The Hockley Arts Club

Tucked away in the heart of Nottingham’s Hockley district, The Hockley Arts Club offers a layered night out with style, substance and a touch of theatre. Housed in a beautifully preserved Grade-II listed former lace showroom, the venue spreads over multiple floors — each with its own distinct character. On the main floor (named “Stockholm” in some listings) you find a relaxed yet stylish bar space, perfect to begin your evening with a craft cocktail or a fine wine. The middle floor — the “Blue Rooms” — features cosy leather-sofa seating, regal booths, vintage chipped wood and ambient lighting: ideal for intimate gatherings and table service charcuterie boards. At the very top sits the ultra-instagrammable “Electric Garden” — a rooftop-inspired bar with neon blossom trees, fairy lights and its own entrance. Cocktail-wise, The Hockley Arts Club takes its craft seriously. Expect imaginative mixes, seasonal menus, and plenty of flair from award-winning bartenders. Non-alcoholic and low-ABV options are well-represented too, and the food side includes sharing boards, charcuterie and occasional bottomless brunch/charcuterie deals. The atmosphere effortlessly shifts as the evening progresses: from sophisticated sipping, to relaxed lounge, to more energetic weekend rhythms with DJs and dance in the later hours. With its hidden-door vibe (the entrance changed to 25 Warser Gate recently) and location in one of Nottingham’s most creative quarters, this bar strikes the balance between boutique cocktail experience and social nightlife destination. Whether you’re after a date-night, a pre-club drink, or a stylish lounge stop, The Hockley Arts Club delivers something beyond the ordinary.