 | Atlantis Evolution - 2012
We hadn’t been to Atlantis Evolution since it was taken over by the new owners about a year ago (In fact is was 2004 when we last went and back then the club, then known as simply as Atlantis wasn’t really our cup of tea) We attended on a Couples Night (Saturday) Now, if there is an argument that the right hosts can create magic and move mountains if given the chance then Atlantis Evolution is certainly it. Located in the suburb of Bursalem in Stoke on Trent you’re not short on other choices for clubs in the surrounding one hour’s drive but there are several good reasons to make a B-line for this one if you’re deciding where to go for your night out. So much has changed here since the new owners took over that when we arrived it was like we were in a different building altogether. The club is located in a discreet side street off from the main road and is also a short taxi ride from Stoke on Trent (If you’re staying at Pixies that will collect you and take you to the club) Inside there is a spacious enough reception and cloak room area and you’ll be greeted by either Tag or Kat at the front desk who will gladly show you round. The club is laid out on two floors; past reception is essentially a nightclub and lounge area. There is a long bar (You can BYOB) and several sofas here to relax on, apart from the DJ booth, on this level there is a play area past a set of blinds located behind the ample dance floor which is used as an S and M dungeon on the monthly fetish themed parties. (6 Dom ladies will keep you very busy if that’s your thing) By the stairwell to the second level there is a corridor to an outside heated covered smoking area (Don’t hesitate to remind Tag to putting the heater on if he forgets) The second level of the venue is a large open plan lounge with several play spaces curtained or partitioned off from each other and two private lockable playrooms. The toilets are also on this level, with the gents strangely getting one more cubicle than the ladies. The lighting is low here with a wash of blue and reds everywhere which creates a very sexually charged atmosphere which certainly didn’t go to waste on us. There is also a dark room here with glory hole and the area is nicely divided between a chilled social space and that for playing scrabble (Shagging) Video’s play the latest sex Olympics on screen and a specific Couples Only room is to be added here soon for more privacy on the mixed couple nights.
The beautiful Hayley who worked behind the bar and the other staff were exceptionally helpful throughout the night, the club was spotless and immaculate (Well it was until we met Mrs Gushy and totally swamped one of the beds, you know who you are!) Soon after we arrived there was a steady flow of couples coming in, if your young or old you won’t feel out of place there and it’s a mistake to think you won’t fit in, talk to people and you will soon feel right at home. There was a mixture of veterans who had been on The Scene for years and young couples dipping their toe from the local university. It was a really good mix. We always say hosts are important at any venue, if you’ve been to Ourplace4fun in London and have met Gregg and Lisa, then we swear that Kat and Tag went on the same public relations course as them because they are made from similar metal. Kat was relentless all night at putting people at ease and showing others around, introducing people and the results of this we can sum in the following sentence – ‘We’ve been to a huge number of clubs both in the UK and abroad but we have never been to a club where we literally almost spoke to every single person who was there in one night. Atlantis changed that.’ Literally here, everyone spoke to everyone, we have never been to a club, any club, on The Scene or off, as friendly and relaxed as this, and we have been to some very friendly clubs - it was just lovely. Pretty soon everyone was up and dancing, everyone made an effort to dress up, there were so many delicious people you really didn’t know where to look and Mrs Party was soon on the dance floor playing tonsil tennis with a stunning blonde. (Scrabbled followed) Too Summarise Atlantis Evolution it is best described as a sexually charged night club for adults with some lovely places to play and some of the loveliest people we’ve ever met at a club. Good hosts are conducive to creating this type of environment and they have done so here with ease (And probably a great deal of hard work) and are naturals at what they do. Tag is also a great DJ.
Our criticisms were few and as it happened most are already being addressed. We thought the lack of lockers was an oversight that needed looking at but is already being sorted and we wondered if there might be room for some showers (Essential when you’re soaked from meeting Mrs Gushy) which have been installed and will operate in a week or two additional toilets down stairs would be great if there’s room. Kat and Tag, rightly welcome your feedback and suggestions, always a good sign and a quality that is imperative for any shrewd club owner. This will definitely not be our last visit to Atlantis, and for those wishing to travel from a far as we have done, you can also stay at the local B and B, Pixies, that is connected to the club and run by a regular. An ideal club for either nervous newbies or booty shaking orientated old hands. It’s not for those who want a Jacuzzi and a pool and it’s not the biggest club and doesn’t pretend otherwise but if you like dancing with your night of play, a friendly crowd and something that isn’t going to break your bank, (£25 entry fee, soft drinks £1.50) then put Atlantis on your to do list. In our opinion, a club well worth travelling for.
Date: 6 May 2012
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