Heaven

The West End


Encouraging hedonism since 1979, when it opened on the site of a former roller disco, this perennially popular mixed/gay bar under the Charing Cross arches hosts excellent gigs and club nights, and has hosted New Order, The Birthday Party, Killing Joke and many a legendary act. Monday’s mixed party Popcorn offers one of the best weeknight’s clubbing in the capital.

The celebrated G-A-Y takes place here on Thursday (G-A-Y Porn Idol), Friday (G-A-Y Camp Attack) and Saturday (plain ol’ G-A-Y).


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