Rainy Heart: The World's Smallest Listening Bar | Friday 28th Feb - Saturday 1st March

As part of The Stretfest, Rainy Heart are returning—this time with something slightly smaller. The collective will be transforming the old newsagent kiosk under the stairs into The World’s Smallest Listening Bar—an intimate sound experience like no other.

Rainy Heart: The World's Smallest Listening Bar | Friday 28th Feb - Saturday 1st March

Dates & Times:

Fri 28 Feb | 4PM–11PM
Sat 1 Mar | 3PM–11PM

With space for just six guests at a time and a top-tier sound system, this ultra-intimate event promises an immersive, atmospheric experience in the heart of the mall.

Drinks by @pulpcoffeee & @cloudwaterbrew, including a special edition AF Negroni Sour.

🎟 1-hour slots available for £6 (includes a drink). 

BOOK YOUR SLOT NOW

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