​Bristol is home to two gay areas, the gay village and gay central in the centre of town....

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​Gay Village                Information from www.outbristol.co.uk


OMT / Lounge / Palace / Bristol Bear Bar / Retreat / Village Sauna / The Den / R7 Club

The Gay Village is centrally located in the Old Market Quarter part of the city. Centred around West Street,

the Village is within easy walking distance of the Train and Bus Stations and is next door to the multi million

pound Cabot Circus Shopping Centre. Old Market Quarter has many hotels and serviced apartments which

cater for various budgets. The target market for the Gay Village is Men and their admirers, people who are

looking to play - you will find all that in the Village and Old Market Quarter. All based around the masculine

male market the area prides itself on being attitude free and friendly. The area is well connected and has

many festival events throughout the year. 

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1 Old Market Tavern (OMT) www.omtbristol.co.uk
The Old Market Tavern is a traditional pub in the centre of Bristol. We open at 11.30am every day and stay open all day long. Just
come along! We’ll close at 11pm on school nights but stay open until 2am on Friday and Saturday. 29-30 Old Market Street, BS2

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2 The Lounge https://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/30520055750/?fref=ts
The Lounge is a gay venue with a new, modern feel and décor to it. Opening Times : Mon 2pm - 11pm Tue - Wed 12pm - 11pm
Thurs 2pm - 1am Fri & Sat 12pm -1am Sun 2pm - 9pm. 53 Old Market Street, Bristol BS2

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3 The Palace https://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/247466638622277/?fref=ts
The Palace is recognised as the gateway to the Village, with an interior fit for a queen, come and join the camp fun. The Palace is an
amazing venue with a hugely welcoming atmosphere. Opening Hours: Mon - Thurs 6pm - Midnight / Friday 6pm - 2 am /
Saturday 6pm - 2 am / Sunday 3pm - Midnight. 1-3 West Street, Old Market Quarter, Bristol, BS2

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4 The Bristol Bear Bar www.bristolbearbar.co.uk
Run by Steve and his team, the Bristol Bear Bar is the UK’S only bespoke bar for Bears although everyone is welcome at this venue
and it is wheelchair friendly. Mon- Thur 7-1130pm Fri & Sat 7-2am Sun 3-11pm
2-4 West Street, Old Market Quarter, Bristol BS2

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5 The Retreat www.retreatbristol.com
Opened in Dec 2008, the bar boasts cutting edge technology and style, with something on every night of the week, and some
amazing drinks offers to boot. The Retreat is open 7 days a week. 16 West Street, Old Market Quarter, BS2



6 Village Sauna    villagesauna.com

The Village sauna is Bristol's only gay sauna. 19-21 West Street, Old Market Quarter,Bristol, BS2

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​7 R7 Men only Superclub www.r7bristol.com
The Largest Men only super club (outside London) This Men only space has 2 arenas bars chill out spaces dark room and so
much more so you can play. 23-25 West Street, Old Market Quarter, Bristol,BS2

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8 The Den www.thedenpub.com
The Den is for all you men who are looking to play. Operating a 100% strict dress code management reserve the right to refuse entry.
Opening Hours: Open from Friday & Saturday 8pm to 4am Sunday 4pm to 2am. 46 Gloucester lane Old Market Quarter, BS2 0DP

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Gay Central                 Information from www.outbristol.co.uk

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The Pineapple / Bent / The Queenshilling / OMG



Gay Central is located in the heart of the West End of the city around Frogmore Street. Gay Central is within
easy reach of the Train and Bus Stations and is next door to the Harbourside and independent shopping areas.
The West End has many hotels and serviced apartments which cater for various budgets. Gay Central caters
for the mainstream LGBTQ market. Here you will find fun venues who have a wide mix of the LGBTQ
communities in them. Mixed is what they do best in Gay Central with a fun and friendly attitude. The area is well
connected and has many festival events throughout the year. To find out more check out www.outbristol.co.uk.

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9 The Pineapple www.facebook.com/Pineapplebristol
A great place to spend any evening. Comfy surroundings, a quality range of drinks and regular events make The Pineapple one very
special venue. Opening Times : Mon - Sun: 17:00- Midnight 37 St Georges Road, West End , Bristol, BS1

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10 Bent www.facebook.com/bentbarbristol
Bent combines a stylish, relaxed, yet lively atmosphere. An extensive cocktail menu, competitive pricing. amazing sound system and
light up dancefloor - It really is something special. Mon - Sat: 20:00-02:00 4 Frogmore Street, West End, Bristol, BS1

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11 The Queen Shilling www.QueenShilling.com
Whether you are looking for a quiet mid-week catch up with friends, or the big party night with the best atmosphere, the management,
bar staff, door staff and DJ’s are proud to work together to still be serving Bristol’s gay community 20 years on.
Opening Times: Mon 21:00 - 02:00 Tue- Thurs Closed Fri 9pm-3am Sat 9pm-4am Sun Closed 9 Frogmore Street, West End, BS1

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12 OMG www.omgbristol.com
OMG is the South West’s busiest and biggest gay venue. It’s state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems, buzzing atmosphere and
competitive pricing have made OMG the incredible, lively club it is today.Opening Times: Wed - Fri:22:00-04:00 Sat:22:00-05:00.
1 Frog Lane , West End, Bristol, BS1



Scene information kindly provided by outbristol and Leighton De Burca.