Ballie Ballerson

Clerkenwell, Shoreditch & Spitalfields


As its name subtly indicates, Ballie Ballerson is themed on balls. And alcohol, which comes in the form of cocktails. But back to the balls: there are two giant pits, full of the things, over one million apparently (we’ll take their word for it), and an additional VIP pit, with golden balls, so you know you’re special if you end up in there.


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