Glasgow University Union

Glasgow University Union (GUU) is one of the largest and oldest students' unions in the UK, serving students of the University of Glasgow since 1885!

About Glasgow University Union

	32 University Avenue, Glasgow West End G12 8LX
	01413398697
	Glasgow University Union Website
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Listed Under Eating and Drinking - Bars and Pubs / Attractions - Live Music Venues

Glasgow has various bodies that co-ordinate different aspects of student life at the university.

GUU organises social affairs for its members, provides value catering and entertainments and generally seeks to enhance the experience of its members during their time at the University of Glasgow and beyond. GUU houses the West Ends largest Night Club (the HIVE), has nine bars, a games room, a Billiards Hall, a shop, Subway, the Union Cafe, two libraries and is the most successfull debating institution in the world, ever.

Students are eligible to become members for free at any point throughout their University career and alumni may become Life Members by applying to the Board of Management.

For further information about GUU please feel free to drop in and speak to a member of the Board of Management; or email our President on president@guu.co.uk

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Upcoming Events at Glasgow University Union

Music

Bathgate Band in concert with special guest Ryan Quigley

2nd May 2025

Glasgow University Union, Glasgow West End

Immerse yourself in the sounds of Big Band music with the Bathgate Band, joined by renowned trumpeter Ryan Quigley, at the Glasgow University Union Debating Chamber on Friday 2nd May!

Theatre

SECRET: An Evening of Magic & Mentalism

9th May 2025

Glasgow University Union, Glasgow West End

Following shows across Edinburgh and Adelaide, Sean Testrow brings SECRET: An Evening of Magic & Mentalism to Glasgow!

Music

Sing A Song: A Tribute To The Carpenters

13th June 2025

Glasgow University Union, Glasgow West End

Sing a Song: A Tribute to The Carpenters celebrates all the hits of Karen and Richard, they're a must-see for Carpenters fans and music lovers alike!

Music

Legacy Live: A Tribute Spectacular

21st June 2025

Glasgow University Union, Glasgow West End

LEGACY LIVE: A Tribute Spectacular brings top-class entertainment to WestFest which is guaranteed to thrill audiences of all ages!

Bars and Pubs

Ivory Hotel

2-4 Camphill Avenue, Glasgow South Side G41 3AY

Set in an 1876 townhouse with beautiful views of Queens park from our locally renowned conservatory The Ivory Hotel boasts 11 spacious ensuite bedrooms.

Bars and Pubs

Grosvenor Cafe

24 Ashton Lane, Glasgow West End G12 8SJ

The Grosvenor Cafe is a staple in Ashton Lane in the heart of Glasgow's West End, enjoy excellent food, the tastiest of drinks and an awesome atmosphere to boot!

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

The Summoners

201 Pitt Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 4DS

The Summoner's is a place for enthusiastic e-sports players and fans, board game lovers, and anyone who looks to hang around with friends and some authentic drinks and cocktails.

Bars and Pubs

Saints Of Ingram

158 Ingram Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 1EJ

Saints Of Ingram is a coffee shop, restaurant and cocktail bar located in the historic Hutchesons' Hall in the heart of Glasgow's Merchant City!

Bars and Pubs

The Social Hub Glasgow

15 Candleriggs Square, Glasgow City Centre G1 1TQ

The Social Hub is a home for next-gen students and professionals, a hotel for travellers, a coworking space for big thinkers, a playground for entrepreneurs and a city meeting place for locals!

Bars and Pubs

Nice N Sleazy

421 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 3LG

Bar/Club/Venue/Cafe Open 7 days a week See our website for news and listings: www.nicensleazy.com For gig enquiries, email : gigs@nicensleazy.com Food...

Bars and Pubs

Drygate Brewing Co.

85 Drygate, Glasgow East End G4 0UT

Collaboration, creativity, and fearless brewing... Drygate is the UK's first experiential craft brewery!

Bars and Pubs

Revolution Glasgow Mitchell Street

84 Mitchell Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 3NA

Revolution Mitchell Street is located right in the heart of the city, in the former Tunnel Nightclub!

Bars and Pubs

Bucks Bar

111 West Regent Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 2RU

BUCK's is a rock’n’roll bar specialising in authentic buttermilk fried chicken, seriously addictive Nashville hot chicken, cocktails, beers and Bourbon...

Bars and Pubs

Hillhead Bookclub

17 Vinicombe Street, Glasgow West End G12 8SJ

A venue where left and right handers can exist in harmony without fear of persecution. A licensed land of milk & honey where the ping-pong is plentiful...

Bars and Pubs

226 Gallowgate

226 Gallowgate, Glasgow East End G4 0TS

226 Gallowgate is a unique & friendly community bar in the heart of the Barras. Creating the conditions for a varied and creative environment, filled with arts, music, food, drink and good times!

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