Britain is one of the world’s most welcoming nations when it comes to LGBTQ+ visitors. From loud and proud Pride festivals to hundreds of queer pubs and gay-friendly hotels, explore the highlights with our guides to the best LGBTQ+ destinations and events. #LoveIsGREAT
Soak up the buzzing atmosphere of Soho – the original heartland of London’s gay community - or checkout Vauxhall’s legendary nightclub scene.
Considered by many to be the LGBTQ capital of the UK, Brighton is packed with possibilities, from outrageous drag nights to an annual Bear Festival.
Centred around the pedestrianised cobbles of Canal Street, Manchester’s gay village is one of the biggest and best-known in Britain.
Home to the biggest 2 day LGBTQ festival in the UK, Birmingham’s burgeoning gay scene is vibrant and multi-cultural.
The regenerated Merchant City district is one of the prettiest in the city and packed full of fantastic LGBTQ bars, venues and saunas.
Like the city itself, Cardiff’s LGBTQ scene is small, compact and welcoming.
Boasting the largest LGBTQ scene in Scotland, Edinburgh’s vibrant ‘Pink Triangle’ is the place to visit for low-key pubs, lively clubs, and delicious British grub.
Packed with bars, bistros, and late-night clubs, Newcastle boasts one of the most thriving LGBTQ scenes in Britain.
Home to stylish hotels, lively bars, and the largest free Pride in the UK, Bristol is a dream destination for LGBTQ travelers.
