And finally, if you have collected in the money for your group, no problem, just call us/go online and have your card handy to pay for the whole group. While stand up comedians stalk every street corner in this metropolis, good sketch comedy is harder to find. Like, really quite hard to find. Honestly though, if you know where we can find more of it on a regular basis, let us know. Soho Theatre has no shortage of sketch comedy, unlike, er, most of the rest of London. Unassuming basement venue riddled with comedians, with a Try Out Night on Thursdays, and more established acts on Saturdays (think Arthur Smith, Shazia Mirza). Downstairs at the King's Head Top Secret Comedy Club: you don't always know who's going to be on, but you'll rarely be disappointed. Minimum age: 18 (for The Covent Garden Comedy Club @ Heaven Nightclub - Minimum age: 14 (Under 16s must be accompanied by a paying adult and present valid ID)) You've might've heard of it. Has superstar names like Peter Kay and Flight of the Conchords. A pretty big deal actually. The O2

A religious experience for comedy disciples in more way than one; the stunning church setting plays host to a ludicrously talented set of comedians. Have rolled around in the (literal) aisles laughing at Tim Key, Mae Martin, Reginald D Hunter and countless others. Live at the Chapel Free comedy in London If you adore sketch, then boy, is this going to ruffle your truffles. See the sketch section above for more details. Sketch Off! All the greats start their careers upstairs in pubs, and chances are, the Camden Head was one of them. For as little as four quid a pop, watch new material and WIPs from established comics, plus a raft of newer funny peeps making a name for themselves. Camden Comedy Club

Super lil Cafe with a subterranean cellar space that's so small we've seen comedians refer to it as a 'corridor'. The Glitch Comics of all levels perform at this weekly free night, but some will surely hit your tee-hee spot, plus Cuddles for Troubles also welcomes sketch, musical and character acts, so it's got variety on its side. Cuddles for Troubles For those looking to make it (up) in the improv game, The Free Association and its range of classes and workshops may well be where they might head. Their Dalston venue is also where improv fans can enjoy a conveyor belt of improv shows, including improvised medical drama St Doctor's Hospital. The Free Association

Prolific comedy night in a rather bougie Argentinian Stokey eatery. Not only is it free, you can go any night of the week. You'll inevitably end up forking out on their delicious empanadas and Amaretto sours though. Poster Comedy Club Not unless you're feeling generous! We take lots of group bookings, and we want you all to be able to sit together and have things sorted before you visit. Nathan Caton, Tony Law, Fin Taylor and Adam Bloom have all done this Saturday gig lately. Bearcat Comedy ClubRip-roaringly comedians, largely BAME, perform at Streatham Space Project and other venues. Line-ups have included Felicity Ethnic — Queen of South London, Roman Harris and Kyrah Gray. Bangers Comedy

The Southbank Centre of the, er, south. Massive comics play big shows here: Harry Hill, Jon Richardson, etc. Fairfield Halls All shows have limited third party voucher spaces, and bookings made with vouchers are subject to availability.All shows on the listings have an age restriction next to them, for your information. All weekend comedy shows and Christmas Comedy Specials are 18+. Doors open from approximately 19.00 and the shows begin from 20.00 (depending on location). Each venue will operate different opening and start times so we recommend you call the supplier for more information. Selected dates depending on location and availability throughout the year excluding August, mid-November to the end of December and special events.