A fully-fledged British institution, the Last Night of the Proms isn’t to be missed if you’re visiting London in early September – especially if you’re staying at one of the Hotels in Bayswater London W2. The conclusion of the BBC’s season of affordable classical music concerts held every summer (most of them at the Royal Albert Hall), the ‘Last Night’ is, indeed, their patriotic climax at that very venue.
However, there’s also nowadays an event that’s arguably even better that goes on simultaneously with the ‘Last Night’, the celebratory, out-of-doors Proms in the Park. Hosted by musical theatre and media star Michael Ball, this open-air event features a host of musical stars every year, from both the classical and pop/ rock remit, as well as the world-renowned BBC Concert Orchestra, conducted by Richard Balcombe.
Saturday 8th September from 5pm onwards in Hyde Park (W2 2EU) – ideal then for the Grand Royale London Hyde Park hotel.
The performers are set to include:
Speaking of seats, attendees to Proms in the Park are permitted to bring along a chair each, as well as food, drink and picnic paraphernalia, but are requested to set them down and use them with consideration for others. For both reasons of safety and, again, the consideration and comfort of others attending the event, stewards may – if necessary – ask people to reduce the ‘total footprint’ of the picnic or seating area they choose for themselves. Note: Proms in the Park is a very well-attended, ticketed event.
Ah, the British summer… fear not; Proms in the Park’ll go ahead regardless of whatever the weather’s like. Yes, really – all very British! So, it’s advisable to take note of London weather forecasts in the run-up up to the event, should you choose to attend. Taking place early in September, it could well be very hot during the afternoon and, possibly, turn chilly in the evening after sunset (and, of course, it could definitely rain); so, come prepared with clothes layers and macs to wear should the heavens open overhead!
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