In another blow to London's clubbing landscape, Dance Tunnel has announced that it's to close its doors in August citing the licensing climate in Hackney.

Writing on Facebook, the club said: "We regret to announce that Dance Tunnel is to close it's doors in August. Sadly the licensing climate in Hackney has made it impossible for us to get the hours we need to make Dance Tunnel sustainable in the long term.

"We would like to sincerely apologise to all the Tunnel Dancers who we are letting down. We really tried to make it work. Thanks to all the artists, DJs, promoters and family members who have shared their favourite music and moments with us over the last three-and-a-bit years. Thanks to everyone who has made our basement such a special place. Sorry we never got round to fixing that slope on the dance floor."

Dance Tunnel has regularly hosted nights from FWD>>, Ostgut Ton, Tama Sumo's Your Love and a number of other promoters in recent years.