Union Chapel
A Grade I-listed Victorian Gothic chapel in Islington that is still a working church on Sundays and also hosts concerts, theatre and film events in a hall known for its acoustics.
- Live music
- Price: ££ · Mid-range
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Did you know
Its organ, built by Henry Willis in 1877, keeps the original water-powered hydraulic blowing system, described as one of the last of its type in the UK.
Local tip
Tickets are sold through partner sites such as Gigantic, DICE and See Tickets, each linked from the What's On page. Occasional free events, such as organ recitals on open days, are listed too.
Finding it
- Address
- 19b Compton Terrace, Islington, London N1 2UN
- Nearest station
- Highbury & Islington (National Rail), 271 m away
Details change, so check with the place before you set off.
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