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

Sweeneys On The Park

962 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow South Side G41 2ET

Sweeney's On The Park is open 7 days a week and has a wide range of live music to accommodate all tastes 6 days a week plus our Sunday night quiz!

Bars and Pubs

Arta

62 Albion Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 1PA

Arta is Glasgow's answer to the Mediterranean situated in the heart of the Merchant City, home to our tapas restaurant, hacienda style main bar and club Canvas!

Bars and Pubs

Malones Glasgow

57-59 Sauchiehall Lane, Glasgow City Centre G2 4AB

Malones' is Glasgow's premier live music venue providing great live music, great home cooked food, great live sport and most of all great craic!

Bars and Pubs

Graces Irish Sports Bar

16 Candleriggs, Glasgow City Centre G1 1LD

Located in the heart of the Merchant City, Grace's put a contemporary twist on the classic Irish pub - with live music Friday to Sunday every week from some of the best Irish bands & singers around.

Bars and Pubs

Old School House

287 - 315 Woodlands Road, Glasgow West End G3 6NG

The former Woodside School is no longer the responsibility of the School Board of Glasgow, but as the former Old School House, it has kept a touch of the same flavour.

Bars and Pubs

Slug & Lettuce Glasgow

110 - 114 West George Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 1NF

At Slug & Lettuce Glasgow, every hour is happy hour – from weekday treats to Saturday night dancing, we’re the perfect spot for hot deals, bites & cocktails to die for!

Bars and Pubs

Merchant Square

71 Albion Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 5HD

All under one roof, Merchant Square is the perfect place for exploring some of Glasgow's top bars and restaurants without having to worry about the rain!

Bars and Pubs

Walkabout Glasgow

128 Renfield Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 3AL

Roo burgers, amber nectar, live sport, dance floor, outdoor space. It's all here waiting for you and your mates... Aussie style at Walkabout Glasgow!

Bars and Pubs

Berlinkys

396 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 3JD

Expect spectacular live shenanigans every night of the week including comedy, live music and more at Berlinkys Glasgow!

Bars and Pubs

Bacchus Glasgow

80 Glassford Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 1UR

Situated in the heart of Glasgow's Mechant City, Bacchus is the perfect meeting place for fine food and drink and regular first class live entertainment!

Bars and Pubs

McNeills Bar

Torrisdale Street, Glasgow South Side G42 8PH

Located in the busy south side area of Govanhill, Mcneill's occupies a prominent street position just off the busy Victoria Road. Mcneill's offers a warm...

Bars and Pubs