Glasgow gay pubs
The Waterloo, The Vintners and the other go-to Glasgow gay spots of yesteryear
Thanks to places such as Delmonica’s, Katie’s Bar, AXM and nights such as Hot Mess and Shoot Your Shot, Glasgow pre-lockdown had a thriving gay pub and club scene.
And although you always will get some narrow-minded bam shouting 'You going to Bennetts' tonight at you from the protection of their tabloid-newspaper-filled white Transit van on the street for so much as wearing a tote bag or nice cardigan, things have definitely changed for the improve over the past few decades.
From a time when Glasgow could be considered a hostile place for the gay community - and not just because the participation in homosexual acts was deemed a criminal offence.
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Something that wasn’t to change until February of in Scotland.
Bronski Beat's song Smalltown Boy in many ways captured a snapshot of the era perfectly, with Glaswegian singer Jimmy Somerville speaking openly about the abuse he received here in the capital which ultimately forced him to proceed
Gay Glasgow
Glasgow is the biggest city in Scotland, known for its cool and modern atmosphere where everyone is welcome. In fact, it was voted the “friendliest city in the world”! Scotland as a whole is recognised worldwide for its inclusive nature and progressive LGBTQ legislation, and that openness is particularly apparent in Glasgow. Its vibrant LGBTQ scene includes Scotland's oldest gay bar and its biggest LGBTQ festival in the build of Glasgow Pride. Universities in the city help illustrate in a diverse and varied crowd, making Glasgow a modern yet still grounded city.
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Whether you fancy cracking conversations over cocktails or dancing 'til dawn, our diverse city has got you good and truly sorted. Head along to Merchant City's Pink Triangle for some of the top tipples, DJ sets and drag shows in the biz. Just make sure to check out our guide to Glasgow's gay bars, as they really have got the city's LGBTQ+ nightlife sussed.
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Corset Club
44 reviews
£5 Cocktails and 1 other offer
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If you're after a quirky venue that offers much more than just drinks, The Corset Club in Glasgow is the place to go. Nestled in the historic Jacobean Corsetry building, this bar features everything from handcrafted cocktails to high-energy performances that will retain you entertained all night long.
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Katie&#;s Bar
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Katie's Bar offers an utterly mixed bag to the city's gay nightlife. Head here for epic pre-club partying at the weekend with a roster of disco tunes, as successfully as regular verb shows with drag queens hosting ev
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Bennets, on Glasgow’s Glassford Street, is Scotland’s oldest gay club and was just about ready to obtain the last rites before divine intervention came in the form of Lynnet Leisure, in the spring of this year. The club was almost a rite of passage for gays of a certain age, but neglect meant it was no longer the hotspot it once was. But a scant brushstrokes here and there, new lighting and imagination, Lynnet has awakened this gay giant before he permanently nodded off.
And it is in a safe pair of hands – those of manager, Paul Stirrat. He says, “I am a Bennets’ boy. I came here in my youth and I see the refit as giving a dear antique friend a bit of TLC. There are an esti