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  • WIN: Tickets To See The Importance Of Being Earnest – London

    WIN: Tickets To See The Importance Of Being Earnest – London

    Win tickets to see ★★★★★ ‘Louche, reckless and sexy as hell’* The Importance of Being Earnest in the West End

    A fresh new take, Michael Fentiman’s ‘sexy, dark-hued’ adaptation breathes new life into one of the most celebrated comedies of all time, bringing Classic Spring’s year-long Oscar Wilde season to ‘an enthralling, er, climax’ (WhatsOnStage).

    Two hours of comic bliss, ‘sexual chemistry flares’ (Evening Standard) in this hilarious and bawdy production. Come to the Vaudeville Theatre for a ‘Wilde night at Oscar’s’ that oozes ‘simmering sexuality’ (Daily Express).

    Running until 20 October, don’t miss this ‘brilliantly funny’ (Times), ‘magnificent’ revival (Sunday Times).

    ★★★★ The Times, Sunday Times, Daily Express, Evening Standard

    LAST CHANCE TO BOOK! Visit ClassicSpring.co.uk to book your tickets now – from £19.50.

    To enter the competition simply answer the following question.

    Terms and Conditions: Two winners will receive a pair of tickets to see The Importance of Being Earnest at the Vaudeville Theatre on 9 October 2018 at 7.30pm. No cash alternative available. Travel and accommodation not included. *WhatsOnStage quote.

  • COMPETITION: Win A Box Of When In Rome Falanghina White Wine

    COMPETITION: Win A Box Of When In Rome Falanghina White Wine

    When in Rome, the premium bag in a box wine company, will this month officially launch its fundraising campaign with leading LGBT+ youth charity, Just Like Us, in support of its work empowering young LGBT+ people to promote equality in education and the workplace across the UK. Even more exciting is that THEGAYUK has five boxes to give away.

    To be in with a chance to win one of these wine boxes simply answer the question below. Winning entries will be drawn on 17th July 2018. You must be over 18 years to enter.

    When in Rome will donate the profits from every box of Falanghina white wine sold in Waitrose stores and online between June and the end of August 2018 to Just Like Us to assist in the charity’s mission to enable teachers and pupils across the country to tackle homophobic, biphobic and transphobic bullying by organising activities that celebrate LGBT+ equality in education. 

    When in Rome Co-founder, Rob Malin says of the partnership: “Just Like Us is doing great things for young people who can find it tough navigating through a subject that still has stigma attached to it. We just want to show our support and help raise a bit of money for a great cause” 

    Those opting to buy a box of Falanghina this summer will get a crowd-pleasing wine perfectly suited to the summer months and do their bit for a great cause. Typically, restaurants around the bay of Naples, and as far away as Rome, serve Falanghina as their house white. Fruity and refreshing, it is coastal Southern Italy in a glass. With a hint of minerality, it goes down a treat with seafood, fish and chips or a weighty bowl of pasta and ragu. 

    To celebrate the partnership, When in Rome will be hosting tastings in selected local Waitrose stores during selected Pride weekends, such as Brighton and Edinburgh. 

     

    This competition has now ended.

     

    Terms & Conditions Of Entry

    • Entrants must be over the age of 18 years – subject to proof of date of birth.
    • Winners will be drawn and notified on the 17th July 2018.
    • If prizes are not claimed within 7 days of notification they will become disqualified and a new winner will be drawn.
    • Prize includes one box of Falanghina wine and cannot be exchanged for cash or other prizes.
    • Entry requires the addition to our standard “The Update” newsletter. To see the GDPR statement and privacy policy click here.
    • Prizes will be posted out by the company directly and THEGAYUK cannot be held responsible for lost prizes.
    • Our standard Terms of Service and Privacy Policy stand.

    Boxes of Falanghina are available from over 230 Waitrose stores across the country, including the John Lewis Foodhalls on Oxford Street and in Bluewater. The boxes can also be purchased online at waitrose.com. Find out more about the partnership here: www.wheninromewine.co.uk 

  • PROBLEM AUNTY | My bf’s dad was feeling me up last Christmas

    The B*tchiest Agony Aunt is back… and ready to help with your Christmasy issues.

    *She doesn’t really care

    Dear Aunty,

    Since writing to you last Christmas for advice, about meeting my boyfriend’s parents for the first time, I find myself in an even more desperate situation and in need of your help again.

    Last December 25th I was sat around my boyfriend’s parents’ table about to start our turkey dinner when, what I thought was my bf’s hand stroking my inner thigh, turned out to be his dad’s hand.

    Last December 25th I was sat around my boyfriend’s parents’ table about to start our turkey dinner when, what I thought was my bf’s hand stroking my inner thigh, turned out to be his dad’s hand. I was startled and didn’t know what to do, so I picked up my phone pretending I had a call and made an excuse to leave straight away. I didn’t say anything to my boyfriend as I didn’t want to upset him. This year we’ve been invited back again… Should I tell my boyfriend about what happened last year, or should I make excuses and avoid going?

    Thanks, Gary – Hull

    Dearest Gary,

    I’m sorry to hear you have a “problem”. Now, I say “problem” like this as I’m actually struggling to find what the “problem” is with having someone show you some unexpected attention. I’ve always found it a compliment. When I was a young glamorous star, at an Old Victorian Theatre, I always found XXXXXX XXXXX would often make me feel XXXXXX XXXXXX whilst sucking on a XXXX and his lemon sherbets.

    Of course, I was glad, as it was a great opportunity to meet the others who’d come over from Hollywood that night. There was  XXXXXXX, XXXX, XXXXXXX, oh and XXXXX. What a night that was. There was XXXXXX everywhere!

    So, what am I trying to say? As a young chap, you should be grabbing all experiences in life. Sit, eat be merry and let the games commence. After all, no-one plays Scrabble anymore. It’s all Happy Families and you never know, your boyfriend may well be a seasoned game player and just trying to bring you into the festivities. Cheers, you lucky thing.

    XXXX = (Edited for legal reasons)

    Aunts

    Aunty is an unlicensed, unqualified, drunken lush, who wants to hear from you, and you shouldn’t take any of her advice… Ever. 

  • COMPETITION | Win Tickets To See Simon Callow In De Profundis

    COMPETITION | Win Tickets To See Simon Callow In De Profundis

    WIN tickets to see Simon Callow in De Profundis at the Vaudeville Theatre as part of The Oscar Wilde Season

    From 3 to 6 January 2018

    H.M. Prison, Reading

    Dear Bosie, After long and fruitless waiting I have determined to write to you myself, as much for your sake as for mine, as I would not like to think that I had passed through two long years of imprisonment without ever having received a single line from you, or any news or message even, except such as gave me pain.

    Wilde’s letter to Lord Alfred Douglas relates Wilde and Bosie’s relationship and extravagant lifestyle which eventually led to Wilde’s conviction and imprisonment for gross indecency, his words and wisdom sing from the page of this letter written from his prison cell.

    Performed on stage by Simon Callow, whose many one-man shows include The Mystery of Charles Dickens, Being Shakespeare and, most recently, The Man Jesus. Simon has also written many biographies, including Oscar Wilde.

    De Profundis is adapted for the stage by award-winning Frank McGuinness (The Factory Girls, Someone Who’ll Watch Over Me), acclaimed Irish playwright, poet and translator and directed by Mark Rosenblatt (Bread and Butter, Henry VIII).

    De Profundis will be playing at the Vaudeville Theatre on the Strand from 3 to 6 January 2018. To book your tickets from just £10, call 0330 333 4814 or click here

    To Enter Simply Fill Out The Form Below

    Running time: 1 hour 20 minutes, with no interval.
    Terms and Conditions:
    – One winner will receive a pair of tickets. Drawn on the 31st December.
    – Valid for all performances 3-6 January 2018, subject to availability.
    – Travel and accommodation not included.
    – Prize tickets can’t be exchanged for money or other gifts.
    – Failure to collect prize by the 2nd January will result in a new winner being drawn.
    – By entering you agree to the Terms & Conditions of the competition.
  • Where are the LGBT stars of Big Brother now?

    Where are the LGBT stars of Big Brother now?

    As Big Brother ends and a new Celebrity bunch start their journey in the famous house, we take a look back at those gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans contestants to see where they all are now.

    Anna Nolan – Series


    We all remember the ex-Nun lesbian from series one. She went on to become a TV presenter, including The Great Irish Bake Off, and is now Head of Development for COCO Television as well as an opinion columnist for The Herald.

    Brian Dowling – Series 2

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    After winning the second series Brian Dowling returned to be crowned the Ultimate Big Brother contestant in 2010. Since, he has been the face of various UK shows- most recently holding the mic on Big Brother himself. Now presenter of Sitting On A Fortune in Ireland.

     Joshua Rafter – Series 2

    Since his five minutes of fame on Big Brother 2 he has been found in next to nothing for various modelling shoots, does his bit for a number of LGBT charities and worked with the NHS on a campaign promoting safe sex. Now he is the managing director of a property company.

    Adele Roberts – Series 3

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    Adele has continued with the DJ work she was doing when entering the house in series 3. She DJs at festivals, nightclubs and celebrity parties and has just been announced the new host of BBC Radio 1’s early morning show.

    Nadia Almada – Series 5

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    She cashed in on her success from winning series 5 with various reality shows such as Come Dine With Me and even had a single out A Little Bit Of Action which amazingly reached number 27 in the UK charts. Her popularity altered after appearing in 2010’s Ultimate Big Brother where she came across as a bully. She has stated that the show made her consider suicide.

    Daniel Charles Stuart Bryan – Series 5

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    Dived back out of the spotlight (which is probably why I personally couldn’t remember him!) to continue his career as a hair stylist.

    Kathryn Pinder (Kitten) – Series 5

    Famous for portraying the ‘rule breaker’ by getting kicked out of series 5 within the opening week. After leaving the house this persona continued when she attended court for parking fines. She is now living in Australia and active in her local politics. So far she hasn’t been kicked out of Perth too, so that’s something.

    Marco Jaye Sabba – Series 5

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    Famous in the house for being an annoying whimpering character he hasn’t done much in the spotlight since leaving. He had a part in Little By Little a Broadway production back in 2004 and has been part of Big Brother Panto.

    Craig Coates – Series 6

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    Known as the ‘bunny boiler’ of series 6 towards the winner Anthony Hutton, he allegedly made a, shall we shall personal, web cam show – maybe he was still thinking of Anthony…

    Kemal Shahin, now Zulekya – Series 6

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    After leaving series 6 he famously had a 6 month relationship with fellow housemate Kinga Karolczak before having gender reassignment surgery to emerge as Zulekya. With her new female confidence she has released a single Through With Love.

    Richard Newman – Series 7

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    After having a great friendship in the house with Lea Walker, he has worked with her closely after leaving the show – including The Dick & Dolly Show a segment they developed through his own radio spot on Gaydar Radio. He is now a freelance writer for various gay interest magazines.

    Shahbaz Chaudhry – Series 7

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    Not much can be said for Shahbaz – he has left the spotlight with a shah-bang. He allegedly suffered nightmares after his appearance on series 7 and tried to sue the shows creators at Endemol.

    Tracey Anne Barnard – Series 8

    The “Ave It,” contestant of series 8 has stepped out of the spotlight since her time on the show. She didn’t want to enter the celebrity circuit.

    Seán O’Kane – Series 8

    After having a child with a lesbian couple he has appeared on various parenting and discussion TV shows to talk about his role as a father. He was awarded the Outstanding Passionate Heart award at the People’s Heart Awards 2013.

    Charlie Drummond – Series 10

    Famous for being part of BB’s first gay couple with fellow housemate Rodrigo Lopes he has recently been sentenced to 21 months in prison after attacking a man. Perhaps his time within the solitary Big Brother walls will help him out.

    Lisa Wallace – Series 10

    She did a Britney in the house and shaved her head, and has since resided back to her life without a trace. Not even a hair on her head has been seen.

    Rodrigo Lopes now Rebekah Shelton – Series 10

    After finding the strength to be herself as Rebekah it all went downhill for her. She allegedly couldn’t find any work as her new self. In 2014 she slipped into a coma after being diagnosed with a brain tumour. She is out of hospital now and on the mend.

    Mario Mugan – Series 11

    He was naked in the house, a lot. Since he has managed to keep his clothes on but that’s about all he’s managed to do. He created a show called Almost: Six Lives, Six Stories and Six Destinies but it never made its debut on screen.

    Thomas O’Connell – Series 12

    Since leaving series 12 he has gone back to his work in PR.

    Luke Anderson – Series 13

    He returned to work in the restaurant he used to work in. In 2012 he told Closer magazine that he was expecting a baby with his wife.

    Scott Mason – Series 13

    He had a troubling time in series 13 after leaving briefly due to the death of his sister. Since he has kept to himself mainly with the odd appearance in Gay Times Magazine and New Magazine.

    Dan Neal – Series 14

    Dan Neal met his husband to be Rylan Clark during his time on Big Brother in 2013. They got married in 2015

    Christopher Hall – Series 15

    Mark and Christopher.
    Mark and Christopher.

    Emerging from BB 2014 as one of the most likeable housemates he has kept to himself so far apart from the odd interview in Attitude. It is early days though so I’m sure we’ll see more of him in the future.

    Mark Byron – Series 15

    Since being a contestant on last year’s run he has won the award of Most Stylish Scouser from Juice FM Style Awards.

    Chris R Wright – Series 15

    Actor Chris, opens up about the idea of sexuality in conversations with fellow housemates. He said, ‘I don’t like the term straight, we‘re all kind of melding now.’ He observes that people between 18-25 aren’t as bothered by sexual labels.

    Simon Gross – Series 16

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    Simon Gross looks to be a controversial character in this year’s Big Brother. A few people have taken to Twitter with the hashtag #AbusedBySimonGross to discuss their upset at him appearing in the new series.

    He also wants to be the first male Margaret Thatcher.

    In Winter 2015 he went on to release a Christmas single called Showbiz Christmas…

    Adjoa Mensah – Series 16

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    CREDIT: Channel 5

    Adjoa didn’t last long in the house but her cool and calm personality won her a legion of fans – she quietly but confidently came out as gay showing that you don’t always need to explode out of the closet, although the news did shock some of the housemates.

    Aaron Frew – Series 16

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    Aaron Frew

    Aaron Frew twerked himself into stardom – especially amongst the gay community. He wasn’t afraid to talk sex and twerk, or twerk and talk about sex. It was a good combo. He now works as a model and getting naked on social media.

     

    Andy West – Series 17

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    In 2015, Andy gained public attention when he made a YouTube video and tweeted about being “ashamed to work for the BBC” for nominating “homophobic and misogynistic” Tyson Fury for Sports Personality of the Year award.

    Hughie Maughan – Series 17

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    Irishman Hughies bisexual and recently came out to some of his immediate family

     

    Ryan Ruckledge – Series 17

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    Ryan admits that he loves to get tanning injections. He has them three times a week and uses sunbeds six times a week

     

    Sam Giffen – Series 17

    Sam Giffen.

     

    Sam states that he had always been single until January 2015, when he met his first boyfriend. They split after a year due to the long-distance involved.

    Raphael “Raph” Korine – Series 18

    The 22-year-old is a student at the University of Exeter. He is half American and half Japanese.

  • You won’t guess how much these gay icons cost to hire for your party

    It’s the usual end of the day question in the office… ‘How much would it cost to hire Elton John to come and sing for us to pass the time’ – yes we have that much money we don’t know what to do with it! Well with a little research I bring you our Top 10 gay icons for hire… You’ll be surprised at who’s the cheapest!

    No.1) Madonna – $N/A

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    Just like any good antique if there’s no price on it, you can’t afford it!

    No.2) Cher – $1,000,000+

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    You’ll be singing ‘If I Could Turn Back time’ when this cheque clears!

    No.3) Barbra Streisand – $1,000,000 +

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    Looks like the price of ‘Gay Gold’ has gone up a little.

    No.4) Tina Turner – $1,000,000 +

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    If we did win the Euromillions then my money would certainly go here… sorry Elton.

    No.5) Elton John – $1,000,000 +

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    Well one requires a high price tag to cover the cost of all those flowers… I wonder if he’d do it for free if we sent David a bunch of Daffs instead?

    No.6) Celine Dion – $750,000 – $1,000,000

    This is where the price tags start to sink… no? sink… Titanic… Nothing?

    No.7) Gloria Estefan – Under $400,000

    Here’s a real bargain. The word under suggests there’s room to haggle. £50?

    Sorry  the rhythm is getting me here…

    No.8) Shirley Bassey – Under $200,000

    Call me what you will but here was a real shock. We do love a bit of Bassey on a Monday. Having a whip round as we speak.

    No.9) Boy George – Under $150,000

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    Think they must really want to hurt him with this price tag! Seems a very low price for our favourite boy.

    No.10) Liza Minnelli – Under $100,000

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    Biggest shock of them all. It’s Liza with a Z-list price tag. I’d heard she’d attend the opening of a fridge which is kinda handy as I could do with another cuppa.

    So how much would you pay for your favourite stars?

    Information from: www.bookingentertainment.com

  • TRAVEL GUIDE | Gay Guide To Birmingham

    TRAVEL GUIDE | Gay Guide To Birmingham

    BIRMINGHAM is a vibrant hub of old and new buildings nestled between landscaped zones of paved walkways, water features and one of the largest gay scenes in the UK.

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    If you’re looking for a weekend break then you’ll find plenty to do here from the bountiful shopping malls and markets, home to some of the best-loved retailers, to the small market traders offering a wide range of household, clothing, and party goods, to the fully charged nightlife. With nine gay bars and clubs to choose from, a few of which serve great food, you’ll be pressed not to find a place to enjoy a cosy pint, watch some cabaret or dance till the early hours.

    It’s not all just about shopping and clubbing though, Birmingham has a wide range of restaurants offering celebrity branded eateries, favourite chains and a whole global cuisine on offer including the famous Birmingham curry – Do check out the Hen and Chickens, 0121 236 3121 which serves not only the best curry in town (TripAdvisor) but also a range of Asian, barbecue, pub and grill for those friends who prefer something different.

    Birmingham is also the home to a number of theatres including the REP, with a wide season of plays, comedy and drama and the Birmingham Hippodrome bringing you the best of the UK’s national tours such as Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake, One Man, Two Guvnors and Wicked.

    If you’re looking for something a little more cultured then do pay a visit to the delightful Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery. There’s a wide varied collection to see dating back 200,000 years to the present day, including Pre-Raphaelite art, wrapped Mummies and a detailed look at the history of Birmingham and how over the years it’s grown into one of the UK’s best-loved cities.

     

    Recent facelifts have ensured that Birmingham is a fresh city to eat sleep and play in. The only question is, can you fit it all in with just one weekend?

    Editor’s choice in gay bars:
    SIDE WALK bar and restaurant is located on the busy Hurst Street and serves a wide variety of great affordable food for lunch and dinner. Their vegetarian burger deserves a personal nod of appreciation as does the friendly helpful bar staff who all help to make Sidewalk a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere during the day with the party tunes picking up the pace in the evenings. With walls stripped back to brick and wooden floors there’s a cool pop-up club vibe about the place. Certainly worth a visit.

    THE LOFT LOUNGE is another venue for good food at reasonable prices. Table service is on offer both in the main dining area to the rear or if full, as we found out – which is always a good sign, then the helpful staff will happily find and serve you at any of the comfy sofas or tables around the rest of the bar. A great place to meet friends for both everyday and special occasions with a more relaxed atmosphere during the daytime before the party starts in the evenings.

    Other bars:

    Equator Bar Address: 123 Hurst Street, B5 6SE Telephone: 0121 622 5077 Website: equatorbar.co.uk Twitter: @EquatorBar

    Eden Address: 116 Sherlock Street, B5 6NB Telephone: 0121 622 1953  Website: TheEdenBar.co.uk

    Bar Jester Address: 42 Holloway Circus, B1 1EG Telephone: 0121 643 8344 Website: BarJester.co.uk

    Missing Address: 48 Bromsgrove Street, B5 6NU Telephone: 0121 622 4256 Website: MissingBar.co.uk Twitter: @MissingPartyBar

    The Wellington Hotel Address: 72 Bristol Street, B5 7AH Telephone: 0121 622 2592

    Club DV8 Address: 16 Kent Street, B5 6RD Telephone: 0121 622 1060 Website: ClubDV8.co.uk

    Nightingale Club Address: Essex House, Kent Street, B5 6RD Telephone: 0121 622 1718 Website: Nightingaleclub.co.uk Twitter: @Nightingale Club

    Fountain Inn Address: 102 Wrentham Street, B5 6QL Telephone: 0121 622 1452 Website: TheFountainInn.com

    The Village Inn Address: 152 Hurst Street, B5 6RY Telephone: 0121 622 4742 Website: VillageBirmingham.co.uk

    What is there to do in Birmingham?

    ASTON HALL Trinity Road, Aston, Birmingham, B6 6JD Tel: +44 (0)121 675 4722

    Entry: Charges apply to house only. Gardens, grounds and visitor facilities are free to all visitors.

    Adults £4
    Concessions £3
    Children under 16 FREE
    Free entry on the first Sunday of the month.
    Opening Times: Aston Hall opens again on Saturday 12 April 2014.

    THE REP Centenary Square, Birmingham, B1 2EP
    Tel: +44 (0)121 236 4455

    BIRMINGHAM HIPPODROME Hurst Street, Birmingham, B5 4TB
    Tel: +44 (0)844 338 5000

    BIRMINGHAM MUSEUM & ART GALLERY
    Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH Tel: +44 (0)121 303 1966
    Entry: Free entrance.
    Some exhibitions and events may charge.

    BBC BIRMINGHAM TOURS Do you fancy yourself as a TV presenter? Visit BBC Birmingham’s Public Space at The Mailbox and have a go at presenting the news and a weather forecast. Take a look through the window into the television gallery. This is where the BBC Midlands Today team choose shots, cue the studio and keep everything on air!

    If you’d like to get inside the television gallery and see it up close, a studio tour is for you.

    Guides will take you into BBC Birmingham and show you around the state-of-the-art studios.

    Tours last approximately 1.5 hours and give you a fascinating insight into the world of broadcasting. Do Visit: bbc. co. uk/tours for more information BBC Birmingham The Mailbox Birmingham B1 1RF Tel: +44 (0)370 901 1227

    Where is the shopping Birmingham?

    SHOPPING If you’re the kinda guy that just loves to shop, then Birmingham has it all from large retailers like Selfridges and Harvey Nichols to small market stall owners selling a wide variety of household goods, pet foods and party supplies.
    The shopping areas are well planned out, open and pedestrian friendly so you get a good chance to explore the city by foot.
    There’s plenty of opportunity to stop for a bite to eat. With over 150 restaurants and coffee shops you’re bound to find something to fuel the next round of shopping and with bus and rail transport close by you’ll soon have the bags home.
    Be sure to also check out Chinatown just the other side of the markets nestled in Southside close to the gay scene.

    BULLRING This much-photographed part of the building with its circular disk covered curved walls is the home to Selfridges. Explore the rest of the building and you’ll find over 160 retail shops and restaurants. This modern art of the city blends with the old St Martin church perfectly without even looking out of place. A real treat for shoppers in the heart of Birmingham.

    THE BULL RING MARKET is a large indoor market with traders calling out for you to buy their goods. There’s plenty of bargains to be had and a wide selection to see from fabrics, pet foods, cosmetics, CDs and DVDs, old console games, and a personal highlight of ours – the party shop. Every coloured wig, mask, costume, make-up is all here for Pride events or your usual weekend party outfit

     

    Where’s good to stay in Birmingham?

    We can recommend:

    Hotel La Tour and the Hotel Du Vin

  • Have you found love at work?

    Apparently a third of all Brits have had a relationship with a work colleague at some point in their working life. Are you one of them?

    finding gay love at work
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    Falling in love in the workplace can often bring with it a number of unforeseen problems, such as how the relationship works when one gets promoted and becomes a manager for their new love? If the relationship ends badly, how do you manage to focus on work or do you leave your job? What personal secrets may get spilled over the coffee machine that you didn’t want out there?

    A recent survey by Perkbox found that out of 8.85 million relationships, only 17% go on to marry or have a civil partnership whilst 1 in 7 people had to leave their jobs because of a messy break-up.

    With more of us spending longer hours at work and often socialising with work colleagues as well, it’s no surprise that love is bound to blossom at times. However, it may be worth a thought as to whether you announce your new love or not at work as 38% of bosses said they may have a problem with workers getting together and a quarter of workplaces actively said they had policy in place to discourage romantic relationships at work.

    ALSO READ: What’s the weirdest job you’ve ever been given at work?

    One thing that most agreed on is that any love life shouldn’t interfere with your work, which can often be difficult when that new love is sat opposite you giving you that cute little smile all day lo… sorry distracted there, what was I writing?

  • RECIPES | Pancakes

    RECIPES | Pancakes

    It’s that time of year again to dust off the mixing bowl and dig out that half-empty tin of syrup from 1998. If you’re looking to make some pancakes here’s how you do it.

    How to make pancakes
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    Ingredients.
    100g Plain Flour
    2 Eggs
    300ml milk

    Method.
    1. Sift flour into a large bowl.
    2. Add eggs to centre of flour and mix in.
    3. Slowly add milk and whisk to a smooth batter.
    4. Leave the mix for at least half an hour before cooking.
    5. Once ready to serve heat a little oil in a pan and add a ladle of batter to the hot oil.
    6. Let the mix coat the pan and cook for 30 – 45 seconds. (Thicker batter may require a longer cooking time)
    7. With a spatula slide around the edge off the pancake and shake ready for the first flip.
    8. Confidence will ensure a successful flip. It’s all in the wrist!
    9. Finally, add a choice of fillings from traditional lemon and sugar to chocolate spread and marshmallows.
    Happy Shrove Tuesday! Send us your pancake tossing pictures to newsdesk@TheGayUK.com

  • Pop Icon George Michael Dies 53

    The pop legend George Michael has died, 53

    George Micheal
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    It has been confirmed that British singer George Michael has died at the age of 53. He was found dead in his Oxfordshire home in Goring. His manager, Michael Lippman, confirmed that the singer has passed away at 11 PM Christmas day, peacefully after suffering heart failure. Police are reporting that the death is unexplained but not suspicious.

    Writing on Twitter and calling Michael by his family nickname of “Yog”, his former bandmate from Wham!, Andrew Ridgeley said, he was,

    “heartbroken at the loss of my beloved friend, Me, his loved ones, his friends, the world of music, the world at large. 4ever loved. A xx”

    The singer’s family announced his death in a statement issued through the singer’s publicist.

    “It is with great sadness that we can confirm our beloved son, brother and friend George passed away peacefully at home over the Christmas period,” it said.

    “The family would ask that their privacy be respected at this difficult and emotional time. There will be no further comment at this stage.”

    George Michael was one of the most successful British solo artists with a career spanning several decades and selling over 100 million records. Some of his biggest solo hits included, Careless Whisper, Outside and Faith. He found fame in a band he started with Andrew Ridgeley called, Wham!, their hits included Last Christmas and Wake Me Up Before You Go Go.

    George Michael had a unique work ethic and was considered a great multi-tasker as an artist, who not only sung, but wrote and produced most of his hits.

    George came out as gay during the late 90s after initially identifying himself to his band mate, Andrew, as bisexual.

    George Michael is just one of a number of high profile deaths to have taken place in 2016. He is the third musical legend to die in 2016 after David Bowie and Prince.

     

  • 5 hilarious budget “Penis Enlargement” gadgets sold on Amazon

    5 hilarious budget “Penis Enlargement” gadgets sold on Amazon

    Penis problems
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    It’s something most guys look at, touch and maybe have a little play with everyday and, for some, we have often pondered, “what if I were a little bigger down there?” Well a quick search of Amazon will soon show you that there’s help at hand for growing those extra inches and it wont burst your bank! So to speak. We guarantee that top medical professionals, had we asked them, would agree that the only thing these items are going to raise is a smile!

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    1. Magnetic Underwear! £11.90  

    That’s right folks. Use the power of magnets to slowly grow your little… (Insert pet name here – and we don’t mean your cat!)… an extra 15% in just 45 days of wearing. Though one might suggest that wearing the same pants for 45 days will have a negative effect of using that extra length on someone special! Plus with all those magnets in your pants you’d want to steer clear of the fridge! That would be an embarrassing phone call to the fire brigade as they have to prise you off.    BUY HERE

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    2. Penis Enlargement Fund Tin. £8.00

    In this age of hand to mouth living it’s quite likely that most of us are finding it difficult to save for holidays, homes or new cars. However, if you do have some pennies left at the end of the week then this handy tin will help you save up for that all important operation. Of course, you may find it quicker to get a rise by withdrawing your £1.48 savings and buying the boyfriend a surprise bar of chocolate!  BUY HERE

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    3. DIY Penis Enlargement Book. £2.32 (Kindle)

    Perfect, read a book and get a bigger dick. What could be easier? I’ve read a few coffee table books in my time that have caused stirrings so maybe this will do the same… Oh, wait, no… I just read ‘How It Works’ in the preview. Apparently it’s all down to visualisation and un-tapping the mind’s potential to give you a bigger cock. It suggests if you’re fat you’ll always be fat because you think you are. So, if you only have 5” then you’ll always have 5” because that’s what you think you have… Funny, as I’ve always thought and told people I have 12” down there, but think it’s actually only 11”… ahem.  BUY HERE

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    4. Rock Hard Cream. £3.30 

    I was going to steer clear of the pills and potions for ultimate arousal but this sturdy looking product caught my eye. I mean, for just over three quid it’s worth a punt right? The reviews say otherwise. A collection of one star complaints of “Totally Useless” and “Rubbish” were often used, though there was some 3 star luck from Ricky B who said, “Wife a bit disappointed, but the boyfriend loved it!” – which could suggest that the solution to arousal is the bit on the side and not the bit in the tube! BUY HERE

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    5. Willy Weights Work Out. £4.79

    I’ve seen these before and maybe you have also, but this has to be one of my favourite gadgets for working out your man meat. I mean why just go to the gym and pump iron on your arms? Ok, I’ve never seen one of these used in a gym, sadly, but it did help me out many years ago when a friend bought me one for a gift and showed me how it works. I managed to raise it but had trouble putting it back down again! Thanks Willy Weights. BUY HERE

     

    Please note this article is just for fun and should anyone be suffering from willy woes or have questions ranging from size or erectile dysfunction then we do recommend contacting your doctor for professional advice. TheGayUK also runs a free sex clinic where you can ask our qualified Dr any issues, anonymously.