Trafalgar Square

The Trafalgar Square, built to commemorate Nelson's victory at the battle of Trafalgar in 1805, is a spacious and beautiful part of the London city to meet friends. From there it is just minutes to the National Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery that host world collections and regular exhibitions. St Martins In The Fields offers afternoon concerts, and has a coffee shop in a crypt as well as a coffee shop.

Visiting The Trafalgar Square:

Address: Gerrard Street, Westminster, London, W1D 6JN

Nearest Underground Stations: Leicester Square Tube (3 minutes)
                                             Piccadilly Circus Tube (3 minutes)

What's on at The Trafalgar Square :

Trafalgar Square Festival 2009
Aug '09 (annual)
A programme of music, theatre, dance and art throughout month of August at the very heart of the city.

Liberty Festival
Aug '09 (annual)
Liberty London festival 2009 celebrates the rights of disabled people in Trafalgar Square, London.

Diwali on the Square 2008
26th Oct '08
"Festival of Lights" a religious event for Hindus and has gained increasing importance in the capital, celebrated by residents and visitors alike.

St George's Day
April '09 (annual)
St George was also adopted as the Saint of Battles. This was not only he was a soldier, but also because he is said to have appeared to the Christian army before the Battle of Antioch.

Vaisakhi
4th May '09
The message of Vaisakhi has particular relevance today in multicultural and multifaith Britain. Vaisakhi promotes friendship and mutual respect a message that has particular relevance to London, the most diverse city in the world.

Pride London 2009
Jul 2009 (annual)
Pride Parade now attracts large numbers of people to lively mix of fun and politics in one of Britain's biggest street parties.