Friendly Society

Bar
London, United Kingdom
Local Time 10:54 AM
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Updated April 5, 2025

Located in an alley just off London's Soho district, Friendly Society is a lively gay drinking spot amongst locals.

London,
United Kingdom

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Bar Details

This cozy basement bar in London is unique for its features which include barbie dolls hanging off the ceiling and classic movies that are projected on the walls. DJs play the best throwback pop hits which always go down well with patrons. Attracts mostly gay and bisexual crowds but it is a welcoming space where anyone can enjoy a drink and socialize. Crowd is usually 40+ and very friendly. If a laid-back atmosphere and nostalgic music are on your agenda, check out Friendly Society in London.

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79 Wardour Street
London, W1D 6QB
United Kingdom

Local number
20 7434 3805
Dialing from abroad
+44 20 7434 3805

Crowd

  • 18+
  • Bisexual
  • Gay
  • Hetero-friendly
  • Intersex
  • Lesbian
  • Queer
  • Transgender

Music

  • Dance
  • Disco
  • Jazz
  • Lounge
  • Pop
  • Top 40

Dates & Hours

Sunday
May 03
2 pm - 10:30 pm
 
Monday
May 04
4 pm - 11 pm
 
Tuesday
May 05
4 pm - 11 pm
 
Wednesday
May 06
4 pm - 11 pm
 
Thursday
May 07
4 pm - 11 pm
Today
Friday
May 08
4 pm - 11 pm
 
Saturday
May 09
2 pm - 11:30 pm
 

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