Someone enjoyed their big night! Bleary-eyed Ed Sheeran looks worse for wear as he leaves party with girlfriend Cherry after confirming nine-month career break

By Sophia Moir and Becky Freeth for MailOnline

Published: 04:21 EST, 23 October 2015 | Updated: 10:01 EST, 23 October 2015

They're very rarely seen in public together.

But Ed Sheeran, 24, and his girlfriend Cherry Seaborn must be getting serious as they were seen jumping into a taxi together following the premiere after-party for his new concert movie, Jumpers For Goalposts.

The happy couple looked very much together as the exited London's One Phoenix Street private members club in the early hours of Friday morning.

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Date night: But Ed Sheeran, 24, and his girlfriend Cherry Seaborn must be getting serious as they were seen jumping into a taxi together following the premiere after-party for his new movie, Jumpers For Goalposts

In fact, Cherry - who's an old school friend of Ed's - appeared to be every inch the doting girlfriend as she held her hand on her boyfriend's knee affectionately as he appeared a little worse for wear.

The Thinking Out Loud hit-maker was seen looking bleary-eyed as he left the London bash, in a more casual look than the premiere earlier in the evening.

He'd taken his suit jacket off and untucked his white shirt for the after-party, giving a thumbs up to fans. 

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Supportive: In fact, Cherry - who's an old school friend of Ed's - appeared to be every inch the doting girlfriend as she held her hand on her boyfriend's knee affectionately as he appeared a little worse for wear

His pretty brunette girlfriend - who currently lives in New York - looked stunning in a sheer lace dress, displaying a glimpse of her cleavage, worn with strappy black heels.

Also at the after-party was ex-The Wanted boybander Nathan Sykes, wearing a printed T-shirt, smart black coat, cropped black trousers and oxblood Louis Leeman trainers.

X Factor UK host Olly Murs was in attendance, following his appearance at the premiere earlier in the evening.

Late-night bash: The happy couple looked very much together as the exited London's One Phoenix Street private members club in the early hours of Friday morning

Too many bevvies? The Thinking Out Loud hit-maker was seen looking bleary-eyed as he left the London bash, in a more casual look than the premiere earlier in the evening

Brunette beauty: His pretty girlfriend - who currently lives in New York - looked stunning in a sheer lace dress, displaying a glimpse of her cleavage, worn with strappy black heels

Co-ordinated: Also at the after-party was ex-The Wanted boybander Nathan Sykes, wearing a printed T-shirt, smart black coat, cropped black trousers and oxblood Louis Leeman trainers

Ed fan: X Factor UK host Olly Murs was also in attendance, following his appearance at the premiere earlier in the evening

Meanwhile, British singer Ed intends to take a nine-month career break for nine months in mid-December.

Speaking to The Sun's Dan Wootton on Thursday, he said: 'I'll put a post out [on Twitter] saying "I'm with my friends and family - if you love me you'll allow me to disappear for a few months and I'll speak to you in a bit"'. 

'I think a break for me is coming off my phone, social media and emails. I am constantly on my phone, texting, replying to emails, on Twitter, on Snapchat, on Facebook. 

Cinematic debut: Ed unveiled his first film Jumpers For Goalposts on Thursday

'I just want to get off it and live and drive to places and listen to music and have normal conversations with people and get back to normality.

'I've got a packed schedule then, when 12 December comes, it's done.'

Ed's admission comes after he attended the premiere of his new concert movie on Thursday night.   

Premiering the film in London's Leicester Square, Ed enjoyed some playful banter when Justin Bieber made a surprise appearance on the 'Ed carpet.'

Big shoes to fill: Justin Bieber (left) who enjoyed one of the biggest pop to big screen cross overs with his concert film, was there to cheer on Ed Sheeran (right) on Thursday night

The goalposts just keep getting wider for international pop sensation Ed who looked chuffed to see his life be transformed for the big screen.

The Lego House singer turned the red carpet green to premiere Jumpers For Goalposts which opens for one weekend only.

He looked sharp in an Armani suit and matching waistcoat greeting fans that lined the streets to see him before delivering a performance for his eager admirers.

Show of support: Ed couldn't believe his luck when the chart topper arrived to see the film

Bromance: The boys revealed something of a strong bromance on the night

All smiles: The pair coupled up for their appearance in London; Justin surprising all of Ed's fans

Banter: Justin joked with the pop star when he joined him on the green carpet

Though those waiting in the cold were more than a little surprised to see international pop sensation Justin at the movie premiere.

Justin was slightly more casual in appearance, pairing skater shoes with ripped jeans and a baseball cap.

His surprise appearance, during which he revealed something of a bromance with Ed, was kept all the more secretive when Justin arrived beneath a hood. 

Looking sharp: The musician wore a sharp Armani suit on the red carpet

Crashing the party: Bieber arrived with an entourage to the sight of frenzied fans

Solemn: He didn't have a smile but he certainly seemed to make a confident entrance

Hiya! Bieber pulled down his hood to reveal his true identity on the green carpet

Fan frenzy: The musician gave fans a high five on his way past on Thursday

Previously, Justin's first film Never Say Never achieved an estimated grossing of $12.4M on its opening day from 3,105 theaters across America. It also grossed over $29M that weekend.

This weekend, Ed will appear in cinemas nationwide with a film that offers fans a 'birds-eye view' of life on tour for the musician. 

It didn't seem to phase Ed on his big night because he was characteristically scruffy, adding some of his dressed down touches to the ensemble, forgoing smart shoes in favour of trainers and leaving his tie just slightly loosely knotted.

Ed left his signature red tresses messy on top and stayed faithful to his unshaven appearance for the memorable moment of glory. 

Ed-gy touches: He paired trainers and a loose tie to make it a bit more cool

For the fans: Ed was due to give a live performance for the fans too

One weekend only: Ed's film would be in cinemas for one weekend only

Cinematic debut: He follows in the footsteps of Justin Bieber and One Direction by making a film about his pop career

It will feature a mixture of footage from the tour shows that accompanied his second album x this summer.

But it will climax with the chart toppers 80,000-strong performance at London's Wembley Arena in July this year, including the show and its prep.

Ed follows in the footsteps of Justin and One Direction who have previously turned their pop careers into big screen successes.

Premiere day: Ed shared his excitement over on Twitter, saying he couldn't wait to share the film with fans

Meaningful: He explained the name of the film by saying it meant constantly making your dreams bigger

Moving the goalposts: Ed's dreams just keep coming true

Discussing the title of his cinematic debut, Ed told Australia's PopSugar: 'It's a phrase that came up! We're always joking that we move the goalposts of what we're aiming for all the time, so it seemed apt for this.'

And describing the treat in store for his multitude of fans, he added: '(Fans will) get to see a bit more of everyone in my teams, who worked so hard to make it happen too. And me in various states of hangover as well!'  

Dubbing Thursday 'premiere day' he said on Twitter: 'I'm so excited for you guys to see this movie. Check your local cinema listings wherever worldwide, it's only gonna be shown this weekend.' 

Confident: He wore his hood up with a chilling picture of a skull on his top

Flying solo: When he posed in front of the billboard, he didn't seem to smile

All the crew: Justin, accompanied by manager Scooter Braun seemed to introduce Ed to Big Narstie (right)

Cheeky chappy: Justin embraced the musician and seemed to rub his belly a little

Not the outfit: Perhaps Bieber was highlighting the difference in their garbs

Stand off: The men took it as an opportunity to have a good old fashioned chin wag

The extra attention hasn't given Ed a big head either, because he described how he was kept on the ground, crediting his dad at the premiere.  

'I have my dad. My dad always tells me when I'm being a d**k,' he said of his father John. 

Even Game Of Thrones Maisie Williams' had high praise for the musician on the night, saying: 'I met him a year ago and I'm a mad supporter. So any way I can support him I will, but he's a megastar now so he doesn't need me.

'I love his music. He's stayed true to himself and never tried to be anything he's not. He's very real and honest and a beautiful artist in that sense.'

Olly Murs added: 'I love Ed. He's incredibly talented, he's unique and he's different. That's what makes him incredible. He's someone who has made a massive influence to someone like myself - and he's humble as well.' 

Oh hey! Olly Murs showed up to support the musician too

Cheesy grin: The X Factor host had a big grin for his adoring fans on the night

Old pals: Maisie Williams got better acquainted with Ed inside the venue 

Cute outfit: The Hunger Games actress colour clashed in apricot shades and cobalt blue

Loving your work: The pair were no doubt mutual fans of each other's work

Singing to his own tune: Bieber appeared to get the crowd to sing one of his own tunes

First you wanna go to the left: Bieber's track What Do You Mean is still topping the charts here

Poser: The star has been in London for a number of days now

Dancing: He pulled a few of his favourite moves to keep the crowd entertained

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