The Haggerston: Pub in Hackney, London

The Haggerston is an art venue in E8 where live music and visual work share the same room. The programme leans on sound: jazz, club-leaning nights, and bookings that suit people who like to listen properly. The crowd tends to be curious rather than loud. Musicians who care how a room sounds. Art people who stay for the drinks. Locals who would rather find something good than queue for what everyone else is talking about. Start by asking what kind of night you want. A listening evening asks for something different from a dance floor. Once you know that, the choice gets easier.