The Piano Club

An exclusive circle of donors, supporting innovation, research, and world-class care at Royal Brompton and Harefield Hospitals — the UK’s leading specialist heart and lung centre.

Why Support The Piano Club

For nearly two centuries, Royal Brompton and Harefield Hospitals have been at the leading edge of heart and lung medicine — pioneering groundbreaking surgery and delivering world-class care. As the largest specialist heart and lung centre in the UK, our experts perform exceptionally complex procedures that few others can offer, and our research helps shape healthcare globally.

Our name – The Piano Club – pays homage to the extraordinary story of Cordelia Read, whose will was discovered inside her piano in 1871. Her legacy funded the expansion of Royal Brompton Hospital, and her spirit of generosity continues to resonate within these walls. As members of The Piano Club, you echo that legacy—letting your support strike a chord for innovation, care, and compassion.

Your Impact

Joining The Piano Club means joining a legacy:

• Fuelling cutting-edge equipment & pioneering research

• Enhancing patient experiences and access to ground-breaking treatments

• Nurturing our mission to be the UK’s leading centre for heart and lung disease, advancing care through innovation and clinical excellence Royal Brompton NHS Trust+1.

Membership Benefits

As a member of The Piano Club, you will receive:

Exclusive updates from our world-leading clinicians and researchers

Invitations to private events – including receptions, behind-the-scenes tours, and member-only briefings

Stories of impact showing the difference your support makes every day

How to Join

Support the Hospitals with a gift of £1,000 or more, as a one-off donation or as monthly instalments (approx. £84/month). Help us continue a story that began with compassion and still transforms lives today.

Have a question?

Call us on 020 3988 5982 or email a member of the partnerships and philanthropy team