Notting Hill Arts Club

It’s not easy these days to go for a big night out in west London, which is what makes the scruffily chic basement bar at NHAC such a draw. And don’t forget that NHAC is also a bit of a legend and has been running since 1997 – not all of London’s best nights out have always been in Hackney, you know. Regular hip hop nights, indie band showcases and events run by local heroes are all part of the venue’s busy schedule. It’s also had a pretty impressive clientele in its time: Lily Allen, Rita Ora and The Libertines all owe their first shows to this venue.