BEAVERTOWN PRESENTS… THE UNBECOMING
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- The Ace Corner Shop, Al’s Bad News
Description
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Halloween and Immersive
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Tickets from £5.50
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Over 18
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Thursday 29th October 2026 and 2 other dates
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Multiple start times (see ticket info)
BEAVERTOWN PRESENTS… THE UNBECOMING
A live Halloween experience guaranteed to leave you looking worse for wear.
Pop into Al’s Bad News on Shoreditch High Street, grab a Neck Oil and have a word with Al.
He knows more than your average shopkeeper. And considerably more than he’s letting on.
Stick your neck out, ask the right questions and he might let you in on his little secret: The Bone Works, an illicit basement salon where the treatments are questionable, the procedures are experimental and the results are anything but subtle. Just what you need to stand out this Halloween.
Choose your look, take a seat and whatever you do, don’t move a muscle.
Book your appointment and prepare for the worst.
Your unbecoming awaits.
STICK YOUR NECK OUT & STAND OUT THIS HALLOWEEN
Join us at The Bone Works for a Halloween transformation you won't soon forget.
DATES & TIMES
Thursday 29 October - 5pm–11pm
Friday 30 October - 3pm–11pm
Saturday 31 October - 3pm–11pm
YOUR £5 TICKET
Every ticket costs £5 per person (plus £0.50 booking fee) and includes:
- One for now: Collect a can of Neck Oil on arrival to enjoy while you explore Al’s Bad News.
- One for later: Collect your second can using the token you'll receive when you leave.
YOUR UNBECOMING: WHAT TO EXPECT
1. STEP INTO AL'S WORLD
Start at Al's Bad News on Shoreditch High Street, where Al, his wife Sonya and their motley crew will draw you into their strange world. Keep your eyes open, ask the right questions and discover what lies beneath.
2. TAKE A SEAT IN THE WAITING ROOM
Once you've checked in for your appointment, head into the waiting room, where you can enjoy a can of Beavertown while you peruse our look book and select your transformation.
3. DISCOVER THE BONE WORKS
Head down to The Bone Works, where questionable treatments and experimental transformations await. Take a seat as our team of makeup and prosthetics specialists get to work on your Unbecoming.
4. HEAD OUT IN STYLE
Once your Unbecoming is complete, admire (or despair at) your new look, collect your Beavertown can to take away and head off into the night ready to turn heads (or stomachs).
CHOOSE YOUR PROCEDURE
Every booking begins with 20 minutes to explore Al’s Bad News before your salon appointment. The durations below refer to your salon appointment only.
THE QUICK FIX · 20 MINUTES
One focused SFX makeup feature, such as a scratch, bite, scar or stitched detail.
Total experience time: 40 minutes.
THE HALF WORKS · 40 MINUTES
A more involved transformation, with more extensive makeup, multiple details or a distinctive character effect.
Total experience time: 60 minutes.
THE FULL WORKS · 60 MINUTES
A complete, more elaborate transformation, with full-face artistry or multiple SFX elements and intricate detailing.
Total experience time: 80 minutes.
THE UPSTAIRS APPOINTMENT · 60 MINUTES
Experience The Unbecoming with our 60-minute appointment option, located in the accessible upstairs area of Al’s Bad News. If you require wheelchair access, please select this option on DesignMyNight when booking. Please note that The Bone Works salon is located downstairs and is not wheelchair accessible.
Total experience time: 80 minutes.
A NOTE ON YOUR UNBECOMING
The imagery shown is for illustrative purposes and does not represent a specific look available to book. Transformations focus on face make-up only; costumes are not included. The level of detail and complexity will depend on the duration of your booked appointment.
IMPORTANT BOOKING INFORMATION
Please arrive on time for your booked slot. Your experience begins with 20 minutes to explore Al’s Bad News before heading to your salon appointment.
If you arrive late, we cannot guarantee your appointment will go ahead. If you have not arrived by 10 minutes after your booked slot, your appointment may be released to walk-in guests and you may not be accommodated. Please note that alternative appointment slots are not guaranteed..
Your visit is designed to be a quick pit stop, so once your procedure is complete, collect your second can of Beavertown beer and head off to your Halloween plans with your new stand-out look.
NO APPOINTMENT? NO PROBLEM.
A limited number of 20-minute Quick Fix procedures will also be available for walk-ins each day, subject to availability.
Stick Your Neck Out & Stand Out this Halloween.
Book your appointment. Your Unbecoming awaits.
Offers
Promotions
Tickets/Times
| Ticket | Event time | Cost |
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The Upstairs Appointment
Experience The Unbecoming with our 60-minute appointment option, located in the accessible upstairs area of Al’s Bad News. If you require wheelchair access, please select this option on DesignMyNight when booking. Please note that The Bone Works salon is located downstairs and is not wheelchair accessible. Total experience time: 80 minutes. |
15:10 - 16:40 | £5.50 |
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The Upstairs Appointment
Experience The Unbecoming with our 60-minute appointment option, located in the accessible upstairs area of Al’s Bad News. If you require wheelchair access, please select this option on DesignMyNight when booking. Please note that The Bone Works salon is located downstairs and is not wheelchair accessible. Total experience time: 80 minutes. |
16:20 - 17:50 | £5.50 |
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The Upstairs Appointment
Experience The Unbecoming with our 60-minute appointment option, located in the accessible upstairs area of Al’s Bad News. If you require wheelchair access, please select this option on DesignMyNight when booking. Please note that The Bone Works salon is located downstairs and is not wheelchair accessible. Total experience time: 80 minutes. |
17:30 - 19:00 | £5.50 |
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The Upstairs Appointment
Experience The Unbecoming with our 60-minute appointment option, located in the accessible upstairs area of Al’s Bad News. If you require wheelchair access, please select this option on DesignMyNight when booking. Please note that The Bone Works salon is located downstairs and is not wheelchair accessible. Total experience time: 80 minutes. |
18:40 - 20:10 | £5.50 |
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The Upstairs Appointment
Experience The Unbecoming with our 60-minute appointment option, located in the accessible upstairs area of Al’s Bad News. If you require wheelchair access, please select this option on DesignMyNight when booking. Please note that The Bone Works salon is located downstairs and is not wheelchair accessible. Total experience time: 80 minutes. |
19:50 - 21:20 | £5.50 |
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The Upstairs Appointment
Experience The Unbecoming with our 60-minute appointment option, located in the accessible upstairs area of Al’s Bad News. If you require wheelchair access, please select this option on DesignMyNight when booking. Please note that The Bone Works salon is located downstairs and is not wheelchair accessible. Total experience time: 80 minutes. |
21:00 - 22:30 | £5.50 |
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The Full Works
Our most extensive procedure. Choose your look, take a seat and prepare for a full transformation. Total experience time: 80 minutes. |
15:10 - 16:40 | £5.50 |
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The Full Works
Our most extensive procedure. Choose your look, take a seat and prepare for a full transformation. Total experience time: 80 minutes. |
16:20 - 17:50 | £5.50 |
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The Full Works
Our most extensive procedure. Choose your look, take a seat and prepare for a full transformation. Total experience time: 80 minutes. |
17:30 - 19:00 | £5.50 |
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The Full Works
Our most extensive procedure. Choose your look, take a seat and prepare for a full transformation. Total experience time: 80 minutes. |
18:40 - 20:10 | £5.50 |
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The Full Works
Our most extensive procedure. Choose your look, take a seat and prepare for a full transformation. Total experience time: 80 minutes. |
19:50 - 21:20 | £5.50 |
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The Full Works
Our most extensive procedure. Choose your look, take a seat and prepare for a full transformation. Total experience time: 80 minutes. |
21:00 - 22:30 | £5.50 |
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The Half Works
A shorter procedure for those looking to turn up the dial without going all the way. Total experience time: 60 minutes. |
15:10 - 15:20 | £5.50 |
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The Half Works
A shorter procedure for those looking to turn up the dial without going all the way. Total experience time: 60 minutes. |
16:00 - 17:10 | £5.50 |
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The Half Works
A shorter procedure for those looking to turn up the dial without going all the way. Total experience time: 60 minutes. |
16:50 - 18:00 | £5.50 |
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The Half Works
A shorter procedure for those looking to turn up the dial without going all the way. Total experience time: 60 minutes. |
17:40 - 18:50 | £5.50 |
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The Half Works
A shorter procedure for those looking to turn up the dial without going all the way. Total experience time: 60 minutes. |
18:30 - 19:40 | £5.50 |
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The Half Works
A shorter procedure for those looking to turn up the dial without going all the way. Total experience time: 60 minutes. |
19:20 - 20:30 | £5.50 |
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The Half Works
A shorter procedure for those looking to turn up the dial without going all the way. Total experience time: 60 minutes. |
20:10 - 21:20 | £5.50 |
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The Half Works
A shorter procedure for those looking to turn up the dial without going all the way. Total experience time: 60 minutes. |
21:00 - 10:10 | £5.50 |
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The Half Works
A shorter procedure for those looking to turn up the dial without going all the way. Total experience time: 60 minutes. |
21:50 - 23:00 | £5.50 |
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The Quick Fix
Your quickest route to standing out this Halloween. Choose your look, take a seat and don't move a muscle. Total experience time: 40 minutes. |
15:10 - 16:00 | £5.50 |
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The Quick Fix
Your quickest route to standing out this Halloween. Choose your look, take a seat and don't move a muscle. Total experience time: 40 minutes. |
16:10 - 17:00 | £5.50 |
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The Quick Fix
Your quickest route to standing out this Halloween. Choose your look, take a seat and don't move a muscle. Total experience time: 40 minutes. |
17:10 - 18:00 | £5.50 |
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The Quick Fix
Your quickest route to standing out this Halloween. Choose your look, take a seat and don't move a muscle. Total experience time: 40 minutes. |
18:10 - 19:00 | £5.50 |
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The Quick Fix
Your quickest route to standing out this Halloween. Choose your look, take a seat and don't move a muscle. Total experience time: 40 minutes. |
19:40 - 20:30 | £5.50 |
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The Quick Fix
Your quickest route to standing out this Halloween. Choose your look, take a seat and don't move a muscle. Total experience time: 40 minutes. |
20:40 - 21:30 | £5.50 |
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The Quick Fix
Your quickest route to standing out this Halloween. Choose your look, take a seat and don't move a muscle. Total experience time: 40 minutes. |
21:40 - 22:30 | £5.50 |
Location
Address
The Ace Corner Shop, Al’s Bad News, 149, Shoreditch High St, London, E1 6JQ
Nearest Station
Shoreditch High Street (Rail)
Getting there
Organiser
Beavertown Breweru
T&Cs
The Unbecoming – Ticket Terms & Conditions
Venue: The Ace Corner Shop, Al’s Bad News, 149 Shoreditch High Street, London E1 6JQ
Organiser: Beavertown Brewery Limited
Tickets: £5 plus a £0.50 booking fee
Event dates: Thursday 29 October - Saturday 31 October 2026
Experience duration: 20, 40 or 60 minutes, depending on the appointment booked, plus 20-minute exploration time before appointment.
Age Policy: Strictly 18+
Accessibility: The venue is wheelchair accessible upstairs only. The Bone Works salon is located downstairs and is not wheelchair accessible. Guests who require wheelchair access should book The Upstairs Appointment (60 minutes) and select this option on DesignMyNight.
FAQs: Please see our FAQ page
Please arrive on time for your booked slot, which begins with 20 minutes to explore Al’s Bad News and enjoy your first beer before heading downstairs to The Bone Works. Late arrivals may miss part of their experience, and an alternative slot is not guaranteed.
About the Experience
The Unbecoming is a Halloween pop-up experience presented by the Organiser at The Ace Corner Shop, Shoreditch (the “Event”).
The Event includes entry to the venue and a Halloween makeover. Standard appointments take place at The Bone Works salon downstairs. Guests booking The Upstairs Appointment will have their appointment in the accessible upstairs area.
Appointment durations vary by ticket type: The Quick Fix (20 minutes), The Half Work (40 minutes), The Full Work (60 minutes) and The Upstairs Appointment (60 minutes). All bookings include 20 minutes to explore the venue before the appointment begins.
Images and promotional materials are for illustrative purposes only and may depict transformations that are not available to book.
Costumes are not included; makeovers focus on face make-up only. The level of detail and complexity will depend on the duration of the appointment booked.
Ticketing
We regret that tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase, except in limited circumstances as set out below.
If this ticket is re-sold or transferred for profit or commercial gain by anyone other than the Organiser or DesignMyNight or one of their authorised sub-agents, it will become voidable and the holder may be refused entry to or ejected from the venue.
The Organiser may cancel, postpone, reschedule or make reasonable changes to the Event where necessary, including due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, such as severe weather, fire, strikes, government restrictions, public health emergencies, venue closure or other events outside its reasonable control.
If the Event is rescheduled, tickets will remain valid for the new date unless otherwise notified. If the Event is cancelled and not rescheduled, guests will be entitled to a refund of the ticket price, subject to applicable ticketing terms and law.
The Organiser will not be responsible for any other costs or losses arising from any cancellation, postponement, rescheduling or change to the Event, including travel or accommodation costs, except where liability cannot be excluded by law.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
ATTENDEES’ ATTENTION IS DRAWN SPECIFICALLY TO THIS CLAUSE.
For the purposes of this clause and the ‘Health and Safety’ clause below, ‘Organiser Parties’ means the Organiser, the venue operator, ticketing provider, event staff, contractors, performers, artists and any other third parties engaged in connection with the Event, and their respective agents, officers, directors or employees.
Participation in the Event is at the guest’s own risk.
Nothing in these terms excludes or limits an Organiser Party’s liability for death or personal injury caused by its negligence, fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, or any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited by law.
Subject to the above, the Organiser Parties shall not be liable for any loss, damage, injury, cost or expense suffered or incurred by any guest arising out of or in connection with attendance at the Event, except where caused by its negligence.
The Organiser Parties shall not be responsible for any loss of or damage to personal property brought to the Event, including any clothing worn by guests. Guests should wear clothing that they are comfortable receiving the make-over in. Whilst reasonable care will be taken, the Organiser Parties are not responsible for damage to clothing, costumes, accessories or personal belongings arising from the application or removal of make-up or prosthetics.
Guests are responsible for their own conduct, safety and onward travel arrangements before, during and after attending the Event.
The Organiser Parties are not responsible for the acts, omissions or conduct of other guests.
Health and Safety
The Event may involve the application of cosmetics, adhesives, prosthetics and other special effects products. Guests are responsible for informing Event staff before any make-over is carried out if they have any allergies, skin conditions, sensitivities, medical conditions or other concerns that may affect their participation.
By receiving a make-over, guests confirm that, to the best of their knowledge, they have disclosed any relevant information regarding allergies, sensitivities or medical conditions. Guests may decline any element of the make-over at any time.
Whilst reasonable care will be taken in the provision of the make-over, the Organiser Parties cannot guarantee that guests will not experience an adverse reaction to products used during the Event.
Guests who wear contact lenses should inform Event staff before any make-up or prosthetic application is carried out and should follow any instructions provided by Event staff regarding their safe use during make-over.
Arrival & Admission
Guests must arrive on time for their booked slot. The experience begins with 20 minutes to explore Al’s Bad News before heading downstairs (or to the upstairs salon area, as applicable) for their salon appointment.
Late arrivals may miss part of their experience, and the event team will advise whether their appointment can still go ahead. An alternative slot is not guaranteed.
Walk-in appointments (20-minute Quick Fix appointments only) are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed. Walk-in guests will be required to review, accept and sign a copy of these terms and conditions prior to proceeding with their appointment.
The Event is strictly for guests aged 18+. Challenge 25 applies. Anyone who appears under 25 must provide valid photo ID.
Management reserves the right to refuse admission where age cannot be verified, a ticket is invalid, these terms have been breached, or entry would compromise the safety of guests, staff or performers.
All guests must complete and sign the health and safety disclaimer prior to proceeding with their appointment.
Security Measures
Security personnel will be present throughout the Event to help maintain the safety of guests, staff and performers.
Security searches may take place on arrival or exit. Bags, clothing and other belongings may be checked.
Items considered dangerous, disruptive, illegal or otherwise unsuitable will not be allowed inside at the discretion of event staff.
Food and drink from outside are not permitted. Empty reusable bottles are allowed. Guests with medical requirements should notify staff on arrival.
Large luggage or bulky bags are discouraged.
Re-entry to the venue is only allowed at event staff’s discretion.
Behaviour & Conduct
Guests who behave in a disruptive, abusive, threatening or violent manner towards staff, artists, performers or other attendees may be removed from the Event without a refund.
All guests are expected to follow reasonable instructions given by staff at all times.
Drink
Each guest will receive one 330ml can of Beavertown beer or non-alcoholic beer on arrival and one drinks token, which can be redeemed for an additional 330ml can of beer or non-alcoholic beer at the till upstairs when leaving the Event.
Alcohol service may be refused to anyone who appears intoxicated or is considered likely to become so.
Please drink responsibly
General Policies
Smoking and vaping are not allowed inside the venue.
Photography and filming may take place during the Event for promotional and publicity purposes. Any applicable filming notices and information about how to raise concerns or opt out will be provided at the venue. Guests may be required to provide their express written consent to photography or videography during their appointment.
Animals are not permitted, with the exception of assistance dogs.
The Event may include low lighting, atmospheric effects or other Halloween-themed elements. Please check the Event FAQs for further information about the environment and any relevant accessibility considerations.
Scratch cards may be offered to guests during the Event, subject to availability. Every scratch card is a winner, with prizes including Beavertown merchandise. Prizes are subject to availability, are non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash. See the scratch card for full terms and conditions.
FAQS
How do I get to Al’s Bad News by public transport?
The Unbecoming takes place at Al’s Bad News, 149 Shoreditch High Street, London E1 6JQ.
Tube: Old Street (Northern line) is approximately a 10-minute walk away. Liverpool Street (Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines) is also within walking distance.
Overground: Shoreditch High Street station is approximately a 5-minute walk away.
Bus: Several bus routes stop nearby, including the 26, 35, 47, 78, 149, 205 and 242.
We recommend checking Transport for London for the latest travel information before setting off.
How long does the Event last?
The duration depends on the appointment you book:
The Quick Fix: 20 minutes — one focused SFX makeup feature, such as a scratch, bite, scar or stitched detail. Total experience time: 40 minutes (includes 20 minutes of exploration time).
The Half Work: 40 minutes — a more involved transformation, with more extensive makeup, multiple details or a distinctive character effect. Total experience time: 60 minutes (includes 20 minutes of exploration time).
The Full Work: 60 minutes — a complete, more elaborate transformation, with full-face artistry or multiple SFX elements and intricate detailing. Total experience time: 80 minutes (includes 20 minutes of exploration time).
The Upstairs Appointment: 60 minutes — experience The Unbecoming with our 60-minute appointment option, located in the accessible upstairs area of Al’s Bad News. If you require wheelchair access, please select this option on DesignMyNight when booking. Please note that The Bone Works salon is located downstairs and is not wheelchair accessible. Total experience time: 80 minutes (includes 20 minutes of exploration time).
What happens during the experience?
On arrival at Al’s Bad News, you’ll receive a can of Beavertown beer (or non-alcoholic beer) and have time to explore before heading downstairs to The Bone Works, our Halloween salon.
At The Bone Works, you’ll choose a pre-designed Halloween look from our lookbook, based on the appointment type you’ve booked. Our artists will then bring your chosen look to life.
All makeovers must be selected from the lookbook. Bespoke looks and requests to create your own look are not available.
What time should I arrive?
Please arrive on time for your booked slot. Your experience begins with 20 minutes to explore Al’s Bad News and enjoy your first can of Beavertown beer (or non-alcoholic beer) before heading downstairs to The Bone Works for your makeover.
What happens if I’m late?
Please arrive on time, as your 20-minute exploration period begins at your booked slot time. Late arrivals may miss part of their experience, and an alternative appointment slot is not guaranteed.
Can I walk in without booking?
Walk-in appointments will be available, subject to capacity and availability. Walk-ins are not guaranteed, so we recommend booking in advance to secure your slot. Walk-in guests will be required to review, accept and sign these terms and conditions prior to proceeding with their appointment.
How much are tickets?
Tickets cost £5, plus a £0.50 booking fee. Each ticket includes two cans of Beavertown beer (or non-alcoholic beer).
Can I get a refund or exchange my appointment?
All bookings are non-refundable and non-exchangeable, except where required by law or in the event of cancellation, in accordance with the applicable ticket terms and conditions.
Is there an age restriction?
Yes, The Unbecoming is strictly 18+. You must bring valid photographic ID. Anyone unable to provide acceptable proof of age will be refused entry.
Can I choose my makeover?
You can choose from the pre-designed looks in our Halloween lookbook that correspond to your ticket type. The looks shown in our promotional imagery are for illustrative purposes and may not be available to book. Bespoke makeovers and requests to create your own look are not available. The level of detail and complexity will depend on the duration of your booked appointment. Costumes are not included; all makeovers focus on face make-up.
Do I get a full costume?
No, costumes aren’t included. Your makeover focuses on face make-up, with the level of detail and complexity depending on the duration of your booked appointment. The looks shown in our promotional imagery are for illustrative purposes and may not be available to book.
Can I bring my own makeup?
No, guests cannot bring their own makeup for use during the experience. Our artists will use the products provided.
Can I bring food or drink?
No outside food or drink is permitted inside the venue.
Does my booking include food and drink?
Each ticket includes two 330ml cans of Beavertown beer (or non-alcoholic beer). You’ll receive one draft pin cant on arrival at Al’s Bad News and a drinks token to redeem for a second 330ml can of Beavertown beer (or non-alcoholic beer) at the till upstairs when you leave the experience.
Is the venue accessible?
Al’s Bad News is wheelchair accessible upstairs only. The Bone Works salon is located downstairs and is not wheelchair accessible. If you require wheelchair access, please book The Upstairs Appointment (60 minutes) and select this option on DesignMyNight. Your experience begins with 20 minutes to explore Al’s Bad News before your appointment.
Will the event be filmed or photographed?
Photography and filming may take place during the event. Please refer to the notices at the venue for information about filming and the use of images or recordings. Guests may be required to provide their express written consent to photography or videography during their appointment.
Can I bring an animal?
Animals are not permitted, except for assistance dogs. Please contact the event team in advance to discuss any assistance requirements at webshop@beavertownbrewery.co.uk.