If you’re coming from a country where you’re more used to standing tables in nightclubs, you might be wondering what a London club table is like. Are tables seated or standing in London clubs? Here is what you need to know. 

Are Tables Seated or Standing in London Clubs?

While in some countries the norm is that club tables are standing, when it comes to London clubs, most tables are seated. Especially in high-end London clubs, tables are usually seated. That doesn’t mean that there aren’t standing tables in some clubs, but the usual, and when you’re booking a London club table, you can expect the table to be seated. So, what does it mean when a promoter tells you, “There are floor tables and VIP tables”? Are floor tables also seated?

What Does A Floor Table Mean in London Clubs?

A floor table in a London club refers to a table on the main floor. Some clubs have several rooms, VIP sections, and so on. The main floor is the floor, or the room, where you can find most people, the stage, and where the DJ is usually facing. As for the floor tables, they are seated, and they’re usually the standard tables for the club. Meaning, they’re the ones that cost the least, and are the smallest in size. Although they’re not actually small. They can fit up to 10 people. They’re only small compared to tables that can fit double that group size.

What is the Difference Between a Floor Table and a VIP Table?

We’ve explained what floor tables are, but how are floor tables different from VIP tables — especially since both are seated? To start, floor tables are main floor. Meanwhile, VIP tables are in an exclusive VIP section that usually is also overlooking the mainfloor, but still separated by stairs, velvet ropes, dividers, and so on. VIP tables are also bigger, and depending on the club, they may also be fitted with compartments for belongings. It’s also very common for VIP tables to be placed behind the DJ, while floor tables are usually facing the DJ.

Now you know whether or not tables are seated or standing in London clubs, in addition to a bit more about the difference between floor and VIP tables. If you have any questions about London club tables, just let us know.