Annie Mac to launch club night ending at 12am ‘for people who need sleep’

DJ responds to demand for nightlife that suits older people and other Cinderellas'

More than 40 years ago, the folk singer Fred Wedlock branded anybody showing a little grey hair who fancied a night on the tiles as that most tragic of figures: the oldest swinger in town".

But, in 2022, refusing to give up dancing once your skin clears up is no longer a source of shame. Instead, there are enough people in middle age ready to go clubbing that they are taking over venues - until the clock strikes midnight, at least.