PROUD CITY

An underground club near Tower Hill with a recently refurbished interior, a 3am licence, and an in-house entertainment network that supplies cabaret artists, circus performers, and burlesque shows as standard event options rather than specialist add-ons. PROUD CITY operates across two self-contained rooms — each with its own private entrance, bar, cloakroom, and facilities — that function independently for separate events or combine for up to 600 guests. The recently refurbished modern urban jungle aesthetic replaces the venue's previous 1920s speakeasy styling with something slicker and more contemporary, though the underground setting and theatrical programming retain the atmosphere that made the original concept work.

Two Rooms at PROUD CITY

CITY1, the Main Room, is the larger of the two — 300 standing or 235 seated, with a large dance floor surrounded by luxurious booths, a sizeable stage, and a top-tier sound, lighting, and AV rig. CITY2 operates as the more intimate counterpart: a raised DJ booth, banquette seating throughout, and its own small stage. Both rooms have been refurbished to the same standard, and the independent entrance and facilities setup means two completely different events can run simultaneously without crossing paths.

For full venue hire, the combined 600 capacity creates one of the City's larger underground party spaces — substantial enough for major corporate celebrations while retaining the contained, immersive atmosphere that makes underground venues feel different from hotel function rooms or above-ground event spaces.

Entertainment and Production at PROUD CITY

The entertainment programming is what separates PROUD CITY from standard venue hire. Access to elite cabaret artists and circus performers through Proud's established network means event planners can build entertainment into the evening without sourcing external acts or managing separate supplier relationships. The Main Room's stage, screen, and full lighting rig handle everything from awards presentations to live performance — the production infrastructure is permanent, not hired in per event. Bespoke menus including three-course fine dining handle the catering through an in-house kitchen.

PROUD CITY Location and Practicalities

The venue sits at 1 Mark Lane in the City of London's financial district, a short walk from Tower Hill tube and Fenchurch Street station. The City location makes it immediately accessible for corporate audiences, while the underground entrance means guests descend from the commercial streetscape into something entirely different — a transition that sets the tone before the event itself begins. The alcohol licence runs until 3am with extensions available, giving late-night events genuine runway that most City venues can't offer. Lift access is available throughout.