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
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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

Shopping

Houseplant Market - Strathclyde

17th September 2025 - 18th September 2025

Strathclyde University Union, Glasgow City Centre

The Houseplant Market is returning to Strathclyde Students Union! Taking place outside the union building for two days only on Wednesday 17th and Thursday 18th September!

Bars and Pubs

Wunderbar Glasgow

28 Springfield Court, Glasgow City Centre G1 3BZ

Inspired by bier kellers from around the globe, Wunderbar Glasgow is a place to discover new things and be your own kind of weird and wunderful!

Bars and Pubs

Armstrongs Bar

136 Battlefield Road, Glasgow South Side G42 9JT

Armstrong's is a friendly local bar and pool hall with live entertainment and sport in the Southside of Glasgow.

Bars and Pubs

Sweeneys On The Park

962 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow South Side G41 2ET

Sweeney's On The Park is open 7 days a week and has a wide range of live music to accommodate all tastes 6 days a week plus our Sunday night quiz!

Bars and Pubs

Moxy Glasgow SEC

140 Finnieston Street, Glasgow West End G3 8HB

Located on the Hydro doorstep, Moxy Glasgow SEC is bringing a fresh vibe to the SEC Campus with immersive social spaces, cosy and smart rooms with tech galore, and a welcome drink waiting for you!

Bars and Pubs

Riding Room

58 Virginia Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 1TX

Riding Room is the home of exotic drinks and exuberant dancing, cream of the crop cabaret, live singing, black magic, blacker comedy, riotous repartee, can can kicks and sensational showstoppers!

Bars and Pubs