Bristol Gay Scene

The Bristol Gay Scene is vibrant and varied with many venues catering for all tastes – be that a quiet drink with your friends, or a full on cheesy dance marathon.

Venues are around two main areas of the city, just minutes both east and west from the main shopping and tourist districts :

The Old Market Gay Village offers a wide range of venues from specialist venues such as the Bear Bar, Cabaret can be found at The Palace, and good quality food & drink at The Old Market Tavern.
Central Gay Village caters more for the clubbers with the popular clubs QueenShilling & OMG keeping Bent company for those wishing a drink or two ..

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Frogmore Street – Bristol’s “West End”

Frogmore Street, located just off Park Street behind the area known as ‘The Centre’ and the Hippodrome , is buzzing with activity most nights of the week. Lively bars and clubs entice a mixed crowd of revellers looking for a great night out. Head to the Queen Shilling, Bristol’s longest established gay venue, for a great atmosphere on the weekend. Opposite you’ll find OMG Bar and next door, OMG – both providing great music and atmosphere through the week.

Old Market – Bristol’s Gay Village

Located on the eastern side of the city, roughly between the Cabot Circus Shopping area and Temple Meads Railway Station is “Old Market”, where you’ll find the Old Market Tavern which attracts a mixed and friendly crowd. New pubs and bars in the Old Market area include The Gin Palace, Bristol Bear Bar and Old Market Assembly – which hosts many LGBT events. There’s lots of variety provided by these venues so it shouldn’t be hard to find something to satisfy everyone.

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Overnight Stay?

Looking to stay overnight in Bristol ? Travelodge have various hotels located around the city.