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This historic church of St Martin-in-the-Fields overlooking Trafalgar Square was built in 1726 and is the best known work of Scottish architect James Gibbs whose first public building was St Mary-le-Strand. The Palladian features of St Martin-in-the-Fields reveal the influence of Gibbs' training under the leading Roman architect of the time, Carlo Fontana. The church combines several roles: religious, charitable and musical with candle-lit concerts held from Thursday to Saturday, and free lunchtime recitals on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays. It also houses a gift shop, brass rubbing centre, art gallery and a courtyard as well as a glorious eaterie underneath the church - the atmospheric Cafe in the Crypt - where traditional roasts are served on a Sunday and jazz concerts take place on Wednesday nights. All profits go to support the work of the church, with its particular ministry to the homeless.
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Corinthia Hotel London
Whitehall Place, SW1A | 4 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
With 294 bedrooms, multi-level penthouse suites and terraces offering spectacular views of the River Thames, Trafalgar Square and Whitehall - the £300 million restoration of the ... More
Rosewood London
252 High Holborn, WC1V | 14 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
Located in High Holborn, Rosewood London is the most luxurious hotel in the area and is nearby to the capital's main business district and a number ... More
The Montague on the Gardens
15 Montague Street, WC1B | 15 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
Overlooking the gardens of Montague Garden Square, this sedate hotel has a peaceful feel even though the British Museum is right next door and Covent Garden's ... More
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Admiralty Arch
The Mall, Westminster, London SW1A | 3 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
Admiralty Arch, a grade I listed building just off Trafalgar Square, was commissioned by Edward VII in memory of his mother, Queen Victoria. The inscription reads ... More
St Paul's Church, Covent Garden
Bedford Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 4 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
Affectionately known as "The Actors' Church", St Paul's in Covent Garden is in the heart of theatreland and has long been associated with the theatre community. ... More
Covent Garden East Piazza
Covent Garden Piazza, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 5 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
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Trafalgar Square, Westminster, London WC2N | 1 minute from St Martin-in-the-Fields
The National Gallery dominates London's Trafalgar Square with its neo-classical columns and portico designed by William Wilkins adjoining the square on its east side where it ... More
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Trafalgar Square, Westminster, London SW1Y | 1 minute from St Martin-in-the-Fields
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St Martin's Place, WC2H | 2 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
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St Martin-in-the-Fields, St Martins Lane, WC2N | 2 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
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St Martin-in-the-Fields, West Street, WC2H | 6 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
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St Martin-in-the-Fields, Catherine Street, WC2B | 7 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
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London Coliseum - English National Opera (ENO)
St Martin's Lane, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from St Martin-in-the-Fields
London Coliseum is a magnificent historic building and an excellent venue in which to enjoy the soaring sounds and high drama of some truly thrilling operas. ... More
Odeon Leicester Square
24-26 Leicester Square, Soho, London WC2H | 3 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
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Wyndham's Theatre
Charing Cross Road, Soho, London WC2H | 3 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
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Davenports Magic Shop
7 Charing Cross Underground Shopping Arcade, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from St Martin-in-the-Fields
From budding Harry Potters and bumbling Tommy Coopers to dynamic David Copperfields, Davenports is a haven for magicians of every level and ability. Non-magicians too are ... More
Tenderproduct
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6 Cecil Court, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 3 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
Tenderproduct is the second tender venture by Etan Ilfeld, who previously founded the neighbouring Tenderpixel Gallery, an innovative space for emerging talent. Tenderproduct is a shop ... More
Pan de Vie
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5 New Row, WC2N | 3 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
Combining classic European baking with exotic flavours of the Far East, Pan de Vie delivers a visual treat of brilliantly-coloured sweet patisseries and ... More
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450 The Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 1 minute from St Martin-in-the-Fields
Pizza Express has become something of a London institution. Serving consistently excellent Italian pizzas quickly in pleasant unfussy surroundings, this is always a convenient and acceptable ... More
Lupita - Central
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13 - 15 Villiers Street, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from St Martin-in-the-Fields
Inspired by a modest charcoal grill which drew crowds from all over Mexico City, Lupita is the London manifestation of this 'charcoal taco' haven. Blending authentic ... More
The National Cafe
East Wing National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, Westminster, London WC2N | 1 minute from St Martin-in-the-Fields
On the ground floor of the East Wing of the National Gallery, with its own entrance opposite St Martin-in-the-Fields, The National Cafe is ... More
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The London Film School
24 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, WC2H | 6 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
The London Film School is the oldest-established international school of film technique in the world. The school has contributed significantly to ... More
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Somerset House, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 9 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ... More
Saw Swee Hock Student Centre
1 Sheffield Street, Holborn, London WC2A | 11 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
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Victoria Embankment, Villiers Street, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 3 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
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Whitehall Place, Westminster, London SW1A | 4 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
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47 Chandos Place, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from St Martin-in-the-Fields
The Harp, a welcoming bar in Covent Garden, is a traditional pub where the emphasis is firmly on real ale - earning it CAMRA's National Pub ... More
The Sherlock Holmes
10 Northumberland Street, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
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The Salisbury
90 St Martins Lane, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 3 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
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112 St Martin's Lane , Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from St Martin-in-the-Fields
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45 St Martins Lane, WC2N | 2 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
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The Den St Martins Lane
45 St Martin's Lane, WC2N | 2 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
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St Martins Lane Hotel
45 St. Martin's Lane, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
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8 John Adam Street, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 4 minutes from St Martin-in-the-Fields
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