A Victorian Christmas
This festive season, Bar 190 at The Gore London – Starhotels Collezione invites guests to step into a world of timeless charm and Christmas wonder with two captivating evenings of live carols. Taking place on 19th and 20th December at 6pm, these special performances promise to transform the iconic bar into a warm and elegant haven of conviviality and seasonal celebration.
Tucked inside the historic and quintessentially English The Gore London, Bar 190 is famed for its rich heritage, intimate atmosphere, and opulent Victorian character. With its dark wood panelling, plush furnishings, and soft candlelit glow, the bar exudes the feeling of a private members’ club, an inviting sanctuary from the winter bustle outside.
Its storied past, including being the location for The Rolling Stones’ Beggar’s Banquet album launch party in December 1968, intertwined with London’s artistic and cultural scene, makes it an especially fitting setting for an evening dedicated to music.
Located just steps from the legendary Royal Albert Hall, Bar 190 sits at the heart of Kensington’s musical soul. As guests sip warming mulled wine or English sparkling wine and enjoy homemade mince pies, the air will fill with the joyful harmonies of a charming choir. Composed of passionate singers who regularly perform in churches and occasionally for private gatherings, the ensemble brings an authentic, heart-warming sincerity to each carol, making the experience feel delightfully personal and beautifully nostalgic.
J-J Pollak, Hotel Manager of The Gore London, says: “Christmas at The Gore London is always a special time of year, and hosting live carols in Bar 190 feels like a natural extension of the hotel’s long standing connection to music and culture. We’re delighted to welcome guests into such an atmospheric space; one that truly comes alive during the festive season. Our hope is that everyone who joins us leaves with a warm heart, a full spirit, and a lasting memory of Christmas in Kensington.”
No ticket is required to attend, but advance table bookings are essential to ensure a place at this enchanting celebration.
Join Bar 190 for a festive evening that blends tradition, atmosphere, and the magic of live music – an unforgettable way to embrace the spirit of Christmas in one of London’s most characterful settings.
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