Ognisko Polskie - the Polish Hearth is one of London’s oldest Polish Clubs which today hosts a variety of theatrical, musical and other cultural events.
Founded in 1939 to maintain the cohesion of the free Polish community in the United Kingdom during the Second World War, it went on to become the centre of social and cultural life for the Polish community in exile. It has since served to provide a home for Poles to meet and build friendships, as a place where Polish culture and history is kept alive and where Polish identity and independence are maintained.
The Duke and Duchess of Kent had visited Poland in 1937 and had close links and friendships with members of the Polish aristocracy. After the start of the Second World War, the Duke showed his support for the country by bestowing his patronage on the Polish House after its inauguration on the 16th July 1940.
Portrait of His Royal Highness The Duke of Kent by Barbara Kaczmarowska Hamilton
Most events at Ognisko Polskie are open to non-members.
1st - From Corsets to Communism
6th - Musical Moments for Children
7th - Musical Moments
17th - Arte Dei Suonatori
19th - "Bawmy Się" - Autumn Dance
24th - Polish Wine Tasting
29th - Chip shop in Poznań
4th - Musical Moments
9th & 10th - Independence Day Exhibition and Lecture
12th - Celebracja Poezji Adama Czerniawskiego
15th - Dawnych Wspomnień Czar
17th - Christmas Decoration Workshop
22nd - The Salt of the Earth by Józef Wittlin
25th - Auschwitz Report Film
29th - The Boisterous Politician & the One-Legged General
2nd - Musical Moments
7th & 8th - Kiermasz Świąteczny - Christmas Market
15th - "Kolędy" - Christmas Party
31st - “Sylwester” - New Year’s Eve Ball
We will be announcing events on our website as soon as details are available so please visit regularly. Further events information can be found - HERE.
Email: Office@OgniskoPolskie.org.uk
Telephone: 020 7589 4670
The entrance to the club and restaurant is 55 Exhibition Road. Travel information and a map can be found - HERE.
You can sign up to receive our emails informing you about events taking place at Ognisko Polskie - HERE.
Email: info@ogniskorestaurant.co.uk
Telephone: 020 7589 0101
Website: www.ogniskorestaurant.co.uk
The restaurant will be closed on the following days:
Every Monday Club members can enjoy lunch or dinner at a special rate of £10 for 2 courses, or £14 including a glass of wine, at the exclusive Club table in the restaurant. Guests will be charged at the normal pre theatre rate.