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

Music

Tribute To Ludovico Einaudi

22nd August 2025

Glasgow University Union, Glasgow West End

Join the Mystery Ensemble for an evening at Glasgow University Union featuring the music of the world-famous Italian neoclassical composer Ludovico Einaudi!

Bars and Pubs

The Poetry Club

100 Eastvale Place, Glasgow West End G3

The Poetry Club situated in Glasgow's West End is a hub for art, music, performance, spoken word and billows of smoke!

Bars and Pubs

Koelschip Yard

686 - 688 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow South Side G41 2QB

Beer bar. Glasgow's Southside. 14 Keg and 3 Cask lines. A huge selection of bottles and cans. Nae cash. Dugs encouraged.

Bars and Pubs

The Aragon Bar

The Aragon Bar Byres Road, Glasgow West End G12 8TT

The Aragon Bar on Byres Road, Glasgow is a traditional Scottish Bar offering the best in Scottish Hospitality!

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

Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel & Spa

11 Blythswood Square, Glasgow City Centre G2 4AD

Blythswood Square is an award winning five star hotel in Glasgow's city centre housing 100 stunning guest rooms and an amazing spa, restaurant & bars!

Bars and Pubs

LIQR Glasgow

45 - 47 Bell Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 1NX

In the heart of Glasgow's Merchant City, LiQR is setting the standard for outstanding food, a wide range of drinks, live music and entertainment, and an overall memorable experience.

Bars and Pubs

Todds Bar

11 Weaver Street, Glasgow City Centre G4 0RD

Todd's Bar is a friendly bar at the heart of the Strathclyde Uni student village.

Bars and Pubs

The Drugstore Social

67 Old Dumbarton Road, Glasgow West End G3 8RF

Having only opened their doors in October 2016, The Drugstore Social's message is not easily missed: to celebrate the importance of health and happiness.

Bars and Pubs

Hillhead Bookclub

17 Vinicombe Street, Glasgow West End G12 8SJ

A venue where left and right handers can exist in harmony without fear of persecution. A licensed land of milk & honey where the ping-pong is plentiful...

Bars and Pubs