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The Kings Arms Soho

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London’s favorite bear bar

Updated July 10, 2025

The King’s Arms was one of Soho’s first ever gay bars, back when they were euphemistically called “gentlemen’s clubs”. Nowadays, it’s a friendly and welcoming spot for all sorts, although it’s especially popular with bears. There’s DJ’s on the weekends, plus pub quizzes, karaoke, and drag acts throughout the week. This Soho’s oldest gay bar is only a short walk to London's most popular gay sauna Sweatbox.

Nearest Station: Oxford Circus

Facilities: Drag Show, Dancing, Karaoke, Bar, Live music, Music

What's On

Tuesday: Big Bear Quiz
Thursday: Bear Watch
Friday: Bears Beers Beats
Saturday: Studio 50 Furr
Sunday: BEARAOKE

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Weekdays: Mon-Thu 15:00–23:30, Fri 15:00–24:00
Weekends: Sat 12:00–24:00, Sun 13:00–22:30

Phone: +44 20 7734 5907

Address: 23 Poland Street, London, United Kingdom, W1F 8QL

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