Longfield Hall

Longfield Hall Performance venue & community hub in south London for theatre, music, dance & cabaret, plus space to hire for rehearsals & events. Find out more on our website.

Since 1992, the Hall has been managed by local community volunteers as "The Friends of Longfield Hall". In January 2010 the organisation became a registered charity and was renamed Longfield Hall Trust. The Hall has 14 regular weekly user groups and over 500 people use the hall each week. We are the principal home of the McAlpine Dance Studio and The Nest Pre-school as well as hosting four churche

s on Sundays; a community choir; a Keep Fit group; a Capoeira group; a yoga group and two pilates groups. The Longfeld Hall is also used as a rehearsal and performance space by Glasshouse Theatre and several professional dancers, as well as a space for public meetings, weddings, parties and other rites of passage. If you would like to hire our hall or find out more about what we do please check out our website for more details.

As we welcome 2025 we’d like to take the opportunity to tell you a bit about who we are.Longfield Hall is a performance ...
07/01/2025

As we welcome 2025 we’d like to take the opportunity to tell you a bit about who we are.

Longfield Hall is a performance venue and community hub in the heart of south London. Our beautiful Victorian building dates from 1889.

It’s had many users since it opened – everything from Cinderella dances to “fruit socials”. In the 1970s it was home to Britain’s first publicly-funded Black Theatre company, Dark & Light Theatre Club 🎭

It is now managed by Longfield Hall Trust, a registered charity, for and on behalf of the local community. The hall is a community space where everyone can come together for a wide range of activities.

Find out more about us and what we do on our website or pop in to say hello 👋

Lovely pictures and what a fantastic event it was!
02/01/2025

Lovely pictures and what a fantastic event it was!

If you and the kids are looking for entertainment, we’ve got just the thing for you - family rave Big Fish Little Fish i...
27/12/2024

If you and the kids are looking for entertainment, we’ve got just the thing for you - family rave Big Fish Little Fish is coming to Longfield Hall this Sunday 29th December! 🪩 🎶 🍻

It’s an early NYE celebration complete with ‘midnight’ countdown, plus we’ll have banging tunes from seminal rave DJ Alex Paterson of The Orb (Little Fluffy Clouds anyone?) ☁️

You can party to the best in dance music with a toddler on your shoulders, a drink in your hand and a smile on your face in our beautiful space.

Find out more and book your spot now 👉 https://www.facebook.com/events/508854438708579/

Today’s the day and it’s not too late to join us this afternoon for The Goose and Mrs Frost, a beautiful puppet show fil...
21/12/2024

Today’s the day and it’s not too late to join us this afternoon for The Goose and Mrs Frost, a beautiful puppet show filled with heart and wintry magic ✨

Find out more and book 👉 https://www.facebook.com/events/930347225823432

18/12/2024

❄️ Step into a magical winter tale this Saturday 21 December❄️

Join us for The Goose & Mrs Frost - an enchanting shadow theatre experience for the whole family. Follow little Sonia’s brave journey through a blizzard as she faces wolves, seasons, and the power of kindness.

Created by the brilliant Zannie Fraser (Luminous Tales), this visually stunning show combines crisp paper pages with vibrant pop-up scenes, all brought to life in a tale of resilience and transformation.

📅 Saturday 21 December
🕛 12pm & 2pm
📍 Longfield Hall, 50 Knatchbull Road, London SE5 9QY

Book now 👉 https://www.facebook.com/events/930347225823432

Congratulations to McAlpine Dance's Carolina who is appearing in the Royal Ballet’s Cinderella at the Royal Opera House ...
16/12/2024

Congratulations to McAlpine Dance's Carolina who is appearing in the Royal Ballet’s Cinderella at the Royal Opera House 🎉 Royal Ballet And Opera

14/12/2024

1️⃣ week to go until The Goose and Mrs Frost, a magical shadow-theatre adventure by Zannie Fraser of Luminous Tales.

Little Sonia braves a snowstorm, facing wolves and searching for strawberries, while Mrs. Frost weaves the seasons with her magical touch. Will Sonia discover the power of kindness in time?

Experience stunning pop-up visuals, seasonal storytelling, and a heartwarming tale perfect for families.

🗓️ Saturday 21st December 12-1 PM or 2-3 PM
📍 Longfield Hall, 50 Knatchbull Rd, London SE5 9QY

🎟️ Tickets £10

Book now 👉 https://www.facebook.com/events/930347225823432

A Choral Christmas brings together four South London choirs for a night of festive fun 🎄🎶❄️🎁🎤Expect Christmas treats and...
13/12/2024

A Choral Christmas brings together four South London choirs for a night of festive fun 🎄🎶❄️🎁🎤

Expect Christmas treats and lots of singing with Longfield Voices, The Solis Choir, Vocal Chords and .

🕰️19:30
📅 Friday 20th December
🎟️FREE but you can reserve a ticket via Eventbrite - find out more: https://www.facebook.com/events/584030054287010

12/12/2024

Join us for Big Fish Little Fish, an award-winning family rave for kids and adults!

This year we’ll have seminal DJ Alex Paterson (The Orb) playing one of his acclaimed sets 🪩 🎉 🎈

This is an early New Year's Eve celebration with a true legend and one of the most influential rave artists of all time. We'll have two floors of fun and a 'midnight' countdown, plus a licensed bar for the adults 🍾

Dance with your little ones amongst confetti cannons, bubbles and giant balloons and take part in the parachute dance finale.

Get crafting with Nifty Natty Crafts at the craft tables, plus colour in a giant mural or visit the baby chill-out zone.

📅 Sunday 29th December, 12-2pm and 3-5pm
📍 Longfield Hall, 50 Knatchbull Road, SE5 9QY

Book now for:

12-2pm: https://www.facebook.com/events/508854438708579/

3-5pm: https://www.facebook.com/events/816665320405228/

11/12/2024

Thank you so much to everyone who came to Longfield Christmas Carols and to our wonderful performers Jahdiafolila, Longfield Voices choir, McAlpine Dance and Sunday Drama! 🥁 🎶 🎭

It was great to get together and celebrate all the hard work you do. See you all in 2025! ✨

Get ready for wintry magic with The Goose and Mrs Frost on Saturday 21st December, a puppet show filled with heart about...
09/12/2024

Get ready for wintry magic with The Goose and Mrs Frost on Saturday 21st December, a puppet show filled with heart about Little Sonia who has been sent to find strawberries in the snow ❄️ 🎄 🪿

Her adventure takes her through the seasons from crisp white paper pages to bright colourful pop-up scenes in a show about the changes in the seasons, overcoming adversity and the transformative power of kindness.

And don’t forget if you’re on our mailing list you’ve got a special discount code to get £10 tickets for £6 if you book before Sunday 15th December! 🎫

📅 Saturday 21st December
⌚ 12pm and 2pm (running time 1 hour)
📍 Longfield Hall, 50 Knatchbull Road, SE5 9QY

Book now 👉 https://www.facebook.com/events/930347225823432

Join us for Longfield Christmas Carols 🎄🎶Our annual celebration of our community and all the wonderful people who use ou...
05/12/2024

Join us for Longfield Christmas Carols 🎄🎶

Our annual celebration of our community and all the wonderful people who use our hall.

Everyone is invited for a an hour of entertainment from some of our users and a drink and a treat

🕰️16:00
📅 8th of December
🎟️FREE

More information

⭐Sunday Drama: This weekly class will present a short play they have been working on called ‘Pantoland’ The evil Sir Grumpalot has stolen the happiness gem, which has made everyone in Pantoland very sad. It’s up to the animals, fairies, pirates and monsters to help retrieve it and save Pantoland!

⭐McAlpine Dance: Our Long running dance school will present a snapshot of the show.

⭐Jahdiafolia drumming: The newest Longfield Class will show you what have have been up to this term

⭐Longfield Voices Choir: We will close the night be singing a few Christmas classics with our resident choir.

Then hot drinks and treats ☕

🎶 Brixton Chamber Orchestra are bringing the festive spirit to Longfield Hall on Saturday 21st December with a fresh, ex...
04/12/2024

🎶 Brixton Chamber Orchestra are bringing the festive spirit to Longfield Hall on Saturday 21st December with a fresh, exciting setlist packed tour with something for everyone.

Get ready for a mix of music spanning genres—from classical and grime to disco, pop, jazz, and, of course, festive Christmas tunes. With unique mash-ups and melodies, this year’s Christmas tour promises to get everyone into the holiday spirit!

Join us as we celebrate the season with music and plenty of Christmas cheer with this free event.

Find out more: https://www.facebook.com/events/592260146617789/

Thank you so much to our choir Longfield Voices for taking time out at a busy time of year to help us decorate our tree ...
03/12/2024

Thank you so much to our choir Longfield Voices for taking time out at a busy time of year to help us decorate our tree 🎄

You can see the choir perform during the festive season here at Longfield Hall this Sunday 8th December for Longfield Christmas Carols (free and includes a drink and a treat!). https://www.facebook.com/events/917899659847083

They’ll also be performing at Myatts Field Park on Saturday 21st December and in Trafalgar Square.

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50 Knatchbull Road
London
SE59QY

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 10pm
Tuesday 9am - 10pm
Wednesday 9am - 10pm
Thursday 9am - 10pm
Friday 9am - 10pm
Saturday 9am - 10pm
Sunday 9am - 10pm

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020 7978 9153

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Brixton Chamber Orchestra at Longfield
Brixton Chamber Orchestra at Longfield

Happy Christmas from all of us at Longfield Hall! Signing off with this snippet from the wonderful Brixton Chamber Orchestra concert at the hall on Saturday🤩 🎶 ✨

The Goose and Mrs Frost
The Goose and Mrs Frost

Thank you to everyone who came down to Longfield Hall for The Goose and Mrs Frost on Saturday - it was a magical show and so lovely to see so many of the children get involved in the action!

The Goose and Mrs Frost
The Goose and Mrs Frost

❄️ Step into a magical winter tale this Saturday 21 December❄️ Join us for The Goose & Mrs Frost - an enchanting shadow theatre experience for the whole family. Follow little Sonia’s brave journey through a blizzard as she faces wolves, seasons, and the power of kindness. Created by the brilliant Zannie Fraser (Luminous Tales), this visually stunning show combines crisp paper pages with vibrant pop-up scenes, all brought to life in a tale of resilience and transformation. 📅 Saturday 21 December 🕛 12pm & 2pm 📍 Longfield Hall, 50 Knatchbull Road, London SE5 9QY Book now 👉 https://www.facebook.com/events/930347225823432

The Goose and Mrs Frost
The Goose and Mrs Frost

1️⃣ week to go until The Goose and Mrs Frost, a magical shadow-theatre adventure by Zannie Fraser of Luminous Tales. Little Sonia braves a snowstorm, facing wolves and searching for strawberries, while Mrs. Frost weaves the seasons with her magical touch. Will Sonia discover the power of kindness in time? Experience stunning pop-up visuals, seasonal storytelling, and a heartwarming tale perfect for families. 🗓️ Saturday 21st December 12-1 PM or 2-3 PM 📍 Longfield Hall, 50 Knatchbull Rd, London SE5 9QY 🎟️ Tickets £10 Book now 👉 https://www.facebook.com/events/930347225823432

Big Fish Little Fish family rave is coming back to Longfield Hall!
Big Fish Little Fish family rave is coming back to Longfield Hall!

Join us for Big Fish Little Fish, an award-winning family rave for kids and adults! This year we’ll have seminal DJ Alex Paterson (The Orb) playing one of his acclaimed sets 🪩 🎉 🎈 This is an early New Year's Eve celebration with a true legend and one of the most influential rave artists of all time. We'll have two floors of fun and a 'midnight' countdown, plus a licensed bar for the adults 🍾 Dance with your little ones amongst confetti cannons, bubbles and giant balloons and take part in the parachute dance finale. Get crafting with Nifty Natty Crafts at the craft tables, plus colour in a giant mural or visit the baby chill-out zone. 📅 Sunday 29th December, 12-2pm and 3-5pm 📍 Longfield Hall, 50 Knatchbull Road, SE5 9QY Book now for: 12-2pm: https://www.facebook.com/events/508854438708579/ 3-5pm: https://www.facebook.com/events/816665320405228/

Longfield Christmas Carols
Longfield Christmas Carols

Thank you so much to everyone who came to Longfield Christmas Carols and to our wonderful performers Jahdiafolila, Longfield Voices choir, McAlpine Dance and Sunday Drama! 🥁 🎶 🎭 It was great to get together and celebrate all the hard work you do. See you all in 2025! ✨

Happy 84th birthday to Pat 🎉 a member of our choir Longfield Voices 🎶

How a Jellyfish Saved the World
How a Jellyfish Saved the World

Join us next Friday 25th October for Jam Jar Theatre Company's How a Jellyfish Saved the World - a tentacle-tapping puppetry musical for all the family! https://www.facebook.com/events/901297258188845/ Clyde the jellyfish is on a quest to find a forever friend, in a home being polluted by the world above. When he mistakes a plastic bag named Bubbles for a total jellybabe, will they discover that life in plastic is not so fantastic? Jam Jar Theatre aim to educate young, innovative audiences on the current ecological crises by making memorable, optimistic stories to illustrate the subject matter, and hoping that adults are also jumping at the chance to bring the kids! 📅 Friday 25th October ⌚ 5:30pm - running time: one hour 🎫 £6 per person 🚸 Suitable for all ages Book here 👉https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-the-jelly-fish-saved-the-world-tickets-1017804459537

Fancy a sneak preview of what to expect from Age is Revolting? Here is our Young Company talking about this brilliant play by Abi Zakarian performed as part of the National Theatre Connections Festival! Ticket link in bio!

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Our Story

Longfield Hall was built by William Minet and completed in 1889 as a meeting place and community centre for the estate developed by the Minet family between Brixton and Camberwell.

The Hall is Grade II listed and is an excellent and intact example of a late Victorian community hall. Our stage in the Upper Hall dates from this time.

Longfield Hall has had many users since it opened – everything from Cinderella dances to “fruit socials”. In the 1970s it was home to Britain’s first publicly-funded Black Theatre company, Dark & Light Theatre Club.

Since 1992, the Hall has been managed by local community volunteers as "The Friends of Longfield Hall". In January 2010 the organisation became a registered charity and was renamed Longfield Hall Trust. Nowadays, the Hall has over 15 regular weekly user groups and over 500 people use the hall each week. We are the principal home of the McAlpine Dance Studio and The Nest Pre-school as well as hosting several churches on Sundays; a community choir; a Keep Fit group; a Capoeira group; a yoga group and two pilates groups. Longfeld Hall is also used as a rehearsal and performance space by Glasshouse Theatre and several professional dancers, as well as a space for public meetings, film shoots, wedding receptions, parties and other rites of passage. If you would like to hire our hall or find out more about what we do please check out our website for more details.