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
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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

Nights Out

So What If It’s The End

22nd November 2025

Glasgow University Union, Glasgow West End

A literary night dedicated to endings. Come along to experience live stories, poems, film, music and art about endings. It's true that endings can be sad, but they can also be euphoric.

Bars and Pubs

Box Glasgow

431 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 3LG

Opening its doors in late 2006, Box has been the home of live music in Glasgow ever since. Boasting live music 7 nights a week, free entry, and a 3am curfew, you are guaranteed to be entertained!

Bars and Pubs

Revolution de Cuba Glasgow

36 Renfield Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 1LU

Discover Havana in the heart of the city. Our authentic Cuban cocktail bar and restaurant awaits, with feasts and fiesta straight from the tropics!

Bars and Pubs

The Avenue

177 Kirkintilloch Road, Bishopbriggs G64 2LS

The Avenue opened in 2013 with the intention of bringing a city centre bar to 'The Village' at Bishopbriggs Cross!

Bars and Pubs

Inn Deep

445 Great Western Road, Glasgow West End G12 8HH

Inn Deep is a craft beer pub in historic railway arches overlooking the river Kelvin. It's super dog-friendly, has indoor and outdoor seating, and serves great pizza.

Bars and Pubs

Manuka Glasgow

158 Bath Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 4TB

Each of Manuka Glasgow's spaces has its own unique identity and was designed to evoke a particular feeling of elation all of its own.

Bars and Pubs

Jaw Brew

26 Crossveggate, Milngavie G62 6RA

Jaw Brew is the premium quality, award winning, craft beer pub & brewery based in Milngavie, producing superb beers that are brewed by hand in small batches.

Bars and Pubs

The Iron Horse Bar

115 West Nile Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 2SB

The Iron Horse is one of Glasgow's oldest and well-loved pubs, Glaswegians have been eating and drinking here since 1872!

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

Bar Bloc

117 Bath Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 2SW

Bloc is a forward thinking, independent live music bar & venue in the centre of Glasgow, offering excellent bands and DJs 7 nights a week, completely free of charge.

Bars and Pubs

The Dog House

The Dog House Balloch Road, Balloch G83 8LE

If you're looking for a place to relax and enjoy some great company with delicious drinks then join us at The Dog House!

Bars and Pubs

All Bar One Glasgow

56 - 72 St Vincent Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 5TS

All Bar One Glasgow is a stylish city bar where you can catch up with friends, unwind after work, or simply indulge in sophisticated space and surroundings!

Bars and Pubs