Welcome to Heartspaces at Essex Hall

Heartspaces is a vibrant and welcoming Unitarian community hub in central London, open to spiritual seekers, existing Unitarians and curious newcomers. Heartspaces at Essex Hall is a programme of weekly spiritual gatherings led by Unitarian ministers and volunteers across London.

Essex Hall, Essex St, Temple, London WC2R 3HY

Taking place primarily on Thursday evenings at Essex Hall – the historic headquarters of the General Assembly and the site of one of the first Unitarian churches in the country – Heartspaces is both rooted in Unitarian values and offers something refreshingly new.

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A gathering of happy people, sitting in a circle, all in discussion with their neighbour. There is a huge poster of a rainforest in the background, on the far wall, the rug is blue, the walls are a warm yellow. In the middle stands a table with tablecloth on it: on top, you can see a lit candle in a red, glass candle holder, as well as three lit tealights surrounding it. The atmosphere is warm and friendly.

Heartspaces offers a welcoming spiritual community in a constantly changing world. Join us for a programme of regular events from the weekly Thursday evening spiritual gatherings to the occasional additional event.

Regular Gatherings

Spiritual Jukebox

Sharing songs that move and inspire.
First Thursday of the month at 6.30pm

Heart & Soul Gathering

Informal Unitarian service of ritual, poetry and music.
Second Thursday of the month at 6.30pm

Soul Fuel – a spiritual open mic

Bring a song, poem or story to share at this new live acoustic event.
Third Thursday of the month at 6.30pm

Mystic of the Month

Discover the spiritual practices of mystics from East and West.
Fourth Thursday of the month at 6.30pm

Upcoming dates

From regular Pagan Ceremonies to the events every Thursday evening, Heartspaces encourages people to gather, share and discover together. Whether you’re a seasoned Unitarian, a spiritual searcher or simply curious, find your space to grow.

Please register in advance.

THURSDAY 3 September @ 6.30pm

Spiritual Jukebox
Share and discuss music that touches your soul

An hour of eclectic music and stories. Bring a song or music track which inspires you to share with the group.

THURSDAY 10 September @ 6.30pm

Heart and Soul Spiritual Gathering
An informal Unitarian meditation service.

THURSDAY 17 September @ 6.30pm

Soul Fuel, a spiritual open mic
A new, monthly live, acoustic event featuring music, storytelling and poetry.

THURSDAY 24 September @ 6.30pm

Mystic of the Month
An experimental session exploring a different mystic from Eastern and Western spirituality, and spiritual practices inspired by their lives.