The Anglo-Finnish Society is the oldest Finland related voluntary organisation in the UK (and possibly also anywhere else outside Finland). Non-political and non-profit making, the Society fosters cultural and social relations between these two countries and warmly welcomes anybody with an interest in Finland, its language, culture and the Finnish way of life.
The Anglo-Finnish Society
Cultural contacts
between Britain & Finland
Events
We organise on average 8-9 meetings or other events a year, most of them being illustrated talks and discussions at a variety of locations in London. Join us at our upcoming events!
Nov 20, 2026
Talk by British Ambassador in Helsinki
Laura Davies, the British Ambassador in Helsinki, will give a talk to the Society in the afternoon in London – further details to follow.
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Dec 11, 2026
Finnish Christmas Lunch at the Finnish Church in London
Christmas Lunch at the Finnish Church, 33 Albion Street, London, SE16 7HZ Friday, 11 December 2026 (1 p.m. to 4 p.m.) We are once again holding our Christmas lunch at the Finnish Church in Rotherhithe, with a range of delicious Finnish Christmas dishes. Pre-lunch drinks and the sitting-down Christmas buffet will be held in the […]
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Dec 11 - Dec 11, 2026
Kaija Saariaho & Amin Maalouf: Adriana Mater
Kaija Saariaho & Amin Maalouf Adriana Mater 28 Nov – 12 Dec 2026 London Coliseum Like father, like son…? In a world shaped by war, Kaija Saariaho’s opera, Adriana Mater finds hope where it seems impossible. Powerful and rarely staged, this ENO debut unites Artistic Director Annilese Miskimmon and Music Director Designate André de Ridder […]
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