Historical version 2 of Hidden, SE11 5EQ (view current version)
- 0207 820 0788 / 07939 486 903
- 100 Tinworth Street, SE11 5EQ (streetmap) (osm) (gmap) (bingmap) (streetview)
- hiddenclub.co.uk
Hidden (formerly Studio 33) is a nightclub just off Albert Embankment, and not actually very well hidden, at that.
The bouncers are straightforward, although there's a no-chewing-gum policy in the club, and they'll confiscate any they find. Inside, the club (capacity 643 according to the website) is split into three main rooms, joined by a warren of wide passageways and staircases. This can make the club feel very crowded, with people pushing past all the time; on the other hand, it's quite conducive to wandering around and socialising; the layout reminded me quite a lot of Egg in King's Cross.
The main dance areas are smallish, but that doesn't seem to detract much; they've also had very good projection/VJ setups any time I've been there. The soundsystem is good without being ear-splitting. There are toilet attendants, but they seemed fairly unobtrusive; bar staff are friendly and efficient.
There's an outside garden/smoking area, although when I visited in November it was a bit on the chilly side, so didn't spend much time there. Cloakroom charges £2 per item; water is £2.50, and they sell "XL" instead of Red Bull, for (I think) £3 a can. You probably want to avoid the red wine.