event
Sir Christopher Wren, 1710
St Paul's Churchyard, EC4M 8AD
Set within the spiralling elegance of the Geometric Staircase this remarkable event takes place in one of the most visually striking and architecturally significant spaces. More than just a meditation session, this is a rare opportunity to experience a sensory dialogue between sound and stone, mind and spirit, granting public access to a part of St Paul’s in an entirely new and unforgettable way.
St. Paul's
City Thameslink
17, 76, 133, 15, 26
Exact meeting point for the event will be provided to bookers.
Not suitable for people with seizures, epilepsy, heart conditions, high blood pressure or early stages of pregnancy. Stairs.
No previous experience necessary, wear comfortable clothes, you will be sitting on the stairs, bring a cushion or two for comfort.
Other
09:00–09:45
How to book
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Experience deep tranquility in an extraordinary setting – step into the iconic St Paul’s Cathedral for a unique sound bath with Jez Smith FRSA. Surrounded by soaring architecture and centuries of history, you’ll be enveloped in soothing waves of sound from gongs played by Jez, a renowned sound therapist and partially deaf musician. This immersive, evidence-informed session is designed to calm the mind and rejuvenate the body, helping you reset from city life while exploring the power of active listening. Discover deep relaxation and new perspectives in one of London’s most magical spaces.
Jez Smith FRSA is a distinguished sound bath practitioner, historical musician, and qualified sound therapist. He has been playing music for over 40 years, researching sound for 25 years and playing the gongs for 10 years. Combining deep expertise from diplomas with the British Academy of Sound Therapy and the College of Sound Healing, Jez crafts immersive sonic journeys using gongs, singing bowls, and ancient instruments. As a partially deaf musician, he brings a unique multi-sensory approach to his sessions, heightening the sense of vibration and resonance for profound relaxation and wellbeing. His evidence-informed sound baths, held across venues like Kew Gardens and the South Downs, invite participants to discover active listening, deep rest, and lasting mental and physical benefits. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts.
Open House Festival is thrilled to partner with Airbnb, our headline partner, to help visitors experience London in a more authentic way. Together, we share a mission to connect people with the city’s unique architecture, vibrant neighbourhoods and the stories that bring them to life. Just as Open House invites you to step inside remarkable spaces, Airbnb Experiences give you the chance to discover hidden streets, go behind the scenes of iconic landmarks and see the real side of London through the eyes of the people who know it best.
