![Silhouettes of people standing and facing a vibrant stage with multicolored lights, including pink, blue, and orange hues, creating a lively atmosphere. The figures appear to be watching a performance in a darkened venue.](https://www.culturecalling.com/images/uploads/feature_images/foldy_fold.jpg)
Gillian House, Stephenson St, E16 4SA
A newcomer, one that has polarised the unsouthern, yet has now become one of the city’s most talked-about clubs.
FOLD, atop an old printing factory between Canning Town and Star Lane, opened a few years before Covid hit, and bounced back strong after the levees were lowered, showing that in the short time it was opened, it already fostered some sort of community.
Seriously, peak to any man with piercings, a mullet and a tank-top, and he will tell you that his favourite club in London is FOLD, specifically their UNFOLD nights. Unannounced line-ups, tickets only sold at the door, no guaranteed entry even if you’ve been standing in line like patience on a monument, Berlin-style admissions where doorstaff can bounce who they like for whatever reason.
Exclusivity at nightclubs is a thing of the past, but in queer spaces like FOLD, it is essential in keeping the nights safe and enjoyable, as well as fostering a specific vibe conducive to the whole club experience.
It’s run by people who really care, attended by those with a passion for the music, the scene, for the community. It’s something you notice about the place almost right away.
A long, spacious smoking area for those who indulge, outstanding visuals for its size, and a friendly, convivial dancefloor, even if FOLD didn’t have the community/exclusivity USP going for it, it would still make a top 5.
See their upcoming events here
Details
- Address:
- Stephenson St.
- E16 4SA
- Contact:
- https://ra.co/clubs/155399/events