The Underground Club

Located right on the Embankment, Circa boasts chesterfield seating, the greatest lighting in town and the iconic mirror-ball DJ booth. Music has always been at the heart of what Circa does and the amazing DJ team will be serving the best and biggest R&B, Pop and House beats in town. Club admission is free before midnight and the combination of good food and premium drinks promises a luxury late night out.

Comptons of Soho is a Cask Accredited bar and club with a great selection of real ales. The wood panelled pub downstairs hosts DJs every weekend, while there's a quieter lounge upstairs where you can unwind. As an added bonus, the whole venue is dog friendly so you can bring your fluffy companion with you, whether you're relaxing by yourself or hanging out with friends. Comptons has been welcoming everyone for decades in the heart of gay Soho, and is particularly popular with older and bearier guests.

This cosy little bar is housed under a railway arch in the south London neighbourhood of Clapham and specialises in quality wines and cocktails. Sit back and relax with the help of The Bridge's extensive drinks menu, while enjoying the entertainment that is hosted throughout the week. Every Monday you can enjoy an evening of wine, cheese, and classic films, while every Wednesday is Bear Fest and there's regular quizzes and bingo as well.

This lively Soho pub boasts a regular lineup of LGBTQ events in a traditional setting, which includes a host of real ales and a live house DJ. You can dance the night away when the DJ is suppling the music, or take part in weekly karaoke every Sunday night. The Kings Arms provides a quieter and more traditional space at the edge of the Soho gay scene, and caters specifically to the bear crowd.

Tucked away down a little alley, Retro Bar is one of gay London's secret gems. It's a small, mixed, indie bar, where eccentricities are welcomes. The music mixes 70s, 80s, New Romantic, goth and alternative, and is reflected in the decor, which features photos of iconic rock and pop figures. There's a jukebox with even more great tunes, and multiple regular events every week including quizzes and comedy. If you're in London during Eurovision, the parties at Retro are great fun, but be sure to book a space!

In its 8th year, Circa continues to be the leading soho gay bar for music, style, and creativity. Hosting some of the best DJs in town playing different genres every night, Circa is vibrant and brings a bit of sparkle and noise to Soho. The winning combination of hot guys and shots is on offer here every night and guarantees a good time, and the music is first class, making Circa one of the most popular destinations in the Soho gay scene.