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Lindy Hop in City of London

1 organiser run swing dancing in City of London at 3 venues, with weekly nights on Fridays and 10 dated events coming up.

Organisers: Swing Patrol
Venues: Bishopsgate Institute; The Great Hall, Bishopsgate Institute; Great Hall, Bishopsgate Institute

Lindy Hop and swing in City of London

In City of London, Swing Patrol run 1 regular weekly session on Fridays, with 10 dated events in the diary. Styles on offer: Lindy Hop, Charleston, Blues, Balboa, Collegiate Shag and Solo Jazz.

Fridays: Bishopsgate Swing Den (beginners' night) at 19:00–23:00 (Bishopsgate Institute).

Starting out? Bishopsgate Swing Den (beginners' night) on Fridays at 19:00–23:00, Learn to Dance in a Day: Lindy Hop on 25 Oct 2026 at 14:00–17:30, Bishopsgate Swing Den on 8 Jan 2027 and Bishopsgate Swing Live! with Pete Horsfall on 20 Nov 2026 at 19:00–23:00 are described by the organiser as suitable for newcomers. Most classes rotate partners, so you can come on your own – see your first class.

Prices listed by organisers here run from £9 to £45 – a drop-in class or social is usually at the lower end; courses, workshops and weekenders cost more.

Where: Bishopsgate Institute (EC2M 4QH), The Great Hall, Bishopsgate Institute (EC2M 4QH) and Great Hall, Bishopsgate Institute (EC2M 4QH). Each listing has Google and Apple Maps links.

Next up: Bishopsgate Swing Den on Friday 6 November 2026, Bishopsgate Swing Live! with Pete Horsfall on Friday 20 November 2026 and Dance In A Day: Lindy Hop on Sunday 22 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I learn Lindy Hop or swing dance in City of London?

Bishopsgate Swing Den (beginners' night) at Bishopsgate Institute. Full times and venues are listed on this page.

What nights are the classes and socials?

Fridays. Times are as listed by each organiser; anything marked "check first" should be confirmed before you travel.

How much does it cost?

Listed prices run from £9 to £45. Drop-in classes and socials are cheapest; courses and weekend workshops cost more.

Do I need a partner or any experience?

No. 11 sessions are marked as suitable for beginners, and most classes rotate partners so you can come alone.

Where can I go social dancing?

Bishopsgate Swing Den (beginners' night), Bishopsgate Swing Den, Bishopsgate Swing Live! with Pete Horsfall and Bishopsgate Swing Live! Christmas Party with Mississippi Swing. Socials often start with a short taster class.

What should I wear?

Comfortable clothes and shoes that turn on a wooden floor – suede or leather soles are ideal, trainers with smooth soles are fine. See our guide to what to wear.