The Shacklewell Arms is a beloved independent nightclub, live music venue, and pub situated in the heart of Dalston, East London, United Kingdom. Housed within a Victorian-era building on Shacklewell Lane, the venue has existed in various forms for decades, originally operating as a classic East End pub before transforming in the early 2010s into one of London’s most celebrated spots for live alternative music and late-night revelry. The current iteration of The Shacklewell Arms began gaining prominence after its 2011 relaunch by the same team behind the Old Blue Last and Birthdays, quickly establishing itself as a key part of the "DIY" music scene.

It maintains a reputation for its notably unpretentious atmosphere, intimate stage, and commitment to fostering both emerging talent and cult acts. The bar’s interior sports exposed brickwork and a distinctive neon-lit gig room, exuding a warm, laid-back charm that’s attracted music lovers, artists, and tastemakers alike. There have been no significant changes to its location, but the space has gone through internal renovations to enhance sound quality and create a more immersive experience for both performers and audiences.

The Shacklewell Arms is culturally significant for providing one of the few remaining grassroots venues in London where independent promoters and the next generation of bands can thrive, at a time when many small clubs are under threat from rising rents and development. Its affordable shows, late-night DJ sets, and much-loved beer garden have made it a fixture for locals and a pilgrimage site for fans of indie, punk, alternative, and electronic music. The venue’s creative ethos and loyal patronage have sustained its stature within London's ever-evolving nightlife.

Notable artists who have performed at The Shacklewell Arms include internationally recognized names such as Wolf Alice, Mac DeMarco, Sleaford Mods, Marika Hackman, King Krule, Courtney Barnett, Thee Oh Sees, and Unknown Mortal Orchestra, alongside influential UK acts like Shame, Black Midi, Goat Girl, Fat White Family, Arlo Parks, Sports Team, and Sorry, as well as countless rising talents and underground performers who have made their London debut within its walls.