The Shacklewell Arms Concerts 2025

Loved the variety of music selected and the lighting enhanced the experience — donations had gone to a local charity. Lots of young adults & was a great atmosphere with a spacious smoking area. Played Studio Ghibli films on the TV to watch whilst waiting to be served.

Whilst I absolutely love the gigs there, the venue has failed me several times, such as charging more than the price of the drink, and tonight a girl tried to punch me on the dance floor; I flee the situation and got the bouncer but the girl was not thrown out like she should have. She even had an attitude to me in front of the bouncer, and called me posh as a way to justify her behaviour, clearly jalousy.

Small pub & music venue in Hackney. Can't comment about the food as I was there for a gig. Reasonable selection of beers in the bar (although at London prices!). Music room holds about 150 at a guess, so you're always close to the action. Could maybe do with a slightly better lighting rig, but sound quality was very good. Staff were friendly. Walking distance from a couple of TFL Overground stations. Feels like a decent venue to see unusual & up&coming acts at decent ticket pricing. Worth checking out!

You don't come here for the food. You come here for the immaculate vibe. Can't explain how much I love this place. The club nights on Friday and Saturday are great fun and you'll always see some immaculately dressed people. I love the diversity of music to be found in the gigs and I love the PS1 in the bar playing Tekken.

Really fun. Decent drinks and not expensive, and we had a blast in the club at the back, open till 3am and only £8. A great atmosphere, even the bouncers were friendly. Loved it