How to Find the Best Weeknight Clubs in London

London plays host to some of the very best clubs in the UK. With so much variety on offer there are literally hundreds of places to go out every night where you’re guaranteed to have a good time. Nowadays weeknight in the city can often be even better than weekends as they attract more students and travellers, keen to enjoy the music and dance, and less keen to get too drunk and start fights.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. With so much on offer it’s easy to get swamped with information. Try to be selective. Ask yourself which area of town you want to go out in (how easy is it to get back), what kind of music you want to listen to, what kind of crowd you want to mix with and (for some of us the most important question) what kind of prices you’d like to pay.
2. Once you’ve decided what you are looking for you need to find out what’s on this week. To do this you’ll need to find a magazine, newspaper or website that has club listings for the area/type of music/price range you are interested in.
3. Make sure you ask people what they think of certain clubs. Quite often you can learn most from your friends and colleagues, or even try asking people you meet when you’re out and about! Weeknight clubs are often promoted by students, for students, so talking to students is definitely a good idea!
4. London daily newspapers comment on celebrities’ nightlife escapades every morning. Make sure you pay attention to which clubs bands, actors and z-list reality TV stars are getting drunk at and getting thrown out of as these will no doubt be some of the trendiest places to visit.

Tips & Warnings

• Remember that clubs in London aren’t always musically specific. A club that hosts an electro night on a Monday might host a Drum and Bass night on a Thursday. Always check who’s performing/dj-ing, before you turn up at a club.
• The best clubs are often away from major roads and hard to find. Stay away from easy to find venues as these are usually full of tourists and cheesy music. If you put some effort in you will certainly find some great venues with fantastic music and much cheaper bar prices.
• Nightlife in London is constantly changing and evolving. To keep on top of things try to make friends with a DJ or promoter – they’re sure to keep you informed!
• Sometimes the best clubs can be hard to find, or a fair distance away from tube stations and bus stops. You may find yourself walking through less safe areas, not always much fun when you’re wearing your party clothes and carrying your beer money. Always err on the side of caution and if possible, take a taxi.