Down the Hatch Comedy Club - Queer & Alternative Comedy

If you're looking for something a bit different on a Sunday night, the Down the Hatch Comedy Club is definitely worth having on your radar. It’s a monthly fixture in the city, specifically focusing on queer and alternative comedy acts, and it’s gained serious recognition, winning the 'BEST COMEDY FORMAT' at the Chortle Awards in 2024. They run the show on the first Sunday of every month, setting up shop in the intimate setting of the Komedia Basement on Gardner Street. The whole idea behind the club is to create an accessible platform for queer and alternative performers, offering a stage for 'marginalized voices' in the comedy scene, challenging stereotypes, and promoting unity through laughter.

The next date we have marked is Sunday, April 5, 2026. For this particular evening, the resident MC, the comedian and presenter Lee Peart, will be hosting the proceedings. The lineup is strong, featuring well-known names like Zoe Lyons, alongside Dian Cathal, Jimmy Tam, and one more act yet to be confirmed, promising a mix of stand-ups, character comedians, drag kings & queens, and other alternative acts. If you plan on going, the doors open at 6:00 PM, and the show itself kicks off promptly at 7:00 PM. It’s an 18+ event, and while the focus is clearly on queer and alternative acts, they make it clear that allies are always welcome to join in the fun.

Getting in is pretty straightforward and affordable. Tickets are priced at a very reasonable £6, which is the consistent price mentioned across their official channels. Seating is cabaret style and unreserved, so if you want to secure a good view, arriving when the doors open might be a smart move. They also offer a snack menu, and you can even pre-order 'loaded fries' if you want to save a bit of money on the food for the evening. It’s also worth noting that the club supports a local cause; their charity partner for 2026 is the Allsorts Youth Project, an organization dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ children and young people under 26 in the area.