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About The Hmv Forum

The HMV Forum, today known as O2 Forum Kentish Town, is a storied London live music venue with a 2,300-person capacity after 2007 renovations. Located at 9-17 Highgate Road, London NW5 1JY, this indoor venue hosts a wide range of shows—from standing ground floor experiences to balcony seating and fully seated events. Whether you’re chasing an iconic act or an intimate performance, we’ve got you covered with up-to-date ticket options and insider tips to secure your seats.

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Getting to The HMV Forum is straightforward. The nearest tube is Kentish Town (about a 3-minute walk), with additional access from Tufnell Park, Camden Town, and Chalk Farm stations. Bus routes 134, 88, and 214 stop nearby, and Night Tube service runs on Fridays and Saturdays for late shows. Parking is limited and sits within a residential area under a Controlled Parking Zone; use nearby streets and drop-off is possible on Greenwood Place. After your show, explore nearby lodging and dining options—favoring our recommended hotels and restaurants to keep things easy and convenient.

Notable moments in the venue’s rich history include landmark performances by Björk in 1993 and Prince during the London Forum era. From its branding as HMV Forum (2009–2013) to its current identity as O2 Forum Kentish Town, the venue remains a cornerstone of London’s live music scene.

  • Capacity: 2,300 (post-renovation)
  • Seat/standing arrangement: Ground floor primarily standing with balcony seating; some shows are fully seated
  • Parking: Limited in a nearby residential area; drop-off on Greenwood Place
  • Transit: Kentish Town (3-minute walk); other nearby stations include Tufnell Park, Camden Town, Chalk Farm
  • Nearby hotels: The Megaro Hotel (King’s Cross), The Camden Town Hotel, and several options within a short distance

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 2,300 (after 2007 renovations).
  • Address: 9-17 Highgate Road, London NW5 1JY, United Kingdom.
  • Venue type: Indoor concert/music venue (standing ground floor with balcony seating; some events fully seated).
  • Seating chart: Ground floor primarily standing; upstairs balcony seating/benches; certain shows can be fully seated.
  • Parking: In a residential area with a Controlled Parking Zone; parking limited; drop-off allowed on Greenwood Place.
  • Transit: Nearest tube is Kentish Town (3-minute walk); other nearby stations include Tufnell Park, Camden Town, Chalk Farm; bus routes 134, 88, 214; Night Tube on Fridays/Saturdays.
  • Nearby hotels: The Megaro Hotel (King’s Cross), The Camden Town Hotel, among others within a short distance.
  • Notable events hosted: Hosted many major acts over the years; notable performances include Björk (1993) and Prince at the London Forum era, among others; the venue was branded HMV Forum from 2009–2013 and is now O2 Forum Kentish Town.