All About E1 London

London, United Kingdom

Club / Indoor only / S – 500-2k

City

Electronic

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Underground

Casual

E1 London takes immersive raves to the next level, pushing boundaries and creating truly unforgettable experiences.

As part of its grand unveiling in 2017, E1 hosted an epic 27-hour rave in the vibrant historical East London. The Wapping district, where the iconic nightclub found its home, shelters many traditional pubs.

To ensure their guests enjoy a premier experience, E1 has installed a state-of-the-art Funktion-One sound system for optimum audio engineering. With killer lineups come great responsibility – that’s why there are no compromises when it comes to quality at this renowned establishment.

E1’s audience can be described as primarily young, casual music lovers who are devoted to raving and wear Berlin fashion.

For those who wish they could still experience the thrill of partying in Berlin, but lack the energy to hop on a train, E1 London is here for you.

Here is everything you need to know about E1 London.

How E1 became a London legend

Just like no success story is peachy, E1’s evolution wasn’t an easy feat. In the early 2010s, London officials weren’t keen on operating clubs like Berlin’s 24-hour nightlife temples, resulting in licensing limitations.

Yuval Hen and Oren Arush, alongside undisclosed industry legends, wanted to create a multi-sensory and immersive clubbing experience with E1.

Since the co-owners had already owned Studio Spaces, a top-notch photography studio where E1 now resides, they decided that the venue was the ideal location for endless weekend raves.

Hen and Arush weren’t the only dreamers – the music mecca was previously occupied by Copyright and Mango’s, two short-lived clubs that couldn’t handle the heat. Because Hen and Arush had their licensing requests rejected many times, E1 partnered with The Hydra in 2012.

The Hydra is a renowned local event company, but the collaborative rave failed miserably, and partiers had to evacuate the building due to audio and ventilation system malfunction(s).

Fast forward to 2013, E1’s request for licensing was denied yet again, but it marched on with temporary licenses to prove worthy of permanent operation. In 2014, the London techno temple received over 50 24-hour permits until it finally launched as a full-fledged club in 2016.

E1’s unwavering commitment to bringing the underground music scene to the forefront didn’t go unnoticed by the government. In COVID-19’s aftermath, the club was the happy receiver of a financial aid in 2020 and 2021, thanks to its contribution to London’s art community.

E1 London is in a culturally and historically rich area

Wapping, where E1 lies majestically, is an East London area that has seen its fair share of adversity. In 1932, the British Union of Fascists organized a march on Cable Street to celebrate their anniversary and were counter-protested by socialist, Jewish, and anti-fascist groups.

The clashes successfully blocked the oppressive party’s rally, but many were injured.

The area remains grungy and underdeveloped, given its dark history and decline after World War II. Not really a site for nightlife happenings – or so people thought, because Wapping is now a buzzing entertainment hub with traditional pubs and alternative clubs.

E1’s management worked with the Wapping community to improve the neighborhood, which has now become the London nightclub’s beloved home.

The London club’s location is an industrial haven

The former factory, current photography studio, and event space are spread over one floor on a commercial block.

Its large layout with a bar and three modular areas (The Warehouse, Black Studio, and White Studio) makes it an industrial hub with minimal decorations to leave room for visuals.

Steel structures, brick walls, and concrete pillars reign supreme at the electronic mecca, giving E1 London a bona fide warehouse appeal.

E1’s Funktion-One sound system was installed with acoustics in mind to space the sound over the rooms. With a 1,600-person capacity spread over 6,000 square meters, you’ll make new raver friends and be one with the beats.

E1’s marketing manager Tim Hinson said in an interview that the club’s design was inspired by iconic party destinations. The Cross, Tresor, and Trouw were part of the design moodboard, as the team wanted to create “a space that was the combination of a rough and ready warehouse space with the luxuries of a full club.”

The music at E1 is unparalleled

E1 is an electronic hub serving many subgenres on a silver platter. A range of sounds blast through the club’s speakers – from house and disco to minimal tech and jungle beats, you’ll dance from dusk till dawn.

Techno seems to be the favorite child of the London nightclub, and since E1 doesn’t have resident DJs, stellar lineups are its greatest strength.

The techno temple doesn’t discriminate when it comes to scoring acts – be it industry titans like âme, Kiasmos, and Mano Le Tough or up-and-coming stars like Palestinian DJ Sama’ Abdulhadi.

E1 London is a budget-friendly weekend affair

If you’re expecting special treatment and bubbly bottles, E1 London is not your spot. The club is as alternative and underground as it gets, so table services aren’t its thing.

Since the music mecca has curated lineups and weekend parties, ticket prices vary depending on the event and promoter.

From £5 to 30, E1 has something for everyone’s tax bracket. Tickets are primarily sold online, but if the night isn’t packed to the brim, on-door tickets are occasionally available.

E1 is no stranger to dance marathons

The London nightclub is a fan of breaking boundaries, and its launch crystallized its approach to raving.

E1 knew from the get-go that for a story to be riveting, the first few words had to be the epitome of catchy. And so it did. With a 27-hour party and bold vision, E1 kicked off with a bang on its 2016 NYE launch.

Artists like Maceo Plex, Ben Klock, and Avalon Emerson kept the marathon going and helped in etching E1’s name in London nightlife’s history.

E1 is a legendary hub

Since E1’s location is a versatile event space, its walls have witnessed epic moments in British culture.

The famous pop-star Kylie Minogue filmed her rendition of the late show in E1’s Warehouse room where futuristic installations breathed life into the venue. If that wasn’t iconic enough, Mr Eazi filmed his album launch for London to Lagos at the London club.