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The Nightingale Club

GayOut (30) 4.1
Google (337) 3.4
Tripadvisor (54) 2.5
What reviewers say

Some visitors praise the friendly and helpful staff, with specific mentions of individuals making their nights special. However, a significant number of reviews express serious concerns about bouncers and security, citing racist, discriminatory, and aggressive behavior, leading to feelings of unsafety and a refusal of entry for some.

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Address
Thorp Street, Birmingham B5 4AT
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Website
nightingale-club.co.uk
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Price Range
$$
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About this place The Nightingale Club

The Nightingale opened in 1979 and has been the anchor of Birmingham's gay scene for 45 years — one of the longest continuously operating gay venues in the UK by any measure. The club occupies a purpose-built building on Thorp Street (adjacent to the Hurst Street gay village) with four floors and a capacity of approximately 1,100. Four floors means four distinct environments: the main floor runs pop and commercial dance; the cabaret lounge hosts drag and live entertainment; the upper floors cater to different subgroups within the gay community. The Nightingale's longevity is a result of consistent programming quality and an ability to adapt across five decades of change in LGBTQ+ culture. Birmingham Pride in late May fills the club to capacity and extends the party across the entire Hurst Street area. The Nightingale's weekly programming covers every night of the week, making it the most reliably accessible large gay club in the Midlands. Student discount available; the Birmingham university population is a significant part of the regular crowd.

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Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 21:00-03:00
Wednesday 21:00-03:00
Thursday 21:00-03:00
Friday 22:00-04:00
Saturday 22:00-04:00
Sunday 21:00-03:00

Features

Gay Drag shows Live music Dancing Area Party Club After hours (after 4am) Walk-ins welcome

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337 reviews

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Sukhjodh singh Tung
Sukhjodh singh Tung Jun 2026
Michael Loughrey
Michael Loughrey May 2026

Really excited about coming here and it didnt disapoint! Fantastic atmosphere, music and the people... WOW... such flamboyance. 100% will be coming again... See you there ;)

Paul Harrison
Paul Harrison May 2026
Emperor
Emperor May 2026

More life in the Extinct... DODO! 🦤

Anna K
Anna K May 2026

Brilliant dancers and performances here. Staff have always been mostly friendly. My only issue at the moment would be how aggressively social distancing measures are enforced. Surely, people in the same house or social bubble should be able to stand up at the table? IG-bonniejew_ big boo Boulet

K Hinson
K Hinson May 2026
C.F.C STUDIO
C.F.C STUDIO May 2026

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Last updated on 3 August 2026

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