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About Hackney Empire
Hackney Empire is a theatre on Mare Street, in Hackney in the London Borough of Hackney. Originally designed by Frank Matcham it was built in 1901 as a music hall, and expanded in 2001. Described by The Guardian as "the most beautiful theatre in London" it is an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation. In 2021, pop singer Leona Lewis became the patron of the Empire.
Getting there
🚉 Public transport
- Hackney CentralTrain station150 m · 2 min walk
- Hackney DownsTrain station460 m · 7 min walk
- London FieldsTrain station590 m · 10 min walk
- HomertonTrain station860 m · 14 min walk
- Dalston JunctionTrain station1.4 km · 22 min walk
- Dalston KingslandTrain station1.4 km · 23 min walk
Distances are measured in a straight line from the venue; walking times are estimates. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
🛏️ Hotels near Hackney Empire
Check prices ↗- TravelodgeHotel150 m · 2 min walk
- .KipHotel160 m · 3 min walk
- Komo PodsHotel710 m · 11 min walk
- City Inn ExpressHotel780 m · 13 min walk
- Cape HouseHostel1.1 km · 18 min walk
- Premier InnHotel1.2 km · 20 min walk
🛏️ Hotels near Hackney Empire
Check prices ↗🍽️ Eat & drink nearby
- Cock TavernPub20 m · 1 min walk
- Old ShipPub · burger30 m · 1 min walk
- The Barrel BoulangerieCafé50 m · 1 min walk
- Banh Mi Hoi-anRestaurant50 m · 1 min walk
- Peck! Peck!Restaurant · chicken60 m · 1 min walk
- Great indian foodRestaurant70 m · 1 min walk
- You Call The ShotsBar70 m · 1 min walk
- Empire TavernBar70 m · 1 min walk
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Hackney Empire: FAQs
What's on at Hackney Empire?
Hackney Empire has 10 upcoming events. Next up: Susan Calman: Tall Tales on Wednesday, 21 October 2026.
Where is Hackney Empire?
Hackney Empire is located at 291 Mare Street, London, E8 1EJ.
How big is Hackney Empire?
Hackney Empire has a capacity of around 1,275.
Is there parking at Hackney Empire?
Pay and Display available that runs till 11pm.
When is the Hackney Empire box office open?
The box office is open 10:00am until 9:00pm Tickets can be collected 1 hour prior a performance.
What is the nearest station to Hackney Empire?
The nearest station is Hackney Central (Train station), about 150 m from Hackney Empire.
Which hotels are closest to Hackney Empire?
The closest places to stay are Travelodge (150 m), .Kip (160 m), and Komo Pods (710 m).
When did Hackney Empire open?
Hackney Empire opened in 1901.







