Been here? Rate today and help out the community. Not sure what the ratings are about? Find out more.
Updated April 5, 2025

If you are after a more discreet cruising destination in Birmingham, look no further than Spartan.

Birmingham,
United Kingdom

Equality ranking

Learn more at
Equaldex.com
World rank 28 of 196 countries

Explore the progress of LGBTQ+ rights across the world all in an easy to read charts, graphs, and tables. From public sentiment to protections find it all here so you know when holding hands gets you a look or a sentence.

Visit Equaldex

Spartan - Gay Sauna Birmingham Details

Spartan is the only gay sauna Birmingham has currently. Spartan is Birmingham's longest-serving gay and bisexual men's sauna, established in 1982. Located in a charming converted terraced house, this cozy, clean, and well-maintained venue has been a cornerstone of the LGBTQ+ community for decades. Spartan is located about five-minute drive from Spaghetti Junction and a ten-minute drive from the Birmingham City Centre. Spartan gay sauna has easy parking on George Road or the nearby side roads. Selling itself as a "Health Club", Spartan has everything you need though to feel your best!

Managed by the ever-friendly and knowledgeable staff, Spartan offers a secure and welcoming environment for all its guests. Your experience begins at the inconspicuous security door, ensuring privacy from the moment you arrive. The sauna is committed to the well-being of its patrons, offering free condoms and lube on-site, ensuring your safety and comfort are prioritized.

Spartan Facilities:

Ground Floor Essentials: Upon entry, you'll find everything you need for a relaxing visit. The ground floor boasts two showers, perfect for refreshing before or after your sauna session.

Sauna Cabin: The eight-seat sauna cabin is the heart of Spartan Health Club, offering a warm and inviting space to unwind and socialize.

Steam Room: With the same capacity as the sauna, the steam room provides an alternative relaxation option, enveloping you in soothing steam.

Changing Room: The changing room is equipped with all the essentials, including a hairdryer, mirror, and deodorant, ensuring you leave looking as refreshed as you feel.

Basement: There's another large-screen TV and two additional relaxing cabins if you like a little underground fun.

Spartan may be smaller than some of its competitors but it has all the essentials for a relaxing time. Spartan gay sauna Birmingham reviews say it is clean, has a friendly atmosphere, and is a great place to unwind after a day of working!

Popular Birmingham Gay Bars

Equator Bar is one of the popular gay bars in Birmingham. Located in Birmingham's Gay Village, Equator Bar welcomes people from all walks of life. The atmosphere is warm (with great drink prices) and conversations flow in tandem with the stiff cocktails. The Loft is another popular gay bar located in the heart of the Gay Village to have some drinking fun. The Loft is also perfectly situated for an evening of bar-hopping in Birmingham to some of the other bars. The Wellington Hotel & Pub in Birmingham offers a traditional pub experience with comfort food, beers, wines, and delicious spirits. They feature weekly events including karaoke and drag shows, plus a lively group of patrons and a friendly atmosphere.

Check out more than just the hottest gay bars on our Birmingham city page!

Advertisement

127 George Road
Birmingham, B23 7SH
United Kingdom

Local number
121 382 3345
Dialing from abroad
+44 121 382 3345


Crowd

  • 18+
  • Bisexual
  • Cruising
  • Gay
  • Muscle
  • Naked

Music

  • Pop
  • Top 40

Dates & Hours

Sunday
November 16
12 pm - 8:30 pm
 
Monday
November 17
11 am - 10 pm
 
Tuesday
November 18
11 am - 10 pm
 
Wednesday
November 19
11 am - 10 pm
Today
Thursday
November 20
11 am - 10 pm
 
Friday
November 21
11 am - 10 pm
 
Saturday
November 22
11 am - 6:30 pm
 

Know a place or event for the index?

What's it like being LGBTQ+ in Birmingham?

Do you see incorrect information?
Tell us

You're up! Rate now

Give our rating meter a slide to speak your mind.

As hot as it gets.
Don't miss out.
Toasty warm and well
worth the visit.
Heating up, with
room for improvement.
Starting to
cool off.
Any one else getting
seriously chilly?
Completely leaves
us cold.

Join our list and get more!

We'll send you upcoming events, free city guides, offers from partners, first access to new features and more.

Sign up now
A lesbian, gay, queer, and transgender crowd at a gay club dancing the night way after finding the club on Rainbow Index

Add your passion to this project!

Did you know that Rainbow Index is a passion project fueled by volunteer time and personal funds?

We love what we do and are currently spending lots of time talking to people like you, to continue creating LGBTQ+ travel solutions while having an absolute blast together.

You can be part of the fun by booking an online chat with a Rainbow Index team member about your travel and entertainment needs. You could even join our super user group and try new features ahead of the pack with other (opinionated) community members!

Book time
A lesbian, gay, queer, and transgender crowd at a gay club dancing the night way after finding the club on Rainbow Index