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Who owns the Royal Albert Hall?
The Royal Albert Hall is owned by a registered charity, the Corporation of the Royal Albert Hall Trust. It was originally built with private funds and opened by Queen Victoria in 1871. It operates as a not-for-profit venue, hosting a wide range of events including the Festival of Remembrance.
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