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

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.

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VEGA Glasgow

YOTEL Glasgow Argyle Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 8QW

Prepare for take-off and land in VEGA, YOTEL Glasgow's larger than life bar, bowling alley, co-working lounge and interstellar private hire space!

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Phillies Of Shawlands

1179 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow South Side G41 3NH

Phillies Of Shawlands is an independent neighbourhood bar paying a real Living Wage and playing real vinyl records!

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Stravaigin

28 Gibson Street, Glasgow West End G12 8NX

Stravaigin has earned a reputation as one of the best restaurants and bars in Glasgow's west end!

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29 Glasgow

29 Royal Exchange Square, Glasgow City Centre G1 3AJ

Situated in the heart of the Glasgow, in the glittering surroundings of Royal Exchange Square, 29 Private Members Club is a haven in the bustling city centre.

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The Clockwork Bar and Restaurant

1153 - 1155 Cathcart Road, Glasgow South Side G42 9HB

We've completely refurbished the entire bar and can't wait to share our new concept with customers old and new. From our new pizza oven to our wall murals...

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Pavement

69 Hutcheson Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 1SH

Whether you are out for dinner, lunch, just a few drinks with friends or a cheeky wee cocktail you will be made welcome in Pavement!

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The Old Toll Bar

1-3 Paisley Road West, Glasgow South Side G51 1LF

In One of Glasgow's oldest pubs you will find a offering of classic cocktails, craft beers on rotation and a large range of gins, malt whiskies, rums,...

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Boteco Do Brasil Glasgow

62 Trongate, Glasgow City Centre G1 5EP

Scotland may be far away from Rio de Janeiro but at Boteco Do Brasil Glasgow you can get a taste of Brazil even on the rainy days!

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The Machair Bar

372 Great Western Road, Glasgow West End G4 9HT

The Machair Bar is a contemporary Scottish venue situated in Kelvinbridge. We offer a combination of traditional food and music with modern themes.

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Carlton George Glasgow

44 West George Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 1DH

Located right in the heart of Glasgow the Carlton George Hotel is the perfect city centre base!

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Oran Mor

Oran Mor Byres Road, Glasgow West End G12 8QX

Formerly Kelvinside Parish Church, Òran Mór, Gaelic for 'great melody of life' or 'big song', is a thriving arts & entertainment venue in the heart of Glasgow's West End!

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beGIN Glasgow

383 Byres Road, Glasgow West End G12 8AU

Experience beGIN, Glasgow’s premiere gin bar in the vibrant West End, featuring over 90 gins from around the world, including a large selection of Scottish gins.

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