Heaven is a legendary nightclub located at 11 The Arches, Villiers Street, Charing Cross, London WC2N 6NG, United Kingdom. Since opening its doors in 1979, Heaven has established itself as one of the most iconic and enduring destinations within London's vibrant nightlife scene, especially for the LGBTQ+ community. The club was founded by Jeremy Norman, who envisioned a dedicated space for gay men that transcended the limitations of existing venues of the time.

Housed beneath the railway arches close to Charing Cross station, Heaven quickly gained notoriety for its cutting-edge music, inclusive atmosphere, and spectacular events, solidifying its reputation as a sanctuary for self-expression and acceptance during a period when gay culture remained marginalized. Heaven’s influence on both club culture and the LGBTQ+ rights movement is significant. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, it became a stage for the explosive evolution of electronic dance music, playing a pivotal role in the development of house and Hi-NRG genres in Britain.

The club championed many emerging DJs and fostered a sense of community that was instrumental in the broader fight for LGBTQ+ visibility and equality. Over the years, the venue has undergone a series of refurbishments aimed at modernizing its infrastructure while retaining its original cavernous charm. While its physical structure has remained rooted beneath the railway arches, the club has adapted technologically and stylistically to blend tradition with innovation, including updating sound and lighting systems, expanding dance floors, and introducing new themed nights to engage a diverse crowd.

The resilience and adaptability of Heaven have ensured its survival in a constantly shifting club landscape, weathering challenges like the AIDS crisis and evolving social attitudes toward nightlife and LGBTQ+ spaces. Heaven has hosted a remarkable range of notable performers, both international superstars and influential local artists. Over decades of operation, its stage has welcomed the likes of Madonna, Lady Gaga, Kylie Minogue, Pet Shop Boys, One Direction, Rita Ora, Kim Petras, Yungblud, Years & Years, Erasure, Sam Smith, Mel C, MNEK, Jax Jones, RuPaul’s Drag Race UK contestants, and many of the UK’s top resident and guest DJs.

This diverse roster underscores Heaven's ongoing role as a hub for cutting-edge performance and a standard-bearer for inclusivity, making it a vital part of London’s cultural and musical landscape.