WC1R Area Guide
A locals' guide to WC1R
Where do WC1R locals go?
Why not explore the nearby areas of
holborn,
bloomsbury,
covent garden,
clerkenwell,
euston,
kings cross,
soho,
barbican,
fitzrovia,
and city
Did you know?
"Great Ormond Street Hospital owns the rights to J. M. Barrie's 'Peter Pan'. He never had children, so he gifted the rights in his passing."
Restaurants and charming shops sit in and around Convent Garden's former market place.
Alex Fleet
Move over Shoreditch, King's Cross is rapidly becoming the place to be! Near the City and the West End, there's load of new bars...
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Charles Cutting
The majesty of St Paul's Cathedral's architecture and the historical significance is amazing...
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Josh Walsh
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What locals say about WC1R
Activities near WC1R
The Top Secret Comedy Club
The Top Secret Comedy Club is the UK's highest-rated comedy club, loved by comics and audiences! Enjoy iconic acts, vibrant crowds, and unforgettable laughter! The ultimate destination for comedy lovers, Top Secret boasts two fantastic venues: Drury Lane's intimate NYC-style rooms and Kingsway's spacious theatre. With an electric vibe and irresistibly affordable drinks, every night guarantees unforgettable laughter. Whether you're discovering new talent or catching big-name stars, Top Secret is where the UK's comedy scene thrives. Many top comics regularly drop in to test material for tours or TV specials, including renowned performers such as Amy Schumer, Andi Osho, Andy Parsons, Aisling Bea, Aziz Ansari, Bridget Christie, Daliso Chaponda, Dara Ó Briain, Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock, Dylan Moran, Eddie Izzard, Ellie Taylor, Holly Walsh, Jack Whitehall, Jason Manford, Jeff Garlin, Jeff Ross, John Bishop, Jamali Maddix, Joel Dommett, Judah Friedlander, Katherine Ryan, Kerry Godliman, Kevin Bridges, Lee Nelson, Louis CK, Luisa Omielan, Micky Flanagan, Michael McIntyre, Paul Chowdhry, Reginald D. Hunter, Rich Hall, Rob Beckett, Romesh Ranganathan, Ross Noble, Russell Howard, Sara Pascoe, Seann Walsh, Simon Amstell, Stephen Merchant, Tom Allen, Trevor Noah, and many more. The club's mixed-bill shows ensure every show is fresh and hilarious, with comics often sprinting between the two venues to perform for sold-out crowds. The vibrant energy of the audience adds to the magic, making it the go-to spot for stand-up enthusiasts. Shows often sell out well in advance, so booking ahead is essential. Top Secret Comedy Club – comedy's worst-kept secret! Trevor Noah - Comedian - "Dude I had a blast. Favourite room in London" Jack Whitehall - Comedian - "Top Secret is one of London's best comedy clubs, it won't be a secret for long!"Read more
The Snowman
Now in its 19th consecutive year on The Peacock stage, The Snowman, based upon the book by Raymond Briggs and the film directed by Dianne Jackson and produced by John Coates, has transported a generation of children and their families into the wintery world of a boy and his magical snowman. With music and lyrics by Howard Blake, including 'Walking in the Air' performed by a live orchestra, design by Ruari Murchison and lighting by Tim Mitchell, The Snowman is a tale of friendship and adventure including a visit to the North Pole to meet Father Christmas and a thrilling escape from Jack Frost. Virtuoso choreography by Robert North and direction by Bill Alexander make The Snowman a much-loved festive tradition of storytelling, spectacle and magic. By arrangement with Snowman Enterprises Limited (A Penguin Company) and Chester Music Limited. 'Guaranteed to melt the heart of even the most cynical Scrooge' -- The GuardianRead more
Adam Glasser
Join us for a night of Friday Night Jazz at the Atrium Bar & Restaurant, President Hotel, Russell Square. Were very excited to host the fantastic chromatic harmonica player Adam Glasser, accompanied by Dave Manington on bass, Eric Ford on drums, and Soner Ersen on piano. When: 9:00 PM 11:30 PM, every Friday Where: President Hotel, 5660 Guilford St, Russell Square, London WC1N 1DB Nearest Tube: Russell Square Parking: Free street parking after 6:30 PM (outside restricted hours) Paid parking under the hotel Tickets: £10 Advance booking online onlyno sales at the door. For enquiries: [email protected] About Adam Glasser: Adam Glasser is a South Africanborn, UK-based chromatic harmonica player, pianist, composer, and educator whose music blends the spirit of South African township jazz with the wider jazz tradition. A uniquely expressive harmonica voice on the international scene, Adam spent sixteen years as musical director of the legendary Manhattan Brothers, producing their final album Inyembezi. His harmonica has featured on recordings by artists such as Sting, The Eurythmics, Incognito, and Joe Zawinul, and he has contributed to film scores by renowned composers including Howard Shore and Christopher Young. His own albums, including the SAMA-winning Free at First and the nominated follow-up Mzansi, showcase his rich, melodic approach and his ability to weave jazz harmony with the rhythmic vitality of his South African heritage.Read more
Preet Singh : First Class Harrow
Preet Singh is a rising star of British comedy, blending razor-sharp wit with raw, personal storytelling. A regular on the UK comedy circuit, Preet has appeared on BBC TV, BBC Radio and ITV2. His debut tour delivers a fearless and hilarious deep dive into identity, family and the beautiful chaos of modern Britain. Smart, sharp and unfiltered, this is a breakthrough show that promises big laughs and real insight. Preet has tour supported comedy heavyweights like Guz Khan, Richard Blackwood, Nabil Abdulrashid, Josh Berry, Sukh Ojla, Eshaan Akbar and Akaash Singh. Preet is fast becoming one of the most exciting voices in British comedy. "A natural on stage" Secret LondonRead more
Arthur Coates & Kerran Cotterell
Arthur Coates & Kerran Cotterell are a two-man trad tornado tearing through the folk world with foot percussion, fiddle, guitar, vocals, and groove to spare. Kitted out with grooving basslines, tight harmonies, and offbeat charm, they’re just a couple of lads with a tangle of strings - yet they somehow summon the sound and swagger of a much bigger band. Their music blends original compositions with tunes and songs they’ve found in the wild, delivered with harmonies, tall tales, and a streak of serious silliness. Their shows mix clickety clacks, plucks and strums, with easy repartee and sharp turns - every piece crafted to keep toes tapping, faces smiling, and the whole room leaning in. It’s groove, grit, and guaranteed good times. Musically, they straddle tradition and invention, bridging the folk archive with a fearless modern edge. Some tracks glisten with clean lines and elegant harmonies - crystalline structures that shimmer in the light of contemporary trad. Others veer gleefully off course, hopping on the blues train for a whistle-stop tour of the Québécois folk line. One moment it’s reels and foot taps, the next it’s jazz chords, pop turns, and grooves that could jump the track and land somewhere between Vulfpeck and Le Vent du Nord. Arthur, a fiddler raised in Aberdeenshire, builds rolling, riff-heavy tunes grounded in his family’s musical traditions and shaped further by studies with Jonny Hardie (Old Blind Dogs). Kerran, a melodic schemer from Cumbria, draws on pop and choral training to weave in crisp harmonies and satisfying twists.Read more
Lions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan
Due to phenomenal demand, award winning wildlife photographer and filmmaker Gordon Buchanan will hit the road again in 2026, continuing the success of his biggest ever live tour – Lions and Tigers and Bears. Join Gordon as he recounts thrilling encounters with pandas, grizzlies, tigers, jaguars and more. Learn about the heart-stopping moments, the mud, sweat, and tears, and the tender interactions that have shaped his extraordinary career. Gordon Buchanan has dedicated his life to exploring the untamed beauty of the natural world, from the bamboo forests of China to the snowy landscapes of Russia, from the towering Himalayas to the depths of the Amazon. His mission: to capture the majestic big cats and bears on film and reveal their secrets to a global audience. Book your tickets now and don’t miss the opportunity to be inspired in a night of adventure, awe and wonder!Read more
Disorder Club Night
DISORDER, one of London's most loved indie club nights, erupts at The Lexington on the second Saturday of each month! A Disordered mix of the best Indie, Alt Pop, Electro and 80's Pop Hits till 4am! Advance tickets from DICE are limited! Plenty of tickets will be available on the door at the venue from 11pm. The Cure / The Strokes / Vampire Weekend / Foals / Arctic Monkeys / Fleetwood Mac / New Order / Blur / The 1975 / Sam Fender / Pulp / ABBA / Tame Impala / LCD Soundsystem / Whitney Houston / Robyn / Pixies / The Killers / Charli XCX / Kings Of Leon / Disclosure / Elvis / Fontaines DC / Run DMC / The Supremes / Oasis / M83 / The Smiths / Talking Heads / MGMT / Pixies / Whitney Houston / MIA / The Maccabees / Caribou / Bruce Springsteen / Wet Leg / The National / The Chemical Brothers / Daft Punk / Arcade Fire / Phoenix / The Clash / The Libertines / Depeche Mode / The Beach Boys / Madonna / Justice / Lionel Richie / Interpol / The Kooks / Cornershop / Hot Chip / The White Stripes / Franz Ferdinand / Kate Bush / The Ronettes / The Hives / Sea Girls / The Cribs / The Stone Roses / Empire of the Sun / The Beastie Boys / Duran Duran / Diana Ross / Jay Z / Soft Cell / Catfish & The Bottlemen / Two Door Cinema Club / Blondie / Nirvana Presented by Disorder. This is an 18+ event (Photo ID required).Read more
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