Clubz – Places and Spaces – The Magic Roundabout, London
We chat to the team behind the hidden gem on the roundabout in the heart of Old Street Station in the capital
IT'S not often somewhere as unique and exciting as The Magic Roundabout comes about.
Hidden on a roundabout in Old Street Station in London, this place is a very special winter wonderland that brings together great DJs, live music and plenty of quality cocktails, award winning and branded pop up food vendors and some no-expenses spared themed areas. These include the psychedelic Far Out Forest, The Bassano Hunting Lodge complete with taxidermy trophy wall and an opium den to fit with the fact it is the Year of the Dragon.
The colours, character, charm and complete authenticity of the space makes it an essential place to visit this winter. What’s more, with Halloween parties, garage parties, and a big New Year’s Eve event all lined-up for the coming months, there is no excuse not to get down and check it out. Before you do so, though, get to know a little more about the place from this interview with Sarah Holgate who runs the Magic Roundabout.
How long has your venue been open? Does it have a strong music legacy and is that important?
We opened our doors in June 2015 with a music policy of House and Disco. Since then we'd played host to some great parties and collaborated with venue heavyweights including Egg LDN and XOYO.
What is the style of your venue in terms of decor and vibe? Old school and raw or futuristic and hi tech for example?
Being in a roundabout makes us totally unique, there isn't anything like us in the world! We wanted the venue to feel like you were walking into a festival and so there are lots of differently themed areas and little things to discover. We also try to be as green as possible so use a lot of upcycled and recycled materials.
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