for both rich and poor. Gerrard Street is the centre of London's Chinatown, a mix of import companies and restaurants. The nearest London Underground stations are Oxford Circus, Piccadilly Circus, Tottenham Court Road, Leicester Square and Covent Garden.
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