Sence

This is one of the quieter bars in the Arcadian in comparison to the more recognisable establishments; however it is fast becoming a top destination for the more discerning party goer as it escapes the ‘student’ vibe.
We first went there for a friends Birthday. She had hired the venue on a Saturday night which is often not possible at other bars in the city.
I believe she got the venue hire for free as long as the bar spend reached a minimum amount which was agreed upfront. If you’re looking to hire a venue to celebrate a special occasion I’d recommend you give them a call.
The bar manager let us go in before they opened so we could set up balloons and other decorations such as photos on the wall and sparkly wine bottles.
This personal approach really made a difference and we all had a great night. The bar tenders were quick at serving us and after the first drink they remembered what we were drinking which made us feel like VIPs!

I’ve just come back from Sence bar this evening. There was an event being held there this afternoon, so my experience of Sence bar was of a different kind. It’s very easy to find, though at first I did walk through the main Arcadian complex part where all the other bars are located i.e. Mono Bar, The Glee Club etc and ended up looking very confused. I thought I was lost but then realised Sence Bar is located on Hurst Street opposite the Hippodrome Theatre.
It’s a good sized club venue, so I’m sure when there’s a club night on its packed. I can imagine it being a little tricky to walk up the stairs though on a night out, to the main bar area. There aren’t many stairs but it’s still something that gets on my nerves in a lot of clubs.
For this event, they had to remove a few of the bar stools and close of some sections so that they could make it into an event space. To be fair, for saying it was a club venue– the inside is really nice. It’s pretty spacious, with a large bar area as well as black leather booths located on the right hand side of the bar; which were being used as stalls for the businesses that came to this afternoon’s event.
They were playing RnB, Hip hop and pop music but I’ve heard they play a variation of music and there’s always a diverse mixture of people who go there. I’ll try and go there on a proper night out and see if I still think it’s OK.

One of the more appealing venues in Birmingham’s Arcadian complex, Sence is more relaxed than Arca, Indi and the like but still offers a diverse crowd, a good mix of music and style to spare.
Opposite the Hippodrome and next to Arcadian’s Reflex venue, Sence is hidden away somewhat on the second tier of the complex. When walking to and from Hurst Street, you may have been approached by promo staff inviting you; take a tip and follow them for once, as you’ll be greeted with a cool space featuring comfy booths and a stylish bar stocking all your favourite drinks.
The last time I was there, my friends and I were out on the town early enough on a Saturday to take advantage of the ‘buy one get one free’ offer on bottled cider, while a female duo sang Basement Jaxx songs over a live piano backing. So, don’t be fooled into thinking the bars at Arcadian can’t surprise you — see some Sence!