Very much a traditional gay venue, with a downstairs play space with a separate entrance, suited for those looking for something a bit more niche. In a much evolving area, surrounded now by redevelopment, it’s been able to cater to its new lunchtime audience, with a fantastic food and drinks menu and a busy terrace over summer, through to its LGBTQ+ programming, hosting everything from karaoke to fantastic drag shows. Spread over three floors, it has something for everyone.
Plus a brand new recently refurbished bar area plus more! Check their website for all the most up-to-date event information.Ĭentral Station has stood strong in its corner, serving the gay community near Kings Cross station for many years. Hosting a number of events along the more racey theme it’s one of The capital’s premier cruise clubs. If it’s dark corners and something a bit more raunchy Bunker Bar is the place for you. Known locally and internationally as an accepting, fun, and embracing venue, it has a myriad of entertainment options through the months, offering something for all, most nights of the week. This Soho stalwart attracts a party-orientated crowd to its one-room bar in the middle of Old Compton Street. The Admiral Duncan will always be a triumph of brash fun over basic flirting. The majority of The Apple Tree’s dishes are plant-based, with meat and dairy options carefully sourced from higher welfare suppliers. The kitchen team has created an eye-catching, mouth-watering menu made up of small plates, perfect for a light meal, or order several plates for a sharing feast. Their friendly bar team is on hand to mix you up some delicious, fresh cocktails with homemade infusions and cordials, inspired by the current season and includes vegan and no alcohol options. Independently owned and proud to be non-conformist, they offer a warm welcome to all and a home to the LGBTQ+ communities and to those living an alternative lifestyle. Watch it below.Quirky and colourful, The Apple Tree is not your run-of-the-mill pub. In DJ Mag’s new mini-doc, shots capturing the bittersweet celebration of Sink The Pink’s last hurrah appear alongside interviews with long-time performers and friends of the collective, Tete Bang, Joshua James and Raven Mandela, who share memories and reflections on its legacy. Sink The Pink has achieved more than we could ever have hoped for, so we feel it’s the right time to hang up our heels and make way for a new generation of queer London to shine through." We’ve helped form friendships, relationships and life long memories. "We’ve given space to the most progressive and beautiful humans that have been an integral part of the queer landscape of London. "We’ve proved that queerness holds enormous power and should be celebrated wherever possible," Fussell added. We’ve shown that our community can be seen and celebrated in mainstream spaces while staying true to what we believe in." After 13 incredible years, and a huge amount of wonderful memories, we've decided that this next party will be our final Sink The Pink event.
In a statement accompanying the announcement of their final party, Fussell said: "To everyone who has ever supported, loved and been part of Sink The Pink, we deliver this piece of news with very heavy hearts, but full of pride at what has been achieved. Over the years it has hosted events across drag, cabaret, dance music and more in sold-out venues including Brixton Academy. Founded by Amy Zing and Glyn Fussell in 2008, Sink The Pink began as a queer night at a tiny gay bar in Angel, The Green, before later moving to Bethnal Green Working Men’s Club. DJ Mag visited the Surrey Quays venue for the unforgettable “Farewell Ball”, and a new mini-documentary about the collective’s legacy and community is now available to watch below.Īfter 14 years, Sink The Pink hosted its final throwdown at the 6,000-capacity former printing plant on Friday, 15th April. Earlier this month, the UK's largest LGBTQ+ club night Sink The Pink hosted its last ever party at Printworks London.