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Flight Club Islington: Darts in London
Flight Club Islington (branded Flight Club Angel) is a social darts bar at 56 Upper Street, a short walk from Angel station. It is the polished, tech-assisted end of darts rather than a quiet pub board: you book an oche, the boards score themselves automatically, and you cycle through games like Killer with your group. The fit-out leans into nostalgic British pub meets vintage fairground, all Chesterfield seating, framed pictures and looping festoon lights. It suits group nights, birthdays and after-work sessions more than solo practice. Two things worth knowing up front: it is strictly 18+, and while you can drop in for food and drink, the oches get booked out at peak times, so reserve ahead if playing darts is the point of your visit.
Contact
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- Address 56 Upper Street, Islington, London, N1 0NY
Opening hours
- Mon 11:30-00:00
- Tue 11:30-00:00
- Wed 11:30-00:00
- Thu 11:30-00:30
- Fri 11:30-01:00
- Sat 11:00-01:00
- Sun 11:30-23:30
Good to know
- Darts
- DJ nights
- Wine list
- Kitchen
- Beer garden
- Wi-Fi
The darts setup
There are five oches (playing areas) across the venue, including a bookable Parlour space that holds a cluster of boards for bigger groups. The format is Flight Club's Social Darts: the boards track your throws automatically and tot up the score for you, so nobody is squinting at chalk maths. Beyond standard 501 you get lighter, more playful game modes such as Killer, which keeps mixed-ability groups in the game rather than leaving the strongest player to run away with it. That automatic scoring and the rotating games make it forgiving for beginners and easy to play with people who have never picked up a dart.
Good to know
This is a paid, bookable venue, not a free pub board. You reserve an oche for a time slot, and the cost depends on the day, time and group size, with peak evenings pricier than off-peak. It is 18+ throughout. Walk-ins can grab food and drinks, but oches sell out at busy times and walk-in play is not guaranteed, so book ahead. The kitchen does pizzas and sharing-style pizza paddles, with a weekday lunch deal advertised around £15. Drinks run to cocktails, prosecco and frozen slushies, including a giant cocktail served in a trophy for groups.
Getting there
It sits at 56 Upper Street in the heart of Islington, on the strip running up from Angel. The nearest tube is Angel on the Northern line, only a couple of minutes' walk away, which makes it an easy meeting point for a group coming from different parts of London. Upper Street is lined with bars and restaurants, so it slots neatly into a longer night out, whether you are warming up beforehand or moving on afterwards. Late closing on Friday and Saturday (1am) gives you plenty of runway to keep the evening going after your darts slot ends.
Common questions
- What is Flight Club Islington?
- It is a social darts bar at 56 Upper Street in Islington (branded Flight Club Angel), where you book an oche and play automatically scored darts with your group alongside cocktails and food. It is the modern, tech-assisted style of darts rather than a traditional pub board.
- How much does Flight Club darts cost?
- It is a paid venue. You book an oche for a time slot and the price depends on the day, time and number of people, with peak evenings costing more than off-peak. Check the official site for the exact price on your chosen date, as rates vary.
- Do you need to book or can you just walk in?
- You can walk in for food and drinks, but the oches get booked out at peak times and walk-in play is not guaranteed. If darts is the main plan, especially evenings and weekends, book ahead.
- How many dartboards does Flight Club Islington have?
- There are five oches (playing areas), including a bookable Parlour space with a cluster of boards for larger groups.
- Is Flight Club Islington 18+?
- Yes, it is strictly 18 and over throughout the venue.
- What is the nearest station to Flight Club Islington?
- Angel on the Northern line is the closest tube, a couple of minutes' walk away on Upper Street.
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