Candy Bar, Grade II listed gay bar in City of Westminster, United Kingdom.
Candy Bar is a gay bar in a Grade II listed building in City of Westminster, providing a space for entertainment and social gatherings. The building preserves protected architectural elements while combining them with modern interior design that creates distinct areas for socializing and entertainment.
The establishment opened in 1996 and quickly became a meeting point for the LGBTQ+ community in London. It has remained a center of community activity through changing times and social circumstances.
The venue has long served as a gathering place for London's LGBTQ+ community and continues to host drag performances and dance events today. Visitors appreciate it as a space where they can be themselves and connect with others.
The venue opens in the evening and is easily accessible by public transport thanks to its central location in the city. Visitors should expect larger crowds on weekend nights.
The building itself holds Grade II listed status, meaning its historic architecture is protected while the interiors have been updated with modern design. This makes it unusual in how it bridges both heritage and contemporary spaces.
Location: London
Location: City of Westminster
Inception: 1996
GPS coordinates: 51.51483,-0.13354
Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:58
Trident Studios
54 m
Soho Theatre
70 m
French Protestant Church of London
99 m
Central Timber Framed Arbour/Tool Shed
103 m
152-160, Wardour Street W1
102 m
The Nellie Dean Public House
5 m
130 And 132, Wardour Street
87 m
36, Soho Square W1
47 m
79, Dean Street W1
80 m
8, Dean Street W1
45 m
37, Soho Square W1
42 m
64, Frith Street W1
99 m
27, St Anne's Court W1
23 m
88, Dean Street
10 m
38 And 38A, Soho Square W1
50 m
17, Carlisle Street W1
24 m
28, St Anne's Court W1
21 m
63, Frith Street W1
103 m
78, Dean Street W1
87 m
77, Dean Street W1
96 m
19, Carlisle Street W1
42 m
2, Soho Square W1
58 m
4, 5 And 6, Soho Square W1
69 m
90, Dean Street W1
20 m
5, Carlisle Street W1
7 m
86, Dean Street W1
22 m
3, Soho Square W1
62 m
6, Carlisle Street W1
13 mVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes