Strathclyde University Union

The new Strath Union replaces the much-loved John Street location, which closed in August 2021 prompting an outpouring of love across social media from past students and fans.

About Strathclyde University Union

	51 Richmond Street, Glasgow City Centre G1 1XU
	01415675000
	Strathclyde University Union Website
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Listed Under Eating and Drinking - Bars and Pubs / Eating and Drinking - Cafes and Coffee Shops / Eating and Drinking - Nightclubs

The new, repurposed building, formerly the Colville Building, is ready to welcome students and provides a more accessible, student-friendly experience with brand new facilities. The innovative design brings the outside in, enabling students to socialise among trees and plants whatever the weather. Inside their Union, students can enjoy a pint and pizza on picnic tables laid across AstroTurf, oblivious to the wind and rain outdoors.

Students’ home away from home on campus, Strath Union boasts a food, drink and entertainment offering that far exceeds the traditional student union. Expect to see bao buns, flatbreads and noodle dishes as standard, as well as classics like pizza, fish and chips and burgers. Beer fans can sample a host of Scottish favourites from Tennent’s, Innis & Gunn and Drygate. The building is bursting with entertainment including pool, smart darts, Bluetooth headphone powered movie nights, live football and a programme of music in the works that will continue Strath Union’s tradition of booking huge names like Elton John, Calvin Harris and Frightened Rabbit.

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Upcoming Events at Strathclyde University Union

Nights Out

Buckle Up! Hoedown

3rd December 2025

Strathclyde University Union, Glasgow City Centre

Buckle up those boots & come to the ultimate hoe-down night, start with a shot and join us for line dancing lesson, games, prizes and much more!

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