Seven Dials Club: Pub in Camden, London

Seven Dials Club is an art venue in Covent Garden, and its programming leans heavily towards comedy. Its comedy nights, often run as Comedy Carnival, tend to fall on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. That regular rhythm makes it easy to plan a night around a laugh. The crowd tends to be people who want live stand-up without a stadium feel. It works for a first date, a group of friends or a solo night out with no pressure. The room feels arts-led, so expect a bit of character rather than a slick corporate set-up. If you're choosing between shows, look at the comedy line-up first. It's the clearest guide to what the venue does best.