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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.
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WhereIs.Gay lists 24 LGBTQ+ venues in Brighton, spanning bar, hotel, club, sauna and shop. Each listing shows opening hours, location and a combined rating drawn from WhereIs.Gay, Google and Yelp where available.
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Madam Lola's
Immersive cabaret, drag and late-night glamour beneath Kemptown’s copper dome
The Brighton Birdcage
Welcoming LGBTQ+ boutique for drag, trans and cross-dressing clothing, wigs and accessories
The Kemptown Klub
Intimate LGBTQ+ members’ bar with handcrafted cocktails and a warm Kemptown welcome
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
Legends Hotel
Seafront hotel, bar and late-night club in the heart of Brighton’s LGBTQ+ scene
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
Club Revenge
Brighton’s best-known LGBTQ+ nightclub, with multiple dance floors, drag, DJs and a rooftop terrace overlooking the seafront.
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
What types of gay venues are listed in Brighton?
WhereIs.Gay lists 24 LGBTQ+ venues in Brighton, including bar (16), hotel (3), club (2), sauna (2), shop (2). You can filter the full list by category above.
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.
Are Google and Yelp reviews included?
Yes. Where a venue is matched to a Google or Yelp listing, those ratings and selected review excerpts are shown on the venue page alongside WhereIs.Gay reviews.
Can I suggest an update to a venue in Brighton?
Yes. Open the venue's page and use "Suggest an edit" to send a correction. Updates are reviewed before they are published.
Can I add a missing LGBTQ+ venue in Brighton?
Yes. You can submit a new venue. Submissions are reviewed before they appear in the directory.
How often is venue information updated?
Venue details and external ratings are refreshed periodically, and community edits and new submissions are reviewed on an ongoing basis.