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

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!

Bars and Pubs

The Commodore Inn

112 - 117 West Clyde Street, Helensburgh G84 8ES

Helensburgh's Commodore Inn is a country pub oozing rural charm and rustic character!

Bars and Pubs

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,...

Bars and Pubs

The Allison Arms

720 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow South Side G41 2AD

Originally established in 1885 as 'The Allison Arms' we have maintained a long and happy tradition as a community local, cosy, welcoming and friendly pub!

Bars and Pubs

The Amethyst

1209 Govan Road, Glasgow South Side G51 4PW

The Amethyst has been refurbished and transformed into a stylish bar serving quality food and drinks seven days a week.

Bars and Pubs

Kilmurry & Co

20 Kilmarnock Road, Glasgow South Side G43 1TY

Adding to Shawlands portfolio of impressive eateries, Kilmurry & Co are here to bring the ultimate brunch to bistro spot to the people of Glasgow's Southside!

Bars and Pubs

Delmonicas

68 Virginia Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 1TX

Delmonicas first opened it’s doors way back in 1991. We stepped out of that closet door with more glitter and campness than Judy Garland walking down the yellow brick road!

Bars and Pubs

The Ark

46 North Frederick Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 2BS

Glasgow's best bar with variety of craft and cocktails & the biggest beer garden in Glasgow City Centre!

Bars and Pubs

Moskito Glasgow

196 - 200 Bath Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 4HG

Whatever you desire... long lunch, drinks afterwork, dinner, dancing, all night long... everything can be enjoyed under one roof at Moskito Glasgow!

Bars and Pubs

Maggies Rock n Rodeo

60 Trongate, Glasgow City Centre G1 5EP

Saddle up for the best night out this side of Nashville as Maggie's Rock 'n' Rodeo rides into town complete with its own Bull Pit, bull and Hoedown party space in the basement!

Bars and Pubs