London’s Comedy Scene: 6 Must-Visit Clubs and Venues
Sometimes, all it takes to de-stress yourselves after a long day/week of work is to laugh out loud with your friends—after all, laughter is indeed the best medicine! For this need, we recommend checking out London’s selection of bustling comedy clubs.
These clubs feature some of the most talented local and international acts and they’re guaranteed to make you burst out laughing with their witty one-liners and over-the-top skits. If this sounds like something you need in your life right now, you’ve come to the right place!
Check out the best comedy clubs in London below and discover why they should be your next Friday night destination!
The Comedy Store
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Website: https://london.thecomedystore.co.uk
Address: 1a Oxendon St
Contact details: +44 20 7024 2060
Operating hours:
- Tuesday to Saturday: 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM
- Sunday: 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM
- Monday: 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Cost: ££
One could look at The Comedy Store as one of the founding fathers of the current comedy scene in London, and we wouldn’t dispute that! It’s been around since 1979 and has since hosted some amazing acts from fantastic comedians including the late great Robin Williams.
We also love the overall intimate vibe of the comedy club even though it’s spacious enough to seat 400 butts. This, paired with the talented comedians doing open mics from around the world, makes for memorable laugh-out-loud moments.
Of course, it wouldn’t be a complete comedy night without some drinks and chow, and fortunately, The Comedy Store excels in both. Whether you’re craving burgers, pizza or light bites, you can expect their kitchen to whip up something delicious!
Pro tip:
Check out the “What’s On” page of their website to see all of their upcoming shows and their respective entrance fees! This way, you won’t have to go in blindly and choose the acts you want to see live alone or with your friends.
Angel Comedy Club
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Website: https://www.angelcomedy.co.uk
Address: Camden Head, 2 Camden Walk
Contact details: +44 20 7502 7151
Operating hours: Daily from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Cost: £
Angel Comedy Club has been around since 2010 and since then, they’ve been featuring banger shows non-stop, as they’re one of the few clubs that open seven days a week! In total, they’re able to hold an astonishing number of 40 shows per week.
Our favourite thing about Angel Comedy Club is that it doesn’t present itself as a business out to get its customer’s money. In fact, it makes an effort to produce free shows and if it’s not, you won’t have to pay a pretty penny—respect!
We also appreciate how they provide a platform for up-and-comers, who are always fun to watch because who knows, maybe they’ll be the next big comedian in films. At the same time, they also feature regulars who are well-known in the local scene.
Pro tip:
If you want to tip your toes in comedy, this is the place for you! Check out their courses on their official website and learn the ropes to doing improvs, writing comedy skits or even becoming the next act on their stage!
Camden Comedy Club
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Website: https://camdencomedyclub.com
Address: 100 Camden High St
Contact details: +44 20 7485 4019
Operating hours: Daily from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Cost: £
If you don’t want to spend more than a tenner for a night full of laughs, then Camden Comedy Club should be right up your alley! It hosts amazing stand-up acts and open mics seven days a week and the guests range from up-and-comers to well-established TV names—pretty cool!
One of the things we love about Camden Comedy Club is its super intimate setting, featuring a small but breathable L-shaped room. The stage itself is simple, featuring a red backdrop and a neon light of the bar’s name—simplicity is key!
We also love the variety they offer per night, as they’ll host anything from total improv shows to your regular stand-up comedy shows. It’s also where well-known acts try out their new materials sometimes, so it’s worth checking out!
Pro tip:
If you want to plan for a full-packed you can treat this comedy club as an ender for your trip to the nearby London Zoo!
Top Secret Comedy Club
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Website: https://thetopsecretcomedyclub.co.uk
Address: 170a Drury Ln
Contact details: +44 7956 539784
Operating hours:
- Monday to Thursday: 5:30 PM to 10:30 PM
- Friday: 6:00 PM to 12:30 AM
- Saturday: 12:30 PM to 12:30 AM
- Sunday: 4:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Cost: £
Top Secret Comedy Club is one of the highest-rated comedy bars in London, and it’s not hard to see why with its amazing local shows every night of the week. If you’re wondering why they’re named this way, it’s because they hold surprise mystery celebrity guest shows!
These shows are their biggest draws and have featured the likes of Dave Chappelle, Louis CK, Chris Rock and other big-name comedians. This type of mystery makes it all the more worth it to check out their shows at random days of the week—plus, they’re cheap as well!
Speaking of cheap, you can also enjoy super affordable beers here as well! With that being said, expect a rowdy crowd and an overall fun and banter-filled experience but don’t worry because the acts can handle it!
Pro tip:
If you’re planning on becoming a regular visitor, we recommend becoming a member! This will grant you exclusive discounts on entrance fees all year long and you’ll get to support the bar at the same time.
99 Club
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Website: https://www.99clubcomedy.com/
Address: 2A Charing Cross Rd
Contact details: +44 20 3627 8955
Operating hours:
- Tuesday to Friday, Sunday: 10:00 AM to 10:30 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
- Monday: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Cost: £
The 99 Club has been the recipient of the Best London Comedy Club award multiple times, and it’s not hard to see why when you see its lineups. From Joe Bor to Marlon Davis, Carl Donnelly, and more, the local comedians you can watch here are stacked!
It’s also great value for money, as you won’t have to spend more than 20 pounds to watch 4 high-quality acts in one night.
As for the setting, it’s much more sophisticated compared to other comedy clubs, but don’t be fooled! It can get rowdy in a snap, especially when specific comedians take centre stage.
Pro tip:
If you’re looking for something fun to do at Christmas, you can arrange your holiday gathering in their comedy club! Their Christmas package consists of good food, drinks and of course, high-quality acts!
The Bill Murray
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Website: https://www.99clubcomedy.com/
Address: 39 Queen’s Head St
Contact details: +44 20 7502 7151
Operating hours:
- Monday to Thursday: 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM
- Friday: 5:00 PM to 1:00 AM
- Saturday: 3:30 PM to 1:00 AM
- Sunday: 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Cost: £
The Bill Murray is located just beside Angel Comedy Club and it’s the first ever “community comedy club”. It charges little to no entrance fee and it’s dedicated to lovers of comedy who want to catch multiple acts in one night—perfect for ending a stress-filled week!
The shows here can range from solo works to improv and anything in between so you’ll never know what to expect (unless you check their calendar.) Nonetheless, it’s a great place to check out up-and-comers try out their new materials and veterans do their iconic bits.
Pro tip:
You can also spend time at their beer garden if you want to get some air after being snugged inside the tight space of the comedy club for several hours.