Concert: Brass on the Grass
Soak up the summer atmosphere with live music in the beautiful surroundings of Westminster Abbey’s historic College Garden.
Every Wednesday lunchtimes weekly from 15th July to 2nd September, a different brass, wind or concert band will perform an uplifting 90 minutes of music. Bring your lunch, grab a seat on the grass, and enjoy the sound of brass in the amazingly beautiful surroundings of arguably England's oldest garden.
Offering the perfect lunchtime escape, a variety of sandwiches, delicious cakes, and hot and cold drinks will be available to purchase from Benugo in the garden throughout the concert. In case of wet weather, performances will take place in St Margaret’s Church, Westminster.
Come along, relax, and let the music lift your spirits. Donations are welcome to support the bands and help cover their expenses.
Available dates
- 15th July - Enfield Brass Band
- 22nd July - Regent Brass
- 29th July - Cobham Brass Band
- 5th August - Putney and Wimbledon Band
- 12th August - Lambeth Wind Orchestra
- 19th August - Fairlop Brass Band
- 26th August - Merton Concert Band
- 2nd September - Mole Valley Silver Band
Ticketing information
This event is free to attend and does not allow you entry to the Abbey. If you would like to book tickets to visit the Abbey, please do so via our ticketing page.
Meeting location
Please enter the cloisters through Dean’s Yard where a member of staff will show you the way to College Garden. Please note that in the event of wet weather directions will be set out to show the way to the concert in St Margaret’s Church.
Access and security
On your arrival, your bag will be searched and we ask you not to bring any large items with you (for example suitcases, large backpacks or folding bicycles) as these will not be allowed inside and we are unable to store them for you.
Filming and photography
Please note that filming and sound recording are not permitted at the Abbey. See our photography policy for more information.
