The clubs of the moment in London
Updated October 10, 2026
1. Loulou's at 5 Hertford Street
€€€€Mayfair, London
Why now · London's most coveted society dancefloor retains its edge through an exceptionally exclusive door and a genuine mix of fashion insiders, young aristocrats and A-listers. ([tatler.com](https://www.tatler.com/article/which-london-halloween-haunt-is-the-hottest-in-town-time-to-pick-your-party-its-a-scr
Vibe · Intimate, extravagantly decorated and discreetly hedonistic.
Best time · Thursday after dinner, from 11pm.
Dress code · Elegant eveningwear; a jacket and collared shirt are the safest choice for men.
Getting in · Arrange an invitation through a member of 5 Hertford Street; exceptionally difficult without an existing connection, and special parties may require additional approval. ([clubsinlondon.com](https://www.clubsinlondon.com/2026/07/24/5-hertford-street-loulous-how-to-get-in/?utm_source=openai))
Sources · Tatler, Clubs in London
2. Annabel's
€€€€Mayfair, London
Why now · Fresh August 2026 coverage of Taylor Swift's visit reinforces that this established institution remains a current celebrity destination rather than merely a famous old address. ([tatler.com](https://www.tatler.com/article/taylor-swift-london-nights-out-guide))
Vibe · Maximalist glamour, theatrical interiors and international high society.
Best time · Dinner followed by dancing on a Thursday or Saturday.
Dress code · Smart, elegant eveningwear; check the club's current dress-code document before attending.
Getting in · Attend as a member or an accompanied member's guest; extremely difficult for outsiders, with no ordinary public nightclub ticket or table-booking route. ([explorelondon.co.uk](https://www.explorelondon.co.uk/nightlife/annabels.php?utm_source=openai))
Sources · Tatler, Explore London, London Gentleman's Guide
3. Gallery Club London
€€€Kensington, London
Why now · A Best New Nightclub award, Time Out recognition and Tatler's society-party endorsement make Gallery the strongest newer contender for a fashionable West London night with serious DJs. ([timeout.com](https://www.timeout.com/london/nightlife/gallery?utm_source=openai))
Vibe · House-led, high-energy and stylish, centred on a striking 360-degree DJ booth.
Best time · Friday or Saturday for a headline DJ; consult the current event programme.
Dress code · Polished clubwear; no ripped jeans, tracksuits, dirty trainers or flip-flops.
Getting in · Buy advance tickets through the official event links or request a table; popular events can sell out, tables start at a £1,000 minimum spend, and admission remains at the door team's discretion with physical photo ID required. ([galleryclublondon.com](https://www.galleryclublondon.com/))
Sources · Time Out, Tatler, Cosmopolitan UK
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