Strathclyde University Union

The new Strath Union replaces the much-loved John Street location, which closed in August 2021 prompting an outpouring of love across social media from past students and fans.

About Strathclyde University Union

	51 Richmond Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 1XU
	01415675000
	Strathclyde University Union Website
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Listed Under Eating and Drinking - Bars and Pubs / Eating and Drinking - Cafes and Coffee Shops / Eating and Drinking - Nightclubs

The new, repurposed building, formerly the Colville Building, is ready to welcome students and provides a more accessible, student-friendly experience with brand new facilities. The innovative design brings the outside in, enabling students to socialise among trees and plants whatever the weather. Inside their Union, students can enjoy a pint and pizza on picnic tables laid across AstroTurf, oblivious to the wind and rain outdoors.

Students’ home away from home on campus, Strath Union boasts a food, drink and entertainment offering that far exceeds the traditional student union. Expect to see bao buns, flatbreads and noodle dishes as standard, as well as classics like pizza, fish and chips and burgers. Beer fans can sample a host of Scottish favourites from Tennent’s, Innis & Gunn and Drygate. The building is bursting with entertainment including pool, smart darts, Bluetooth headphone powered movie nights, live football and a programme of music in the works that will continue Strath Union’s tradition of booking huge names like Elton John, Calvin Harris and Frightened Rabbit.

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Upcoming Events at Strathclyde University Union

Nights Out

Buckle Up! Hoedown

3rd December 2025

Strathclyde University Union, Glasgow City Centre

Buckle up those boots & come to the ultimate hoe-down night, start with a shot and join us for line dancing lesson, games, prizes and much more!

Bars and Pubs

Sloans Bar & Restaurant

62 Argyll Arcade, Glasgow City Centre G2 8BG

Catching up with some mates, a date or a reason to celebrate? Then get together at Sloans to enjoy dinner & drinks in our cosy bar or fully heated and covered courtyard tucked away off Argyle Street!

Bars and Pubs

Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel & Spa

11 Blythswood Square, Glasgow City Centre G2 4AD

Blythswood Square is an award winning five star hotel in Glasgow's city centre housing 100 stunning guest rooms and an amazing spa, restaurant & bars!

Bars and Pubs

The Bungo

17-21 Nithsdale Road, Glasgow South Side G41 2AL

The Bungo is an inviting bar and restaurant in the heart of Strathbungo, serving delicious home cooking from breakfast 'til supper, great wines, beer and in a stylish and comfortable space.

Bars and Pubs

Lucky Strike Bar

43 Mitchell Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 3LN

Grab a bar stool, sip on a dram, and get ready for a night of entertainment at Lucky Strike Bar on Mitchell Street.

Bars and Pubs

The Smokin Fox

6-8 Waterloo Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 6DA

Swing by and hang out at The Smokin' Fox, a local pub and kitchen conveniently down the road from Glasgow Central Station!

Bars and Pubs

Bar Gandolfi

64 Albion Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 1NY

Bar Gandolfi offers a wee haven in the heart of the Merchant City featuring the same food and service as it's older sibling but in it's own unique atmosphere and surroundings.

Bars and Pubs

BrewDog Glasgow Merchant City

99 Hutcheson Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 1SN

BrewDog Merchant City majors in insanely good old-time barbecue food and smoked meat, alongside a fully-stocked BrewDog bar with 25 taps of the freshest craft beer around!

Bars and Pubs

Glasgow Art Club

185 Bath Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 4HU

Steeped in culture and heritage, The Glasgow Art Club has been a meeting place for generations of the city’s most innovative and creative inhabitants.

Bars and Pubs

MANGO

373 Sauchiehall Lane, Glasgow City Centre G2 3HU

MANGO offers a taste of paradise from noon 'til night! The city centre restaurant and late-night venue is a warm and friendly place to eat, drink and dance!

Bars and Pubs