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Night Tales
★ 4.0(1 review)Nightlife
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About the Vibe
Night Tales is East London's answer to the "one-stop" night out, spanning three railway arches that transition seamlessly from terrace drinks to a proper club crawl. You'll find the covered terrace buzzing early on with pizza from Sons of Slice and cocktails, before the energy shifts into Arch 14's Palm Bar and finally the main club room with its serious Funktion-One sound system. It's the kind of place where you can start with a relaxed group dinner and end up dancing until closing, though the real party usually kicks off after 11pm.
Known For
- •Three-arch layout
- •Funktion-One sound system
- •Sons of Slice pizza
- •Covered heated terrace
Best For
Group nights outBirthday celebrationsLate-night dancing
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 2, 2026
Three-Arch Party Hub with Serious Sound
Night Tales has carved out a solid niche in Hackney's nightlife scene over the last decade, offering a rare combination of spaces under one roof. The venue spans three railway arches, each with its own character: the covered terrace is perfect for early evening drinks with friends, Arch 14 houses the Palm Bar for a slightly more intimate vibe, and the main club room delivers a proper dancefloor experience with top-tier sound.
The flow works well—you can grab a pizza from Sons of Slice on the terrace, move through the bars, and end up on the dancefloor without ever leaving the building. The terrace gets particularly lively on weekends, and the club room hosts a mix of local and international DJs, mostly focusing on house and techno. It can get quite crowded and loud, especially in the main club, but that's part of the appeal if you're looking for a high-energy night out. The staff are generally friendly, though service can slow down when the venue is packed.
If you're planning a group night, book a table on the terrace or one of the VIP day beds to secure your spot. The venue is well-connected by public transport, with Hackney Central just a few minutes away. While it's not the most intimate spot, Night Tales delivers a reliable, full-spectrum nightlife experience that's hard to beat in East London.