Amber’s is doubling down on its ‘no phones’ policy – telling clubbers that any filming on their dancefloor will not be tolerated.
The club, which opened last year, hands out stickers to cover phone cameras on the way in, and politely asks that phones stay off the dancefloor.
However, following a noted rise in camera use, they’re now bringing in a much stricter ‘one strike’ policy.
In a post to Instagram, the club said: “Since our launch back in December, we have made it very clear that we are a No Phones venue. We want to create an experience for everyone where they are present in the moment and not distracted by phones.
“While the majority of people that attend Amber’s keep their phones away, there are a select few that don’t.
“This is of course disappointing.
“Over the recent weeks and months, we have seen an increased amount of phones filming on the dancefloor and we are aware of numerous videos shot on phone appearing online.
“To those that come to Amber’s and respect our house rules, thank you, you are contributing to an incredible vibe in the room.
“For those that don’t, we ask that you think about the space and the people around you before removing your stickers.
“The rules previously have been that if you are seen filming on your phone, you are politely asked to stop, if you are seen again, you are asked to leave the venue.
“From now on, as a renewed pledge to our No Phones policy, if you are seen recording in the venue, you will be asked to leave, there will be no second chances.
“There will now be extra members of staff patrolling the venue, ensuring that the vibe of the space is protected and if you are spotted at any point across the night using your phone to record, you will no longer be permitted inside Amber’s.
“Open your mind. Honour the concept. Respect the space.”
Music-led clubs are increasingly requesting that phones not be brought out on the dancefloor, while Mr Scruff’s long-running Keep It Unreal has had a ‘no phones’ policy for several years.
Amber’s, which keeps its line-ups a secret until the night of the event, opened in 2024, and despite its modest 1000 capacity, has seen world class DJs like Kevin Saunderson, Fred Again.., Caribou and Skream dropping by for unannounced sets.
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