The Village Inn

I had a very disappointing experience at The Village in Birmingham. Despite having a valid membership card, the security staff repeatedly refused me entry without giving any clear reason. They didn’t even properly check my membership card or ID before denying access, which feels unfair and unprofessional. As a paying member, I expect to be treated with respect and given a valid explanation if entry is refused. This kind of behavior from security staff is unacceptable and reflects poorly on the management. I hope they improve their staff training and treat members more fairly in the future.I feel very disrespectful because of it and I just want to advise everyone that avoid this club.

Please bare in mind that my review is in reflection to my visit during Birmingham Pride 2026. The atmosphere was completely dead due to the fact that the entrance to this venue was not signposted well and most importantly that there was no live entertainment until past midnight. The venue itself is beautifully designed, well cooled with aircon and has fantastic bathroom facilities and wifi. The venue is too loud to competently order drinks. The bar staff seem disinterested at times, probably due to lack of patrons? They did however serve affordable and refreshing drinks. I can understand from other people's reviews about how the venue has no character anymore and attracts people out to cause trouble. My partner and I saw this reflected in the overly drunk people in the venue at 6pm throwing themselves around on the dancefloor and giving people funny looks that tried to get past. Dare I say they were the mean gays / drama queens type.

The environment here has become incredibly dangerous and is no longer a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community. There is a constant threat of violence, and security is failing to prevent people from smuggling in concealed weapons and drugs. The atmosphere is hostile and volatile; I strongly advise staying away until management or the authorities address these serious risks.

It would be nothing without lead barman Chris on Saturday nights,, with him 100% the best gay bar in Brum, push the twinks aside and enjoy great music, great drinks, and a great night

The customers here aren't out for a good night or to have fun clubbing. Most of them seem to come just looking for trouble and starting fights over the smallest things. The whole place gets way too packed which makes everything feel tense and then you’ve got people randomly throwing drinks at each other.The bar staff are proper rude and don’t seem to care at all. On top of that you’ll find drug stuff being used openly in the toilets which just makes the whole vibe feel grim and unsafe.If you want a decent night out, give this one a miss. It’s not worth the hassle or the risk of getting caught up in the aggro. Wouldn’t go back ever.