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Brighton gay guide
Explore LGBTQ+ venues in Brighton, United Kingdom — from bar, hotel, club, sauna and shop to queer nightlife and more.
Brighton at a glance
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Rated 4+ with at least 20 ratings. Selected by rating across different categories.
The Kemptown Klub
Intimate LGBTQ+ members’ bar with handcrafted cocktails and a warm Kemptown welcome
Legends Hotel
Seafront hotel, bar and late-night club in the heart of Brighton’s LGBTQ+ scene
Club Revenge
Brighton’s best-known LGBTQ+ nightclub, with multiple dance floors, drag, DJs and a rooftop terrace overlooking the seafront.
The Brighton Birdcage
Welcoming LGBTQ+ boutique for drag, trans and cross-dressing clothing, wigs and accessories
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Madam Lola's
Immersive cabaret, drag and late-night glamour beneath Kemptown’s copper dome
The Bedford Tavern
Cosy LGBTQ+ pub with cabaret, karaoke, musical bingo and hearty Sunday roasts
The Birdcage
Seafront cabaret bar serving cocktails, food and unapologetic queer entertainment
The Grosvenor Bar
Friendly LGBTQ+ neighbourhood bar with drag, bingo and cabaret
Affinity Bar
Friendly gay bar with cocktails, cabaret and community spirit in Kemptown
Brighton Naturist Beach
Brighton’s historic naturist beach and a popular LGBTQ+ seaside gathering place
Charles Street Tap
Award-winning cabaret, craft beer and late-night entertainment in Brighton’s Gay Village
Marine Tavern
Cosy LGBTQ+ community pub with drag entertainment in the heart of Kemptown
The Actors
Community pub and theatre showcasing Brighton’s diverse creative scene
The Camelford Arms
Friendly LGBTQ+ community pub serving hearty food near Brighton seafront
The Zone Bar
Friendly Kemptown bar with cabaret, karaoke, bingo and live entertainment
Bar Broadway
Musical-theatre bar with cabaret, drag, karaoke and show-stopping entertainment
The Bulldog
Long-running LGBTQ+ bar with cabaret, themed parties and late-night entertainment
The Queens Arms
Brighton’s iconic pink LGBTQ+ cabaret pub with drag entertainment throughout the week
R-Bar
A lively LGBTQ+ seafront bar with drag, karaoke, bingo, DJs and daily drinks offers.
New Steine Hotel
Gay-owned boutique hotel and French-inspired bistro in the heart of Kemptown
The Brighton Sauna
Friendly men’s sauna with extensive facilities in central Brighton
Amsterdam Hotel Brighton Seafront
LGBTQ+-friendly seafront hotel overlooking Brighton Palace Pier
The Boiler Room Sauna
Men’s sauna near Hove Station with spa facilities, cabins and themed nights
Prowler Brighton
LGBTQ+ lifestyle shop for underwear, fashion, Pride gifts and adult essentials
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Frequently asked questions
How are venues in Brighton rated?
Where available, each venue shows a combined rating drawn from WhereIs.Gay member reviews together with Google and Yelp. The individual sources are shown separately on each venue page.
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