Gay london pubs

Timeline of London Bars and Clubs

The gay scene in London has always been centred around the West End, especially Soho. In the s some clubs opened up in Earls Court, where the rent was cheaper. In the s, the scene reverted back to Soho, revitalised by new style bars like The Village. Vauxhallbecame the locus of queer clubs from Included in the following timeline are bars and clubs in Earl’s Court and Vauxhall, though they are not strictly in the West End.

s

The Golden Ball (Bond's Stables, off Chancery Lane).

Jenny Greensleeves' Molly House (Durham Yard, off the Strand).[1]

Julius Caesar Taylor's Molly House (Tottenham Court Road).[2]

Plump Nelly's Molly Property (St James's Square, St James's).[2]

Royal Oak Molly Residence (Giltspur Street, Smithfield)[2]

Three Tobacco Rolls (Covent Garden).

Mother Clap's Molly House, closed (Holborn).

s

Harlequin (Nag's Chief Court, Covent Garden)

s

The White Swan, Vere Lane (Vere Street)

Admiral Duncan (54 Old Compton Road, Soho)

The Hundred Guineas Club (Portland Place)

The Coleherne, gay from the s?, closed

LGBTQIA+ Bars And Clubs In London

Bright, bold and brimming with some of the funnest nights out in London, this city's gay scene grows bigger and better every year. From the raucous super clubs of Soho and East London, to the quirky hidden gems scattered in between, we've rounded up the best LGBTQ+ bars and clubs in London so you know where to get your occupy of excellent DJs, fabulous drag nights and some of the most inclusive clubbing experiences in the capital.



Handsome House Party

@ Eagle London on Every 2nd Saturday of the month

Looking for a queer event that lasts until 4am? Then check out Handsome House Party, taking place at Eagle London in Vauxhall on every second Saturday of the month. This inclusive party is all about house song, with a focus on American 90s hits from DJs Martyn Fitzgerald and CJ Cooper. You can nab tickets for just £8 per person, including a free shot and happy hour drinks prices if you arrive before 10pm.

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Kings Arms Oxford Avenue

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Metropolis

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Sink a cocktail in one of London's finest LGBTQ+ bars and pubs and you'll be drinking in more than just some watered down booze: these spots are LGBTQ+ landmarks in their own right, places where you can find society, kinship, and drag-fuelled mayhem. Beats billiards in your local.

Once upon a period, having a queer old time in London meant hotfooting it straight to Soho. But now, the city's queer centre of gravity has shifted east, with edgier spots pulling crowds to Dalston when night falls, while some of the city's most storied LGBTQ+ venues have taken up residence in Vauxhall. So whether you're after a queenly brunch, a burlesque show or just a quiet pint, here's a comprehensive list of the capital's gay and queer-friendly bars and pubs, from the famous G-A-Y to lesbian-centric She Soho to sing-yer-heart-out special The Karaoke Hole.

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Gay Bars and Pubs in London

London has countless gay bars. To keep this page usable for travellers not all of these bars have been listed here (particularly those of interest mainly for locals).

Admiral Duncan

Monday-Thursday  – ;Friday, Saturday  – ;Sunday  – 

Traditional London gay pub in Soho. With drag shows and karaoke.

@ 54 Old Compton Street
London W1D 4UD

Subway: Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square, Tottenham Court Road

+44 20

Arch Clapham

Tuesday-Thursday  – ;Friday  – /;Saturday  – ;Sunday  – 

LGBTQ cocktail bar in the south of London.
Themed evenings with DJs, karaoke, drag bingo and more.

@ Voltaire Road (Arch )
London SW4 6DH

Subway: Clapham North

City of Quebec

Monday, Tuesday  – ;Wednesday  – ;Thursday-Saturday  – ;Sunday  – 

One of the oldest gay bars in London (since ) and traditional British pub.
With karaoke and cabaret drag shows.