

Glasgow University Union, BASE Bar
32 University Ave, Glasgow, G12 8LX -
Up to
100 guestsOffers
cateringInternal Catering
allowed
About Venue
Located in the heart of the West End, Glasgow University Union is a historic venue with impressive architecture and original features. It offers great flexibility, allowing it to be transformed into a stunning wedding venue or a professional corporate setting. Whether you're planning a large dinner event, conference, or wedding, we have extensive experience in hosting academic, corporate, and private functions.
Our venue has two spacious rooms capable of accommodating up to 200 guests for conferences, birthday parties, and evening receptions. Additionally, we offer three more intimate spaces, ensuring we have the perfect room for your event. Our bars are fully stocked with a wide selection of quality drinks, and our exceptional catering team prepares all dishes in-house. They are also adept at catering to specific requirements, whether you prefer canapés or a three-course meal.
BASE Bar is an intimate and quirky space, with a private bar alongside several booths and bench seats. This basement bar space is perfect for medium-sized gatherings and birthday parties. In this space, there is also a small stage area where we can provide you with our popular karaoke package. Recently, a photo booth has been added, perfect for capturing your event!
Capacity & Layout
Standing
up to 100
Pricing
& Opening Hours
Weekly schedule
monday
09:00 - 01:00
tuesday
09:00 - 01:00
wednesday
09:00 - 01:00
thursday
09:00 - 01:00
friday
09:00 - 01:00
saturday
09:00 - 01:00
sunday
09:00 - 01:00
Price type: Per day
from £235 per day
from £235 per day
from £235 per day
from £235 per day
from £235 per day
from £235 per day
from £235 per day
Food & Beverage
Catering arrangements
Catering facilities
Refreshments
Alcohol
Facilities & Amenities
Disabled access
Stage
Table / chairs included
Whiteboards
Public transport
Space Rules
Allowed events
Wedding ceremony licence
Licensed for alcohol
Cancellation policy
The deposit paid for a booking will be refunded if the event is cancelled within 28 days of booking confirmation. If you cancel within 7 days of the event start date, then the full room hire charge or deposit and 50% of the latest quote, plus any expenses incurred by GUU will be owed. If you do not show up for your event or cancel without informing GUU, the full invoiced amount will be owed.
Other rules
We do not host 16th or 18th birthday parties. Please note that we do not allow external catering at all.
Location
Reviews
- Audrey ChristieDecember 2024
Omg, what can I say.... Honestly had the best time ever, from start to finish , Rachel & Sarah were absolutely amazing they were so lovely & helpful with everything we wanted to happen. The venue...Omg absolutely unbelievable, absolutely brilliant we loved every part , Menu was top class, all our guests loved everything, Tom was absolutely fantastic as were all the staff , absolutely Perfect. Security at the door awe lovely & very professional 🥰Thank you Glasgow University Union for having us, lots of love & best wishes. Audrey & Colin ❤️xxx
- Linda GibsonMarch 2024
Had a fan get together here, brilliant staff, fab location just a great night
- Gary BamfordDecember 2022
Not had the opportunity to study here but been to a couple of conferences. Very friendly and down to earth people, great location in a great city with easy access to great countryside. And no, I'm not Scottish ;)
- Linda McIndoeOctober 2025
We celebrated our wedding reception here and it was truly wonderful. The staff are superb - really thank you again - nothing was of any trouble, the set-up, food, service and bar tending was immaculate. We highly recommend this venue for a special occasion!
- Alexander HartmannJune 2024
Very beautiful University. And worthwhile to visit its inner gardens and halls. It will remind you the Harry Potter world
- Maryam KhanOctober 2024
It was easy to locate via Google maps, event was properly organised. Best thing is we got reminded about the event via email. The organisers were polite too. Keep it up!
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