The Pasadena Roof Orchestra live in Twickenham

Experience The Pasadena Roof Orchestra live on August 30th

The Pasadena Roof Orchestra is scheduled to perform at Strawberry Hill House & Garden in Twickenham, United Kingdom on August 30, 2026. The orchestra is renowned for its authentic recreation of the British dance band sound of the 1920s and 1930s, encompassing jazz, swing, and popular dance music from that era. Their performances typically feature a full big band instrumentation and a focus on arrangements originally played by leading orchestras of the time, including those of Paul Whiteman and George Gershwin.

Strawberry Hill House is a Grade I listed building celebrated as Britain’s most flamboyant example of Gothic Revival architecture. Constructed largely between 1749 and 1776 by Horace Walpole, it was designed as a picturesque villa rather than a defensive castle. The house’s interior is notable for its elaborate detailing, including intricate plasterwork, stained glass, and a collection of paintings and furniture reflecting Walpole’s tastes.

The surrounding garden has undergone significant restoration in recent years aiming to reinstate elements of Walpole’s original landscape design alongside later additions. It combines formal gardens with more naturalistic plantings offering varied horticultural interest.