Sky Backstage

Great private lounge in the O2 arena. Several other reviewers seem very keen to complain about this site, but in reality it is quite good - you have access to private bars, clean facilities, comfortable seating, and direct access to the arena without the huge queues! Great drinks menu and decent bar food which costs what one would expect in a massive arena. Definitely recommended, *much* better than queuing up with the rest of the folks outside!

Didn't know what to expect at all as I couldn't find any info before I went. You have to queue if you get there early so we didn't bother and went for a wander. Got back and there was no queue so we headed in. You walk through a sort of showcase of sky products which is fine, up a few sets of stairs and enter the venue so show your tickets for the show you are there to see, go through security well before the rest of the crowd are let inside. You then go up more steps till you are above and behind the stage area. No view on our event but we could clearly hear sound check which was great. Not cheap at £12.50 for a ceaser salad and £7.50 a pint but standard venue pricing. Food was good there was lots of seating but because we got there late we headed to the lower section and found a gap in the curtains so we could see in to the venu which is totally massive. At first I didn't think it was good but there was places to sit a nice clean toilet and a way smaller crowd to contend with than in the rest of the concourse area. Genuinely impressed and a great benifit for sky customers!

Not bad... There were a few things to do, drinks were expensive and we couldn't see into the arena the entire time because of the huge black curtain. That being said, the actual place was really nice to chill at until the concert was ready. You certainly get to beat the rush, it's a unique opportunity and I recommend you at least try it!

Went to see Snow Patrol last night and went into Sky Backstage Lounge beforehand! Had an amazing evening!! Was treated to complimentary nails, glitter makeup on our face, a photo and had some gorgeous cocktails! Got some cosy seats and heard the music clearly of some the support acts as it is located just behind the main stage. This really made the whole gig and experience so much better and cannot recommend sky backstage enough! I didn’t order any of the food so can’t comment on that but only have positive things to report on the rest of the experience!! ❤️❤️

It was a bit dark and the arrangements of the chairs and tables are bit confusing as to where are you supposed to go for a quick meal and a place just to drink. Drinks and food are but pricey for their taste and service so I would recommend to eat and drink outside as there are plenty of restaurants within the arena.