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The Glee Club is a renowned venue network with locations across the UK, known for hosting top comedians and musical acts. Each venue offers a distinct setup, but all share reliable access, comfortable seating, and convenient transport options. Below you’ll find practical details for each current or recent site, plus trusted affiliate hotel and restaurant partners to help you plan an easy, enjoyable night out. Secure your seats with us—we’ve got you covered.

Why The Glee Club matters

From legendary comedians like Jack Dee and Ross Noble to chart-topping performers, The Glee Club has hosted stages that helped shape careers and create memories. Our pages reflect current venue information, accessibility, and nearby lodging and dining choices to help you travel light and arrive ready to enjoy.

Locations may update facilities and capacity as venues refresh their spaces. Check the specific city page for the most current seating arrangements, parking details, and transit options. We link to trusted partners for hotels and restaurants to help you plan a smooth evening, whether you’re catching a stand-up show or a live music night.

City-by-city venue details

  • Birmingham – Inside The Arcadian, 70 Hurst Street, Birmingham B5 4TD. Main Room ~400 seats; Studio ~150 seats; up to ~600 standing in the Main Room. Parking options: Arcadian Centre, Ladywell Walk, Pershore Street. 5–10 minute walk from Birmingham New Street and Moor Street stations; Bus routes 16 and 24 service the area. Transit-friendly and central. Nearby hotels include Staycity Arcadian Centre and ibis Birmingham New Street. Nearby restaurants provide casual dining options before/after shows.
  • Nottingham – Formerly The British Waterways Building (Canal Street NG1 7EH). Main Room ~400 seats; Studio ~200 seats. The venue closed in 2023 for redevelopment and the brand has relocated to venues like Metronome Nottingham, Nottingham Arts Theatre, and Squire Performing Arts Centre. The historic Canal Street site is repurposed into flats. Check the current Nottingham venue for show listings and parking/transport specifics.
  • Leeds – New 400-capacity venue opened in spring 2025 at 123 Albion Street, Leeds LS2 8ER (Albion Street, near City Centre). Opening scheduled for late March 2025. Expect comfortable seating and central access with nearby parking and public transit.
  • Glasgow – Opened in Renfrew Street (11 Renfrew Street, Glasgow G2 3AB) in 2019. Capacity roughly 350 seated and 600 standing, with versatile configuration for different events.
  • Cardiff – Mermaid Quay, Cardiff Bay (Cardiff CF10 5BZ). Main auditorium seated ~450 with ~450 standing (total ~900, depending on setup). Accessible by public transport and adjacent to Cardiff Bay dining and lodging options.
  • Oxford – The Glee Club Oxford operates at The Bullingdon, 162 Cowley Road, Oxford. Typical capacity around 140 seats; intimate setting ideal for stand-up and intimate gigs.

Notable acts and legacy

The Glee Club venues have hosted acts such as Adele and Mumford & Sons (Cardiff) and have supported comedians who later achieved major fame. The circuit has long been a proving ground for performers, with many comedians getting early-stage experience on The Glee stages.

Transit, parking & accessibility

All locations aim to be accessible and easy to reach by public transport. Birmingham’s Arcadian location offers multiple parking options nearby and is within a short walk of central rail stations. For other cities, check local transit guides for station access and bus routes. If you’re driving, plan for city-center parking in advance and consider nearby hotels offering parking packages.

Hotels, restaurants & affiliate partner recommendations

We highlight trusted hotel partners and nearby dining options to simplify your planning. Affiliate links are provided where applicable, helping you secure convenient stays and dining experiences before or after shows.

Key information by city

  • Birmingham: Arcadian location, central transport links, multiple parking options, short walk to rail stations. Hotels: Staycity Arcadian Centre, ibis Birmingham New Street (affiliate options).
  • Nottingham: Current venues include Metronome Nottingham, Nottingham Arts Theatre, Squire Performing Arts Centre. Parking and transit vary by location; check the venue page for details.
  • Leeds: New Albion Street venue (Leeds) open 2025; central city access, Albion Street parking and nearby hotels listed on partner pages.
  • Glasgow: Renfrew Street venue near central business and cultural districts; easy rail and bus access; nearby hotels and eateries featured.
  • Cardiff: Mermaid Quay location in Cardiff Bay; popular dining nearby; easy water-front transit options; partner hotel recommendations.
  • Oxford: The Bullingdon, Cowley Road; surrounding hotels and eateries available through partner listings.

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Birmingham: The Glee Club sits inside The Arcadian, 70 Hurst Street, Birmingham B5 4TD; Main Room ~400 seats, Studio ~150 seats (up to about 600 standing in the Main Room). Parking options include Arcadian Centre, Ladywell Walk and Pershore Street; it's about a 5–10 minute walk from Birmingham New Street and Moor Street stations, with bus routes 16 and 24 servicing the area.
  • Nottingham: Former home was The British Waterways Building, Canal Street NG1 7EH; Main Room ~400 seats, Studio ~200. The venue closed in 2023 for redevelopment and has relocated to venues such as Metronome Nottingham, Nottingham Arts Theatre, and Squire Performing Arts Centre; the old building has been repurposed (flats).
  • Leeds: New 400-capacity venue opened in spring 2025 at 123 Albion Street, Leeds LS2 8ER (Albion Street, near City Centre). Opening was scheduled for late March 2025.
  • Glasgow: Opened in Renfrew Street (11 Renfrew Street, Glasgow G2 3AB) in 2019; capacity roughly 350 seated and 600 standing.
  • Cardiff: Mermaid Quay, Cardiff Bay (Cardiff CF10 5BZ); main auditorium seated ~450 with ~450 standing (roughly 900 total depending on setup).
  • Oxford: The Glee Club Oxford now operates at The Bullingdon, 162 Cowley Road, Oxford; typical capacity around 140 seats.
  • Notable events: The Glee venues have hosted acts like Adele and Mumford & Sons (Cardiff), and the chain ran the V Festival Comedy Tent from 2012–2017; many famous comedians cut their teeth on The Glee stages (e.g., Jack Dee, Peter Kay, Lee Mack, Ross Noble).
  • Transit & hotels: For Birmingham, nearby hotels include Staycity Arcadian Centre, ibis New Street, and other city-centre options; nearby transit includes Birmingham New Street/Moor Street and nearby tram stops; see venue pages for accessibility and parking details.
  • Recent developments: Leeds opened in 2025 as the chain’s sixth venue; Nottingham’s location has moved away fromits historic Canal Street site and is operating at new venues or theatres for 2024–2026.