21 Arkwright Road, Hampstead, London NW3 6AA. The imported address gives NW3 6BG
Tobias Matthay Blue Plaque
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Why it's Wildland
3.0On a Hampstead house, a ceramic plaque marks the home where piano teacher and pianist Tobias Matthay lived. Erected in 1979, it records a life spanning 1858–1945 in a few lines: “Teacher and Pianist”.
A compact literary-and-musical-history stop rather than a nature destination: its appeal is the chance to connect a specific Hampstead address with a major piano teacher’s life and work. The plaque is the whole attraction, so it suits a short heritage detour, not a standalone day out.
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Open map21 Arkwright Road, Hampstead, London NW3 6AA. The imported address gives NW3 6BG
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The experience
A brief heritage stop centred on the ceramic plaque at Matthay’s former home. Read the inscription, note the address and use the visit as a prompt to explore Matthay’s teaching and published piano writings. No route, facilities or property access are verified.
Things to do
Read the inscription
The ceramic plaque identifies Tobias Matthay as a teacher and pianist, gives his dates as 1858–1945 and says that he lived here.
A few minutes
Connect the plaque with Matthay’s piano teaching
After seeing the plaque, explore Matthay’s published writings on piano technique and teaching using the supplied selected-writings resource; this is an independent follow-up, not an on-site facility.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · Under 1 hour
A quick plaque stop
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Go to 21 Arkwright Road and view the plaque only from a place you are permitted to enter.
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Read the inscription and note Matthay’s dates and professions.
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Check before visiting for access restrictions; no entry to the home is implied.
Verified history
English Heritage records Tobias Matthay (1858–1945) as a teacher and pianist. He lived at 21 Arkwright Road, where a ceramic plaque was erected in 1979 by the Greater London Council. The inscription reads: “TOBIAS MATTHAY 1858-1945 Teacher and Pianist lived here.” A supplied biographical account says the Matthays moved to Hampstead in 1901 and describes their home as a handsome residence in a then-quiet neighbourhood; that detail comes from the account’s quotation of a biography, not the plaque itself.
Hidden details
The plaque’s material and wording — English Heritage identifies the plaque as ceramic. Its short inscription records Matthay’s dates, profession and residence rather than a longer account of his career.
When to go
· Daylight, to read the outdoor inscription. Viewing access is not confirmed; check before visiting.
The plaque is an outdoor feature and the supplied sources give no seasonal visiting information.
The plaque is outdoors; weather and viewing conditions may affect a brief stop. Check before visiting for access restrictions.
What to look for
The ceramic plaque and its exact wording: “TOBIAS MATTHAY 1858–1945 Teacher and Pianist lived here”. English Heritage records that the plaque was erected in 1979 by the Greater London Council.
The story
Literature
Best time to go
Any season; the plaque is outdoors. Check before visiting for access or restrictions.
Any time of year in daylight; the plaque is outdoors. Check before visiting for viewing access and restrictions.
How long to spend
Under 1 hour
Perfect for
History lovers
Before you go
Practical information
Opening & access
The plaque is on the exterior of the former home at 21 Arkwright Road. Viewing access, visitor restrictions and any access to the property are not confirmed; check before visiting and view only from a place you are permitted to enter. Access arrangements are unconfirmed. Check before visiting; do not enter private land or restricted structures.
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Accessibility
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