INSIDE OUT ========== InsideOut is a monthly magazine for lesbians, gay men and bisexuals. Edited, printed and published in Scotland Issue 29a - September 1999 ***Now available on the Web: http://www.scotsgay.co.uk/ ***If you are in the UK and would like a copy of the printed magazine sent to you by post, phone 0906 11 00 256. (Calls charged at ukp1.50 per minute). How to Subscribe and Unsubscribe information is now at the END of the magazine. The printed editions of ScotsGay and InsideOut are available by post at the following rates: 6 issue sub (UK & EC) 6ukp 6 issue sub (Overseas) 12ukp 12 issue sub (UK & EC) 12ukp 12 issue sub (Overseas) 24ukp Make Cheques and POs payable to 'Pageprint' or 'ScotsGay' and send them to: Subscriptions ScotsGay Pageprint Limited PO Box 666 Edinburgh Scotland EH7 5YW In this issue: Granny Spice Atomix Edinburgh Dundee Glasgow Scottish Media Monitor Inverness Aberdeen ScotsGay Voice Personals Boxes - The ScotsGay Meet Market Venues ---------------------------------------------------------------------- GRANNY SPICE ============ HAS ANYBODY SEEN MY DUTCH CAP? And so to bed. and bed it has been and been! The pishflaps have been throbbing and the Dutchmen bobbing in and out like flounders in the North Sea - and bless their little hearts and tongues and cocks and whatever, who am I, the Flanders Mare, to stop them. Alighted at Schipol to be met by a dream who drove me downtown in a rather smart open top buggie - well Missie I says, things are certainly moving up in the world for Mamma. Later on that evening after a suitable slurp of Schnapps and Genever - Oh well Alistair your East European beers could not match up to the piece of meat on this one - and how he made my froth foam! Naughtiness dears, all naughtiness - Mad mad shopping on the Damrak at Peek and Klopenburg and the Autumn outfit is purchased - how the Dutch just love those autumnal colours - and the grey will match my new hair do and matching jacket when I return. At "De Spijker" was entranced by a North-American lad of ample proportions who seemed most interested in stocking tops - note to Michelle at Newtown- get on a plane girl, you should be here driving these trannie lovers mad. My hot E-mail from Glasgow tells me that Robert Austin has opened in Miller Street and lo and behold its called yet again "Austins" - surprise! - but I am already hearing excellent comments as to service, staff and d‚cor - on my way back I will be dropping in on Robert for a small cocktail or two. so look out for Mama Hutton refreshed, refucked and of course always refined! Keep up the good work - and when you are looking for a scrubber or 2 - Ms Sammie and I can wind our way through and give the floors a good old fashioned licking.. Best of luck to all in Miller Street at Austins - get along and try it as a new and different venue girls - lots of love to Robert and Sandra. My sister Nola is ever busy with the big wedding preparations in Newcastle - oh what am I going to wear in Newcastle? Shona suggests the catalogue may just be quite right for the occasion but as mother-of-the-bride I just have to have an outfit made by that dashing Designer from Leith Walk whose really into ironing board curtains... he shall remain anonymous for the meantime since sucking his cock is the only way to pay for the outfit and we never know where that could lead to. Nola of course will wear something highly fashionable since she's so label conscious - attempting to keep up with tacky Babs of Hamilton. Talking of tacky gossip tells me that down at No 18 "Grimbo" that Ulster-sex-mad shagger is keeping the punters in line. Really Jo - get a grip of your weans! News is Tweedledum and Tweedledee are off to the sun this week accompanied by Lady Hamilton and Paul of the Court Bar - they say Benidorm will never be the same! How would I know I'm banned from Spain since Franco the dear thing passed on. I hope that the Newtown's coffers are surviving without my pennies, I'm sure that Colin, Alistair (he wears his own clothes now), Duncan and Chris and all the staff are keeping an eye on you know who! Dashed into Glasgow before disappearing to the continent, and was glad to see some old faces - The lovely Gordon Gosnell still alive and kicking - not a trace or line I could fault... must be seeing something rather young. I hear that the lovely Francine and Betty B accompanied by Jason are stomping it out at the Gay Centre in St Enoch's on Friday nights - good on you girls will drop in on my return. Just to quash some rumours in passing - Yes, I will be in both cities on my return and I will have apartments in both as well - much to the chagrin I am sure of my detractors in the East - but then as they do little but attempt to trash me it doesn't hurt - they are, and will be the losers! Summer nights are drawing in girls and it is time for you to enrol in those evening classes - needlepoint, photography for the more ambitious or, daring - and for those of you who will have a man at your side this winter - knitting - well, what about cashmere jockstraps and fur-lined willie warmers for the man in your life? My own speciality this winter is going to be cuisine and I'm already enrolled in Big Shona's Meringue speciality classes down at Leith - Boy oh boy, you should see what that lady can do with a meringue - and there are a few punters with well-rimmed rings who can vouch to that especially when she's had a night on the "Braes" at Carmunock! Last minute social gossip says Lady Grace Kelly has sold her lattie in Leadhills and may be moving back from the country to town - however a source even closer says no that she has plans to go even higher somewhere in the region of the domes of Wanlockhead - look out you early warning watchers! I must continue with my research into LATEX CAN BE FUN and safety in numbers sex in Holland I will report back with the results soon. Tots Ziens, Liefe, Beti ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ADVERTISING FEATURE =================== ATOMIX Long gone is the old image of PJ's - Atomix is a different world of gay shopping. Six months of trading has seen many changes to the shop and now it looks at its finest as it readies to launch the Autumn collection. Bringing a feeling of change to the shop unit in the LGB centre has been new owner Scott Gausden. As we told you last month Scott will make you a feel welcome and always try to help you with any 'difficult' queries. What it appears he is trying to do (with help from his team of staff), is create a comfortable shopping environment for all of the sections of the community. It is often said that 'gay' shops are male orientated and that is where Atomix is different. The newly expanded lesbian section boasts a huge selection of books, magazines and videos. For your more intimate moments, a larger range of female 'toys' are also planned for the near future. A main feature for Autumn will undoubtedly be the fashion ranges. The clubbers among you should check out the latest stock - it is superbly styled and very reasonably priced. Something everyone needs too is underwear - the new ranges will be in Cir‚, leather and luxury satin - maybe ideal for Xmas pressies? Unique to Atomix are the made to measure Leather and PVC ranges. I can't believe some of the low prices they charge for some of the garments, but Scott assures me they are all quality manufactured. You must just pop in to feel how soft the leather is. "Word has certainly got around on this service - I have had people from as far as London coming up to buy stock!", adds Scott. The addition of Joey D. a few doors along might have had an impact on business for Atomix. Scott says, "I have seen the customer profile change a little. We have a lot more straight boyz and girlz coming in for a look - they don't seem to mind being in a 'gay' shop. It's all been very positive." With a planned presence at Transmission, Filth and other club events, the shop hopes to further expand its market. An updated catalogue for mail order is planned (phone for details if you'd like a copy by the way) and a web site for on line shopping is nearing completion. Watch this space closely! T Murray ------------------------------------------------------------------- EDINBURGH ========= Hello again. Thanks to Trixie and John for covering the last couple of scene run-downs whilst I was away in Mexico. No thanks at all to Justin who completely failed to deliver the goods in my absence. Well. the Festival has come and gone and now all goes quiet. So where's pop and where's pants these Autumn months? First stop to the top shop for queer capital dwellers (Forth AM eat your tiny hearts out!). Not since the days of the lovely Neil of Drondale has there been such a delightful, helpful human being as Scott of Atomix. The Lesbian Gay and Bisexual Centre on Broughton Street also offers you NEXUS with a host of special events as well as the usual great food and easy going atmosphere. The Queer Centre hasn't offered so much in ages so use it or lose it as your lover might say. The bars on the other hand are as quiet as fuck... CC's still manages a reasonably lively Friday and Saturday night (no more opening till 5am) with Diane and staff winging that we moan if it's too busy and we moan if it's not. She has a point, but what about creating a place where people actually want to be? Could we venture? Got an E-mail the other day from somebody who wanted to know where - in turn - The Buzz Bar, Cafe‚ Kudos, Eat Out and Over the Rainbow were. she said that she went to the addresses listed but they weren't there! She said that she found the Blue Moon, the only other gay eatery listed, but that was at the wrong address! ".and where is Route 66?" she added. Seems that she'd been reading the latest edition of the Gay to Z (ukp3 where sold). I said that she would have to come here for up to date information in future, unless of course you want news of the New Town Bar (where this reviewer seems to go through a time vortex whenever he walks in the door.) For the record. the New Town's a top place for all guyz and boyz. And no matter how much I suck at this review lark, I'm never gonna be as unpopular as Liquid Silk or Minerva. Another E-mail I received complained about a bouncer, who was getting a little 'over-enthusiastic' at a certain Broughton Triangle establishment. Now forever known as Cartman 'You Will Respect my AUTHORITY!' The man in question will be Named if another incident is reported to me. If YOU have any trouble with so called 'Security' let me know before you report it to the local Cop-shop. Haven't been in the new C32 yet, but reports so far have been good about this stylish new eaterie where Over The Rainbow used to inhabit in Broughton St. Penultimately a word about the Fly Bar. Know where the Bus Station is? At the exit on St Andrews Street is where you'll find this lively friendly pub. Very popular with women, and not as expensive as your Triangle Bars. Finally, you should try out the Wharf Bar. Know where the Waverley Centre is? Go to the exit on to Waverley Bridge and down the stairs. Also extremely popular with women, not least because of the gorgeous manager, Avril. Tell her that ScotsGay sent you. Martin Walker mgwuk@hotmail.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------- DUNDEE ====== The Dundee lgbt community was shocked and saddened by the death in a road accident on his way to work of popular Liberty doorman Sammy. A collection for his family has been well supported. His family have thanked the Liberty staff and customers for the wreath and the collection. Staff and customers who felt able to go to the harrowing funeral were able to pay their last respects. Sammy openly admitted to not relishing the thought of working at a Gay venue initially but we managed to change his opinion about gays and lesbians and he enjoyed his work at the venue. All at ScotsGay extend their deepest sympathy to his family and to Brian and his staff at Liberty. With her first ever appearence in Dundee, we didn't quite know what to expect when KELLY took centre stage at Liberty. We were not disappointed, she put on a vibrant, energetic show which was appreciated by both the younger crowd and the wrinklies. Great to see a big name act allow some of us on to the dance podium with them and Dildo Dylan certainly enjoyed the spotlight. More of the same please, Brian! Loads of people are looking forward to the PA by Hazell Dean on Saturday 2nd October when she sings her past hits such as Searchin' and also, for the first time in Scotland, her new release 'Living a Prayer'. Her shows always go with a big buzz at Bennets in Glasgow where her professionalism is highly thought of. No tickets are available - you just pay at the door. Me and the girlz will be in early that night. Also heard it's a late licence to 3.30am. Next Bank Holiday Sunday 3rd October has stripper TRADE upper at Liberty. His picture looks awful but again I'm told he is better in the flesh. It's a while since they had a stripper at the club so they expect to be busy. Considering Edinburgh has a stripper every week at CC's I think a bit of support might persuade Brian to look at strippers more often - if you know what I mean. Surreal Bastille is the new karaoke hostess with the mostest in Bar XS on Friday evenings. Her outfits are getting more and more outrageous and her humorous sharp wit and good voice make it a pleasant night. Unfortunately Ms Grumpy still gets to sing if there is a space so it's not all good news!! Charlie's pub has been busier day and night. You can also get food now even if you're in a hurry. The pre-prepared toasties are freshly kept in cling film to keep the single slice of Kraft cheese succulent and juicy. They will be delighted to take orders on whether you wish it cooked rare, medium or well done. It will, of course, be served well done. Stress got the better of the inebriated Charlie last Saturday when he demanded Brian stop collecting for the dead doorman's family and listen to Charlie's compliant. He feels he is not getting enough respect from staff at Liberty who had requested he pay the entry fee, cloakroom charge and finish his drinks in the allotted drinking up time just like the rest of us. A clearly bewildered nightclub owner retorted that Charlie would not be let in for free to stand there bad mouthing Liberty. Relations between the two venues have now hit an all time low. Whilst they were not always smooth between Karen and Brian, she never actually launched into a public attack. Charlie vowed never to return - we'll see!! Refreshed after a week of debauchery in Gran Canaria, our Brenda is back managing her empire since the departure of Barry. Maybe you can get the staff back to looking a bit cheerier than you now that you're back, Brian. Although we can understand your glum look when you found out one of the teams won the quiz jackpot of fifty quid in Bar XS whilst you were in the Maspalomas Dunes! Tune into the Generation Game on the 25th September to see Billy Black, the gay scene's favourite electrician take part with his mum. One of those progs I love to miss, I might just close the curtains to protect my street cred and watch it. Television screens are known to make people look fatter rather than to flatter so look out for Mr Blobby too - just joking!! Finally I have never indicated where the premises of Switchknackered are in Dundee but, of course, Andrew, I accept full responsibility for the troubles in Indonesia. Love to most, Liquid Silk X ---------------------------------------------------------------------- GLASGOW ======= Isn't all this stuff in the straight press about Michael Portillo a nice diversion? All this bullshit about gay morals just totally makes you forget all the failings of straight society, doesn't it? Why dwell on the two recent cases in the press of 12 year old girls getting pregnant, when it's SO much more newsworthy to have a go at poor old Portaloo for a bit of knob action in his younger days? This sort of crap really makes me despair at the breeders! Don't get me wrong, no sympathy for Portillo, who voted against fruits in the forces, and it serves him right that he's been caught out!. Right then, what do you all think of the new AUSTINS? Brilliant eh! For those of you who haven't been in yet, it's a complete change from the old Austins. Situated just above street level, the venue is about twice the size of the old pub, with higher ceilings giving a lighter, airier feel to the place. During the day, it's nice and bright, with the music kept to a sensible volume, then at night the lights go down, the music goes up and the atmosphere changes totally. I particularly like the large windows at the front which not only allow in plenty of natural light, but also let you sit and watch the trade going along Miller Street! Unlike the old Austins, the new bar is open from noon, and food is available up to 7pm. The grand opening night was well attended, and entertainment was provided by Stu on the decks, with cabaret by Diane Field and Chris Miller. I got some pictures, but was having problems with my camera lens steaming up due to the heat! Apologies to all those whose pics didn't come out! Most of the old staff are back, including Sandra (spotted with glam new hair-do and wearing a FROCK on the opening night), Derek and David, new manageress Sharon, and the boss himself is frequently to be found serving behind the bar. Much of the old entertainment that was popular in the old pub are also back, including DJ Stu, the Tuesday Club has now re-convened with Chris Miller and Diane Field, and no doubt the Millers and others will also return to their old slots. The new bar also has a larger area for the artistes, with a small dance floor, and there will also be some small podia so we can actually see them! Since opening, the decor has been settling down with the addition of a few pictures and things to break up the bare walls, and it's all looking a lot more colourful now! One thing about the new Austins which I've heard a lot of you talking about is the stainless steel wall above the trough in the bogs. Yes, very reflective, isn't it - a fact which hasn't been lost on quite a few of you! Overall, the new bar has certainly lived up to the hopes of the scene, who were unhappy about the restricted choice of venues caused by the closure of Squires and the old Austins, and there is little doubt that Robert Austin seems to have got things right in his choice of decor, and most importantly the location of the new venue. I confidently predict it will be a resounding success if the current opinions of the scene are anything to go by. It will be interesting to see how many copies of ScotsGay Magazine the new bar shifts, as this is a good indicator of how busy a place is. It may also interest the staff to know that votes have already started coming in for Austins on the Goldilocks Online Pub and Club Ratings, so the Gay and Lesbian Scene obviously approve! If you haven't been in yet, check this place out, as I'm sure you'll love it as much as I, and the rest of the scene do! One of the big events to look out for next month is the GGLC benefit concert on the 18th of October, due to be held on the Renfrew Ferry, with special appearances by Tom Robinson and Robert and May Miller. Can't believe it's 22 years since the Tom Robinson Band hit the charts with 2-4-6-8 Motorway back in my student days! Anyway, there will be a raffle on the night with signed CDs from Tom Robinson and also the Millers, along with various other prizes. Tickets are on sale in most Gay bars and also from the GGLC Cafe Bar and Ticketline at Candleriggs. DJ for the evening will be Stu, resident Austins DJ, who assures me there will also be other surprises for the concert goers, but you'll have to wait and see what they are! Other GGLC events to look out for - On Sept 16th, there will be a Lesbian Inclusion Group meeting at the GGLC, contact the Centre for details. Sept Saturday 18th - Motown Night in GGLC Tickets ukp3. - Sept Sunday 19th - Sponsored Walk to raise funds for the Centre - 10 miles of slog. Prize for best earner. - Oct Saturday 2nd is the ABBA Revival Night in GGLC Tickets ukp3, should be a winner if the last one was anything to go by! Oct 22-31 -sees the "Glasgay" festival -for details Tel: 0141 400 0301. On Saturday Oct 30th, the "Grit Awards", the GGLC "Gallant Talent Night" is being held - Tickets ukp3. On Friday the 22nd of October, the Centre will be holding a reception for representatives to the INTERPRIDE conference being held in Glasgow. Events will include a Ceilidh and Discos. And so we move on to the Goldilocks Pub and Club Awards, the ONLY true reflection of how the scene rates the venues, from votes sent in by the Glasgow Gay and Lesbian Community. As usual, The Waterloo was voted Best Pub with 37 votes (49%), worst was the Poo with 1 vote (1%). Best Club Night was Trade with 47 votes (62%). Best service went to The Waterloo at 25 votes (33%), worst service was The Poo with no votes at all. However, the Poo will be glad to learn that they finally got ONE vote for Best Club, still a long way to go to catch up on Bennets at 74 votes this month! Bennets also got Prettiest Bar Staff at 26 votes (34%). The votes for this month had to be adjusted due to a sneaky attempt to nobble the results by a Virtual Internet Provider Ltd customer who found a way of making multiple submissions to vote Dels Best Pub, Best Service and prettiest Bar Staff! (All IPs, submissions and log times on file). Nice try, but Goldy's on to you!, and I take it as a compliment that somebody sees the Goldilocks Awards sufficiently important to try and fiddle them! It was also interesting to note that quite a few votes have been coming in for Austins since they opened, and I think that once a full month's votes are in, we'll be seeing a big difference in the results. Just remember, this is what the scene REALLY thinks, so keep those votes coming! My small bald ginger editor recently received a drunken, garbled phone call from the owner of one of the Glasgow venues who was making stupid accusations that I had been threatening to print bad write-ups about any venues who were insufficiently grovelling in their treatment of me! As all the venue owners are well aware, this is quite ridiculous! The only venue owners who have anything to fear from me are those who rip off or mistreat their customers, and those venue owners who conduct themselves in a professional, businesslike fashion are not in the habit of getting bad press from me, as my only interest is in exposing the cowboys and users of sharp practice. This particular venue owner (who I shall refrain from naming on THIS occasion), should know from personal experience that I do not allow such behaviour to influence me. The REAL reason for his displeasure is quite simple. I was becoming increasingly concerned about the life threatening state of the electrical installation in his premises, some of which was simply dangerous, and some was downright lethal! (I do not make these accusations lightly, nor have any fear of committing them to print and exposing myself to the threat of litigation if they were untrue). After numerous requests for him to do the decent thing and bring his premises up to the acceptable safety standards required by law, it became quite clear that he had no intention of doing so, and was quite prepared to continue risking the lives of his customers. I should also point out that in the event of accident or death, it would be hard to pursue a claim against the owner, as he held no Public Liability Insurance at the time (a legal requirement). At this point, I wrote a report to the Environmental Health Department detailing all my concerns over the dangerous electrical installation. (As my background is in electronics, and I spent many years working on electrical equipment, I am in a position to pass judgement on these matters.) The Environmental Health Dept agreed that the premises posed a considerable danger to the customers, and served enforcement on this particular venue owner to bring them up to standard. If any other venue owners wish to know the true facts regarding this matter, my report to the D.E.H is available to them (E-mail or fax me). As for this particular venue owners threats to "punch my face in", that says it all doesn't it! (Either name a time and place, or SHUT IT!). 14 years of throwing drunks out of pubs has taught me how to deal with his sort, and he would proceed down this route at his own peril! I am not in the habit of acquiescing to the demands of a silly old buffer who thinks he can threaten me after a few drinks! And as for his accusations about me being malicious, my prime concern was for the safety of his clientele, a fact borne out by the action taken by the Environmental Health, and the gravity with which they treated my allegations. If it had been my intention to be malicious, there are other aspects of this particular business which would be of interest to other statutory bodies, should I chose to disclose them. It is my job to voice the fears of the scene, and I take it as a great tribute that some venue owners consider this column sufficiently influential that they have not only barred me from their premises (as if that will make ANY difference), but even attempted to prevent the magazine from being circulated in the pubs and clubs. Didn't work, did it? - we now put out more mags than ever, and anyone wishing to play into our hands should go right ahead! Came across an interesting new Gay and Lesbian Website, http://www.gay-scene.com Got all sorts of interesting stuff, and they're working on building up a comprehensive listing of venues throughout the United Kingdom, using local correspondents, (My own site is already listed under Glasgow) which should ensure it's kept up to date. Wish BOYZ would do something similar, and get their listings up to date, as they still list SAPPHOS, which closed one and a half years ago! SNIPPETS -+- The Steve Retson Project has now been going for five years, and the TV cameras were in recently doing an item about them. For anyone just coming out, The SRP can give you all the info you require about safe shagging. Drop in to their unit at the GGLC any time to speak to somebody or pick up any of the information leaflets on display. -+- I believe a certain sauna is currently being investigated by the PRS and PPL for not having the relevant licences required for playing videos, after an anonymous tip off. It would appear that a cinema licence may also be required. Now who could that have been? (Don't look at me, when I bring in the authorities for non-compliance, I leave my name!) -+- The GGLC now have a personal notices section in the INFO-BOX. You can use it to get in touch with people, requests for information etc. -+- Spoke to manager Paul at ALASKA recently, who tells me that the LOVE BOUTIQUE Club Night will be moving from its usual slot to the second Saturday of the month, starting in October. Apparently, there are various other new developments coming up, so watch this space for details! -+- Brian from Dundee had an advert in last month's issue looking for a club manager. I thought this was for Liberty in Dundee, but it would appear he's now looking for staff for his Glasgow operation. Get your CV in! -+- I see there was ANOTHER contact ad in last month's issue looking for Minerva (Goldilocks) lookalikes. What is wrong with you lot? Why settle for a lookalike when you could have the real thing? Yes, I'm STILL single, and open to offers from anybody who thinks they can handle me! -+- Robin from CLONE ZONE tells me that the extension to their premises in the GGLC will be going ahead as planned. It looks as though it will be a long time yet before the return to their Virginia Street premises, so the GGLC unit will be enlarged to give a bit more room to display their goodies! -+- I see that Liquid Silk from Dundee has been getting letters of complaint about his column. Nice to see that another ScotsGay writer is provoking the required reaction! Just goes to show how seriously the local scene takes our columns!-+-The Women's Library will be holding a women's disco in the Central Hotel on Friday 22nd October. Contact them for further details. -+- The guys down at the GGLC CAFE BAR have been doing yet more decoration recently, with the Cafe‚ now sporting a smart wood panelled bar and walls, new paintwork, and some chic ceiling fans. Gordon tells me that further changes will also be made to the venue over the coming months. VERY SMART! -+- Had hoped to be able to tell you how much Walter's sponsored cycle run raised, but no details in yet, will let you know next month! Well, that's it for this month. Any requests for me to cover stuff, get in touch through the Tel and Fax numbers at the back of the mag, or by e-mail! Luv Goldilocks (Real name Graham, seeing as you all keep asking!) E-mail goldilocks@freeuk.com Website http://www.goldilocks.freeuk.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SCOTTISH MEDIA MONITOR ====================== Scotland's most popular underground writer, Garry Otton gets under the sheets again Was I going to have to prise open the cistern lid and operate the flush manually? His head poking up over the top of his copy. A dumpy, women-hating, skinhead called Gary Keown whom the Sunday Mail laughing call "the voice of tomorrow." Aye. Riiight! When he's grown up! So right wing, in fact, he makes Heinrich Himmler look like Mother Theresa! I'd thought we'd got over the stage when every unwanted pregnancy was blamed on 'jobless strumpets.' "So many unattached young women in Scotland are cheap tarts at heart," the boy moaned in yet another piece that vilified women. The "jobless strumpet" and "single mums" who "are given the cream of the council housing stock" were accused of depriving the "normal family" and a "pensioner who has been waiting three months for a hip op. I DO understand, girls," he opined. "Should you fail to snare an unsuspecting chap with a baby or some other kind of emotional blackmail, the benefits of becoming a fallen woman are obvious." He accused "loose ladies" who participated in "drunken knee-tremblers behind the pub bins" of knowing "the NHS will cough up to keep their low-brow lifestyle intact," citing the handing out of morning-after pills by Lothian Primary Care Trust to "floozies." These were women he felt deserved to be made "outcasts by society. It's not pills these 'ladies' need. They should be clamping them with chastity belts." This was just the excuse Keown the Clown needed to stamp his foot, pout and wail about the demise of the Oxo advert, the personification of the "normal family." Who was going to replace them, he cried? "Maybe we'll get a gay couple and their test-tube twins." "By 'adult' they mean SEX," spat Polly Toynbee in disgust, hauled out by the prudish Sunday Mail to support their unshakeable belief that there is too much of it on the box. Watching the BBC doing it "wearing auntie-like camouflage" particularly got her goat. Armed with a pail of cold water, she sniffed: "The BBC needs to get a grip." For toeing the Sunday Mail's line, Lord Melvyn Bragg - whose South Bank Show has pushed a few boundaries in its time - was slapped on the back and praised for hosting a "highly-acclaimed" programme. And John Millar, poor dear - apparently tied to an armchair in front of a TV built without an 'off' switch - was forced to watch an "utterly-awful series." Vice: The Sex Trade, "the most appalling documentary it has been my misfortune to see on British television." The Sunday Mail rallied its troops. "Do you think TV's rubbish? Is your family bored with the stale ideas TV bosses keep churning out? Is there far too much sex and sleaze on the box?" the Sunday Mail begged its sexually repressed readers to send in their ringing endorsements of its now, not so hidden agenda. A cash incentive was up for grabs. "We will pay for every letter that we publish." Can I be the only person in the Scottish media to say how refreshingly honest I find these programmes to be? Glasgow's Evening Times focused on one of the "evils which permeate society" and also begged readers to respond with their reactions to a 'safe' zone for 'rent boys.' Andrea Tuckerman set the tone by suggesting: "This type of support from a councillor will no doubt cause an outcry in certain quarters of society. No right-minded person disputes the fact that 14-year-old lads hanging around street corners to demand money for sex is unacceptable. In an ideal world rent boys would not exist." There was a bad smell out the back. Had the bin men forgotten to take away the Scottish Daily Mails? "He champions homosexual rights," scoffed a homophobic editorial smearing the Bishop of Edinburgh, Richard Holloway before squealing, he "confesses to having smoked cannabis." His call for its legalisation set fire to their pages. "RESIGN PLEA TO DRUGS BOAST BISHOP," they barked. The Scottish Daily Mail press-ganged anyone prepared to badmouth him: Mothers Against Drugs, Locals Against Drugs, a Tory law and order spokeswoman, the Chief Constable of Strathclyde police and, of course, someone from the Kirk. Too bad, when a few days later, Wee Free, Donald Macleod added cannabis was no more harmful than alcohol. Now this was no liberal! This is the homophobic Herald columnist, John Macleod's pop, f'r Chrissakes! But - as the Scottish Daily Mail were quick to point out - "Prof Macleod - a controversial figure even within his own church - was acquitted at Edinburgh Sheriff Court in May 1996 on charges alleging he molested five women." Another religionist commentator, "once friends" with the Bish, A N Other - sorry, A N Wilson - leapt in to catalogue "the risks to civilisation if we follow his moral path." (Some pal)! He bitched how the cheeky Bish, intending to stand as a Member of the Scottish Parliament, "decided to stay in the church and fight the gays' corner" after the rank homophobia at last year's Lambeth Conference. A N Other was peeved the Bish "sees very little wrong with. homosexuality" and "the trivial and ultimately silly question of 'gay rights.'" Neither was he best pleased with the Bish's general attitude to sex. For A N Other, sex outside marriage was both "bad behaviour" and "immoral." Not just a bitch, but a bit of a snob as well, he sniffed: "Richard Holloway has had an unusual career in the Church - not that of the conventional Anglican vicar, educated at minor public school. His upbringing had been more Rab C Nesbitt than Barchester Towers." He remarked: "No wonder Islam is the only world religion which is growing apace, to judge, and ultimately to consume our filthy, corrupt society." Hold on a minute! This is the same A N Wilson that left the faith and divorced his wife, isn't it? The Scottish Daily Mail dragged Colette Douglas Home out by her twin-set and pearls to describe Bishop Holloway as "a trendy bishop grabbing the headlines." (Grab? He doesn't want your headlines, sweetheart)! And moaned about having to "run the gauntlet of unpopularity with our youngsters because we know that in the long run they will benefit from the strictures we impose. Then along comes a populist bishop and contradicts all we've been saying." Pity. For as long as this "populist" Bish has to "run the gauntlet of unpopularity" in the Scottish media, we know that in the long run they will benefit from some of the strictures he imposes. Then along comes the Scottish Daily Mail and contradicts all he's been saying! They were not the only ones. The Daily Record's Tom Brown had to heave himself up out of his fireside chair to moan: "Bishop Richard Holloway, has for years specialised in sermons of spectacular silliness. Ignorance, anything-goes libertarianism and a happy-clappy carefree blindness to the consequences were to blame. We are now paying the penalty for our 'harmless' pursuits of the 60s." And, after confessing to a smattering of the weed on his All-Bran in the 60s "These days, the only thing I take on my All-Bran is a banana." For fuck's sake, listen to yourself, Tom! You sound like it's stuck up your arse! ooo In Edinburgh, the Daily Star of Scotland found "snooty surgeons" at the Royal College trying to block sex shop Fantasies from getting its licence renewed. In Glasgow, the Evening Times had to cover their noses with a lace, lavender scented hanky as they passed Soho Books in Glasgow's Gallowgate. "SHUT DOWN THIS SLEAZY PORN DEN," they squealed. Glasgow's Evening Times helped launch a police investigation after its censorial chief reporter, Iain Duff, strolled in to find "sickening hard-core pornography. openly on sale." He shrieked: "Shocking videos and magazines are imported from Europe - and sold OVER the counter for up to ukp45 each." Then came the mantra I've heard more times than: "Have you got a Reward card?" This was a "SICK STORE," he gasped. A "sleazy shop," with "shocking videos" dealing in a "vile adult trade" of "every sick perversion and fetish imaginable. a Mecca for the 'dirty mac brigade.'" Of course, church leaders were called on to be "disgusted" and order the shop be "closed down immediately." A local resident was found, prepared to say; "the porn could be seen by children." It appeared "the store also stocks hard-core gay videos. A massive selection of videos. Not certified by the British Board of Film Classification." Best advertisement they could have! The date this appeared was "August 18th, 1999" Yes, that's 1999, not 1899. Do 15-year-old gay guys have to be riddled with guilt when they choose to express their sexuality? At least one Sheriff thought not after 33-year-old Dean Stewart, the manager of Our Price records in East Kilbride had it away with a 15-and-a-half-year-old. It was thrown out of court "because a Sheriff claimed the youngster was happy to take part in his sick sex games," puffed the Daily Star of Scotland. "The pervert. took advantage" of the "teenage boy..., abused him" and "performed sex acts on him." Isn't it amazing how oh-so-bloody-liberal they turn when it comes to justifying more tits on their pages? Colette Douglas Home in the Scottish Daily Mail thought the lad could be "damaged by a relationship he might later regret." So no one will be bullying him into getting married then? "They indulge their lust then talk about the price of steak pies," sniffed the prudish Scottish News of the World, whose readers must think Fray Bentos is on the lines of haute cuisine. They took to spying on the boss of Sports Division while he took time off to have some extra-marital fun with fellow executive, Mary Rigby "in Room 3 of a ukp35-a-night motel on the M6." Mary booked the room "under the false name of 'Mrs Barnes.' But as many travellers will know, the dividing walls between rooms in the motel are not that thick, so the guest in Room 2 last Tuesday could hear everything going on next door. 'The headboard was banging against the wall,' said the guest." Sports Division boss, Dave Whelan goes home to his wife Pat afterwards. "They have been married for over 30 years and have two grown-up children." (The Scottish News of the World has around four-and-a-half million readers who aren't). "A SICK peeping Tom. Climbed onto a bench and leered at (a) woman as she slipped out of her swimming costume in a cubicle. But horrified Paula Adam spotted the perv perched above her and hit the roof." His "disgusting" behaviour was reported to police and he was charged at Perth District Court "with conducting himself in a disorderly manner." The tabloid added how "the court heard the hotel, which prides itself on its family atmosphere had been plagued by peeping Toms." And emphasising just how narrow the Scottish News of the World's definition of 'normal' really is, a neighbour was reported saying: "I thought that he was a normal family man with a wife and a couple of young kids to look after." Despite a rise in vigilantism throughout Scotland, this tabloid still fans the flames of hate: "IS there a pervert in YOUR town? Help us expose them by calling us on 0141-420 5301. We'll ring straight back." The Big Issue in Scotland printed a letter from Catherine Harper of Scottish Women Against Pornography responding angrily to my letter in support of lifting the magazine's ban on gay chatline ads. Speaking on behalf of her feminist matriarchs, she reckoned "pornographic phone lines are part of the multi-million pound industry that also exploits homosexuals." A good argument for having erotica prescribed by your doctor on the NHS, I think! She added: "Garry Otton's suggestion that any opposition to pornography will be used against gay sexuality is as illogical as his argument that opposition to pornography is actually opposition to sex itself." Ground control to Catherine Harper? Come in, Catherine Harper? Well it isn't Scottish Women Against Pornography who have become the victims of the 1876 Customs Consolidation Act, that prohibits the importation of material deemed 'indecent' by Customs officials, police or postal workers and subsequently, Sheriffs or magistrates. Perhaps if those who so vociferously complain about sex crime, didn't delude themselves about the real underlying causes, by lying, covering up their crusade's real aims and distorting research, we might get answers. Sexual violence has been around long before anyone could have blamed flickering Super 8's of Mrs Crow being rogered by Mr Collier on a nylon quilt in Coatbridge. Surely, only those who see sex as 'defiling' or sexually active women as 'fallen' are likely to see sex as a means to hurt women. ooo FIGHT! FIGHT! There was a bit of bother in the media playground akin to Muriel Gray ripping off Old Mother (Joan) Burnie's bloomers and waving them about in the Sunday Herald. Mu was not best pleased when old Mother Burnie picked on her pal, Paula Yates. Burnie "suggested that Michael Hutchence, had he lived, would have wanted to have three-way sexual intercourse with Paula Yates and one of her underage daughters." Old Mother Burnie patched together a defence in the Daily Record before Mu's column went out on the Sunday, adding a load of guff about how much she respected Mu and how good she thought she was at writing, blah-de-blah... Mu accused Burnie of "unadulterated nastiness" before sniping, "well, there's a PhD in psychiatry there for somebody who can be bothered to unpick that one." I roared! In an unexpected show of support for the liberal-minded. The Daily Record rallied round the English mum who took her daughter's school to court over a girl's right to wear trousers in school. Its editorial had to draw the line somewhere, of course, suggesting it could also be OK for boys to wear skirts, just "as long as they called them kilts." I haven't met a gay man yet who knows who the hell Cameron Buttle is. Au contraire, say the Sunday Herald. "Cameron attracted a following among gay viewers when he read news bulletins, and WAS bombarded with requests for photographs from adoring male fans, much to the amusement of his girlfriend Fiona MacDonald. But his fan club shouldn't get too excited about his return. This time, Cameron will be working behind the cameras in production." Following a bunch of Outrage! Supporters at Gay Pride, I remember how we used to march past Downing Street screaming to the tune of the Conga: "PORTILLO'S FUCKING LILLEY! PORTILLO'S FUCKING LILLEY!" They were always carefully edited out of news reports. How wrong we were, eh? Now, Peter Lilley has told the world that he finds "homosexuality as unappetising as eating cardboard". Never having eaten cardboard, I can't comment. For the full Monitor, check out the SCOTTISH MEDIA MONITOR website! http://www.bigfoot.com/~scotmedia (c) Garry Otton 1999 -------------------------------------------------------------------- INVERNESS ========= Well folks, here I am, back after an absence for a couple of issues. New job taking up all my time. Oh, the joys of being a trolley dolly on the ScotRail trains. Tea? Coffee? Me? (Please!!) Managed to attend a Youth Group meeting recently, and was pleased to note several new faces, who seemed to enjoy the meeting and subsequent visit to Sleepers Bar at the Station Hotel. It ails me to think that soon I'll be too old to be in the Youth Group. (Happens to us all. Ed.) So hopefully the whispers of another group for the just over 26 year mark will amount to more than just the usual whispers. Sleepers Bar seems to be going from strength to strength, so I'm told. This is good to hear. This obviously proves how good the staff are as well. The latest copy of "Julia Gordon's Organ!" AKA The Tartan Skirt is now out on the streets. It is an interesting, amusing and informative read, so give it a go soon. Now Jackie Redding of Reach Out Highland has gone on to pastures new, her position has been filled very ably by Jacqui Brown, who was previously the Centre Manager. I've known and admired this lady for several years now, and I am delighted at her new appointment. Originally starting as the Scottish Aids Monitor Project secretary (working with Andrew Hunter) she really has played a stormer coming up through the ranks as it were. All good wishes to her. That's about all for now I'm afraid, see you all around - perhaps on the trains - say hello! There's a free cuppa in it for you. Calmac ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ABERDEEN ======== Ah, 'tis almost autumn once more, people. The leaves are slowly beginning to fall from the trees, and with the nip in the air that there was this morning, I wouldn't be surprised if were coming up for a cold snap very shortly. Gawd, hark at the old git moaning away, eh? So, after all the summer hedonism, surely it's time to find yourselves a nice cosy person to while away the winter months! Anyone who wishes to keep me warm all winter should get in touch by the usual means. Whilst I'm on the subject of winter, the millennium is fast approaching (as if you didn't know already!!). (Yes, just over a year to go now. Ed). No doubt there will be quite a lot of parties going on over the festive season, which is only three issues of ScotsGay away, so if anyone wants me to mention an event or a party should let me know as soon as possible. As I have said a hundred thousand million times before, we're not psychic, so if you don't tell us, we don't know!! One event that I can tell you about is the latest Aberdeen Switchboard do. Having been founded in 1978, the Switchboard will be celebrating their 21st anniversary with a do at the City Bar on the 30th October. It's a theme night, so get all yer glam rock and punk gear out, folks, as there are prizes for the best outfits. There will be a raffle, a disco and a late licence. Be there! And speaking of late licences, there's no use moaning that a pub doesn't open late enough, and then fail to use a late licence when the proprietor pays good money to get one. This is usually when happens. Similarly, Colin of Club 2000 had a word or two to say about the lack of support when he organised a boy-band to appear. It has been said time and time again, people, use it or lose it. Well, as the old cliche goes, that's all folks. Make the most of the summer weather while we still have it, and take care in the parks when it gets dark early! 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West Highlands Nudist, 60, enjoys swimming, outdoor life, seeks other outgoing guys in good shape for mutual admiration and shared times naked as nature intended. ALAWP. Box SG29118. Edinburgh Or Highlands Hotel/land owner sought for committed relationship with masculine, fit, hard working, genuine guy. ALA. Box SG29119. Prisoners - Anywhere Gay guy, masculine, fit, good looking, discreet and genuine, seeks friend/mate to write in prison. Friendship more for right guy. ALA. Box SG29120. Glasgow Area 6'2", dark eyes, 50 years old, SA, AL, good looking professional seeks similar SA, GL man for fun and friendship. 25-50. Box SG29121. Dundee - Tayside Early retired youthful mid 50's, slim, smooth body, clean shaven, passive, WLTM active, mature male for fun, friendship, mutual pleasure, possibly relationship. Can travel or accommodate. Box SG29122. East Lothian - Anywhere 38 year old guy, 5'7", medium build, not bad looking or so I've been told, caring and romantic, looking for 1-2-1 relationship with guy 20-40. Photo appreciated. ALA. Box SG29123. Glasgow - Strathclyde - 3's Company R U between 18-28? Looking for some safe fun? We are 23 and 28, non smokers, offering to help out. Preferably non smoker unless you are cute! Box SG29124. What You See Is What You Get Scottish guy, black hair, green eyes, seeks gay male, 24-32 for clubbing, pubbing, nights in/out and long lasting relationship and travelling friend. No time wasters. Box SG29125. Glasgow Drinking Partners Wanted 25, intelligent, recently returned to Scotland, likes beer, conversation, cinema, travelling, reading, seeks friends and maybe more under 35. Let's go out and have some fun. Box SG29126. Glasgow - Central - Anywhere Mid 30's guy, 5'10", slim, 10st, fit, short crop, 'tache, GSOH, passive, looking for fit top for no strings fun. Can accommodate. Box SG29127. Glasgow - Edinburgh Bi-curious, not unattractive 50+ NS WLTM similar 20-50 for cerebral and other friendship. Photo appreciated. Varied interests. Box SG29128. Tayside 42 year old man looking for others into CP either give and/or take. Can accommodate or travel. I'm SA, GL, looking for all ages. ALA. Box SG29129. Lifetime Partner Wanted Shy, 30+, 5'11", slim, seeking professional gay guy, 25+, slim, straight acting, for serious 1-2-1 relationship. Willing to relocate for right guy. Can assure you won't be disappointed in a very loyal, loving guy. Aberdeenshire or anywhere. Box SG29130. Glasgow 35 year old seeks top guy/s for fun times. I'm 5'6" in height, hairy chest and legs and like active guys under 40. Can travel and accommodate. All letters answered. Box SG29131. Central Edinburgh Versatile Indian guy, 40's, seeks discreet, no strings, fun with guys in the Edinburgh City area only. Any race or age. Total discretion required and offered. Regret cannot travel or accommodate. Box SG29132. Dundee - Tayside - Mill 'O' Mains Sincere bear cub type, 33, looking for friendship/relationship. Looks, age not important. You must be big and hairy though and like dogs. Frank letter and photo ensures fast reply. Box SG29133. Wrestling Fan Tall, muscular, 31 year old into wrestling, WLTM other normal guys 20-35 interested in some sweaty fun! Your photo gets mine. Box SG29134. Lanarkshire - Glasgow - Edinburgh 50, tall, slim, cropped, seeks guy. Me passive, likes sports, music. You: it doesn't really matter. Box SG29135. Nordic Types Wanted Tall, blond, fair-skinned guy aged 18-30 sought by 20 year old, broad built, 6ft, brown hair, blue eyed, intelligent Glasgow guy. Can accommodate. Photo appreciated. ALA. Box SG29136. Glasgow - Anywhere 22 year old lad, good body, smooth, tall, athletic, would like to pose for private collection. Write with photo, details of desires. Anything reasonable considered. No fees. Box SG29137. Young Top Wanted By 45 year old bottom dad for no strings. You should be 29 or younger, top, and seriously into topping an older guy. Box SG29138. Glasgow - Central Scotland Attractive 26 year old, athletic, muscular build, WLTM older 30+ active couple/male. Interests include mild CP. Would also like to try leather. Box SG29139. Edinburgh - Glasgow Attractive guy, 35, seeks city gent, for daytime fun. Discretion assured. ALA. Box SG29140. Inverness Area Mature, handsome, adult male seeks potential long term relationship or just friends. Many interests. ALA. Photo/phone. Box SG29141. Russia - Germany - Turkey - Anywhere Friends, contacts, mags, etc., wanted by Highland Scotsman. ALA. Photo etc. Box SG29142. Initiation Ceremony I am training a young lad - he has shown promise but has been disobedient recently. As a lesson, I am going to subject him to enforced multiple swallowing and 'A' Level examinations. I would invite other 35-55 year old participants to reply. Mild CP/bondage may be needed also. Box SG29144. Son Wanted Do you consider yourself not good looking or just plain, and maybe a bit shy or camp, or a student who needs a bit of pampering? Then let this busy businessman treat you to an occasional night out and, of course, in. Pic helps. Box SG29145. Very Genuine Man 30-45 Out There Paul, 30, slim, 5'7", looking to meet genuine man, 35-45, slim/medium build. Looking for genuine love, friendship, honesty and all in return. ALA. Have own flat and car. Box SG29146. 34 Needs Love, Caring, Sex! You will be 45-65, into a 1-2-1 relationship four times a night with wine, beer, massage, home cooking, living together. Not into S&M, smoking, young men, sheep (well, maybe!). Write soon. Condoms waiting by your slippers. Edinburgh only. Box SG29147. Inverness - Oban - Perth 35 year old looking for 18-30 year old for fun and friendship. Can accommodate and travel. Many interests. GSOH. Tight butt. Into "O". May try W/S. Photo ensures reply. Box SG29148. Leather Rubber Sub Wanted Good looking very well equipped leather master wants horny new leatherboy sub, 18-35, to introduce to BD, CP and safe leather fun. Good chance for a keen novice to try leather. Box SG29149. Heavy Guy In Need Of Love 46 year old heavy guy who lives in Falkirk would like to meet anyone who is interested. Please write soon. Box SG29150. Edinburgh My boyf is off to the USA for a couple of weeks. Anybody like to play whilst he's away? 40 year old heavy built guy seeks serious no strings enquiries from young smooth chested guys who know what they want! Box SG29151. Dundee - Central 20 year old GL student, 6'3", dark brown hair, blue eyes, seeks genuine GL 19-27 year old for potential relationship. Photo appreciated. Box SG29152. Coatbridge - Anywhere Submissive guy, 62, into bondage, whipping, SA, likes being abused and used, seeks guy, any age, for evenings of fun and pleasure. Wants to be shown the ropes. ALA. Box SG29153. Gay Christian - 53 - Seeks A Friend I could do with a close lesbian or gay Christian to help me through my time in prison and my faith and come and visit me. Any age. Box SG29154. 2's Company - 3's Even More Fun! Two friendly, sincere guys, Glasgow area, 35/36, into any safe horny fun, seek like-minded guys (18-35) for uncomplicated fun and maybe relationship. Genuine guys only! Box SG29155. Edinburgh Cuddly 42 year old, hairy, looking for a smooth young guy to snuggle up to. Regular fun and friendship offered to the right guy. Non smoker preferred. Box SG29156. Glasgow: Nephew Sought A muscular young man to admire, wrestle, be sensual with who is maybe also into cycling, local walks and railways. I'm fit, fifty, 5'8" with no phone and always skint! ALA. Box SG29157. Edinburgh Skinhead 34, zero crop, into DM's, army kit, rubber, leather, skin gear and WS, poppers and used gear. Want to meet other skins into hot wet fun. ALAWP. Box SG29158. Glasgow 35, 6'1", slim build, WE, seeks 25-35 active slim guy for regular hot fun. Your place only. Box SG29159. Edinburgh Area - Good Home Offer Good home TLC offered to young man requiring a firm hand, hols abroad, etc. Must be honest and genuine in need of an older but young at heart caring man. Box SG29160. Glasgow West End guy, 35, seeks guys 25-40. I'm honest, reliable, good body, WE. Seeking similar looking for long time commitment with right guy. No time wasters please. Box SG29161. North East Fife Non scene, late 30's, offers free firm massage to under 50's. Very broad minded and open to your ideas. Afternoons best. My place. ALAWP. Box SG29162. Smelly Armpits Edinburgh guy, 45, hairy, offers not to wash for suitable young guy. ALAWP. Box SG29163. Ayrshire - Glasgow Are you 21-30's and looking for more than a one night stand? Me too! 36 year old gay male, varied interests, prefers homely life to scene, looking for lovable, loyal, caring, fun loving guy for fun, friendship and possible 1-2-1. It could be you! Can accommodate and travel. Box SG29164. Hung Guy Wanted For Fun And Games Versatile 30's guy seeks hung guy for friendship and mutual pleasure. Age, looks, colour not as important as good times. Detailed letter and/or photo ensures reply. Fife, Tayside, Angus, Anywhere. Box SG29165. Going Local In Ayrshire? Recently returned to find... nothing! My petrol bill to Glasgow could fund 3rd World Country. Time to meet a local guy, I think. 24, SA, good looking WLTM similar. Photo please. Box SG29166. Grease Monkey Wanted Genial classic car collector, 40's, seeks young guy who wouldn't mind getting his hands dirty! Box SG29167. Skinhead Daddy Seeks Skinhead Son Edinburgh, 38, SA, 'O' crop, fit. Seeking son, well disciplined, outdoors type, into bootworship, WS, training. Other qualities: loyalty, honour, duty, capable of loving. Can travel/accommodate. ALA. Photo appreciated. Box SG29168. Stirling Local guy (40) seeks student friend. I have a flat only minutes from the Uni and can offer discreet fun and friendship to suitable young guy. Box SG29169. ***Bisexual Edinburgh - Glasgow - Anywhere Bi-curious? Beginner? Why not explore possibilities with a discreet mature guy. If you're under 22, and would like to learn what it's all about, then get in touch. Your limits respected. I can accommodate or travel. Total discretion assured. Box SG29102. Young Looking 30 Something Looking for slim feminine long haired blond guy, 21+, for nights in cuddling on the sofa. I am GWM 35 years old, slim hairy bod, tall, dark haired, GSOH, WE. Box SG29114. ***Straight Edinburgh Straight guy, 30, hard working and happy with life. WLTM straight or bi female, must have a sense of humour! ALAWP. Box SG29106. ***Passing Glances Edinburgh - Nexus Cafe You: lead singer of Summer House. Me: 5'7", half-Japanese, blue hair. You sing like an angel. I think you're cute. Box SG29105. ***Accommodation Required Edinburgh 26 year old professional moving to Edinburgh shortly, looking for room/flat to rent in city centre area with similar age bracket. Box SG29110. Inverness 20 miles radius Inverness. Mature guy, 2 dogs, needs accommodation. Long term. Anything considered. Prefer rural. Box SG29142 or Phone Farr (01808) 521489. ***Friends Abroad Oooh Canada! Nice Canadian guy, 36 years old with black hair and brown eyes would like to hear from nice Irish, Scottish or British guy age 18-25. Write: Roger Le Roux, 555, rue de la Tourelle, app. 1, Qu‚bec (Qu‚bec), Canada, G1R 1E4. E-mail: rogerqc99@yahoo.fr Germany Calling! Handsome, Indo-German aristocratic gay couple: 45 + 32 years, from Munich/Germany, (my lover studied in Dundee), both serious professionals, non-smokers, genuine and fun to be with: searching for really attractive Scotsman, active tops (or versatile), for friendship, visits and hosting. Enjoy the outdoors, hiking, nature walks, the theatre, opera and much more. Intelligent, lively minds and a sharp wit: warm open hearts and laugh wrinkles around the eyes. Your open, frank and detailed letter with photos per E-mail or letter most appreciated. E-mail: rguha@eso.org Write: R Guha, Bahnhofsplatz 5, Apt 49, D-85737 Ismaning, Germany. Hong Kong Hi! I would like to find some snail mail penpals all over the world. I like writing letters, collecting stamps, shopping, reading, etc.. If you also want to be my pal, write to me soon. Bye!! Write: Phyllis Chan, Flat A, 1/F, Blk. 1, Laguna City, Kwun Tong, Hong Kong. E-mail: c_purin@hotmail.com ***Jobs Offered Cash For Your Body Photogenic guys can earn ukp75 cash - or ukp100 with chest and arm definition - posing for Mike Arlen who has had 13 glossy magazines published called Mike Arlen's Guys. Send snapshots of your magnificent body to him: Mike Arlen, Wetherby Studios, 23 Wetherby Mansions, Earls Court Square, London. SW5 9BH or call on 020-7373 1107. Models Wanted Previously published photographer needs good looking guys (18-25) who want to earn ukp20 per hour for publication work. For details please telephone Stuart on 0141-636 6556 (No withheld numbers please) or E-mail me: sborg16184@aol.com ***Services CAFFMOS Contacts and friendships for men over sixty. The organisation for the more mature gentleman and his admirers. Write to: CAFFMOS, PO Box 2273, Hove. BN3 2GF. Or Phone 01273 220995 for information. Computer Headaches? For fast relief, contact PCMS. Troubleshooting, upgrades, PC setup, New PCs built to your requirements. E-mail: PCMS@pobox.com or Fax/Tel: Douglas, 0141-636 1510. WWW: http://www.pobox.com/users/pcms Contact Mag Contact Mag for adults: contains over 900 photos. Approval copy from: Matchmaker (K38), Chorley, PR7 4BS. Or ring: 01257 483335 (24 hours). Free TV/TS News A Tranny not for profit newsletter. Views, news, venues and free personal adverts. A5 sae: BM Box 2534, London. WC1N 3XX. Golden Wheel Seeking discreet gay or bisexual new friends, male or female? Long standing service, all areas and worldwide. Send stamp for details to: (Sadie), The Golden Wheel, Liverpool. L15 3HT. Interior Design Interior design can be affordable. Beautiful curtains, stunning rooms created to order. Huge selection of fabrics available, rooms created to your specifications. Business enquiries welcome. Call Douglas on FREEPHONE 0800 980 2275. International Pen Friends Would you like to correspond with gay men all over the world? It is possible through INTERGAY, an international gay pen club. For info, write to: INTERGAY, Voorstraat 12-A, 4033 AD, Lienden, The Netherlands. Make The Most Of Your Garden This Year Personal touch landscape design and planting services - serving the entire central belt. Let me deliver a personal design solution to your garden from design to completion. All tasks considered and estimated for, first consultation offers free advice and no obligation. Call 07970 421153. Worldwide Penfriends Regular lists. Make friends, exchange holidays, improve your languages. For general and music lovers' lists send ukp3: "The Penpal List", c/o 221B Merton Road, Southfields, London. SW18 5EE. ***Boyz Back Rubs Back Rub Plus The ultimate in exotic back rubs given by friendly, well built and horny guys. Let us rub you the way you want. Call Mike or Chick. Tel: 0141-889 1764. Central Lanarkshire Boy - 22 VWE, smooth, toned, bi lad offers discreet, friendly, allround experience. Satisfaction guaranteed. For the ultimate in rubs, call Liam. Out/in calls. Mobile 07990 917289. Central Scotland Black Top, active Muscular VWE lad, six footer, 12.5 stones. 27, smooth with strong arms and thighs, offers a discreet and friendly back rub. In or out calls, Call Chris 07050 082461 or 0141-579 7273. Edinburgh Cuddly chubby gay man offers discreet personal service to genuine callers. ukp20. 0131-653 0436. Edinburgh - Mature Masseur Offers relaxing soothing and discreet massage. Especially non scene. Visits only. Call Robert: 0468 172815. Edinburgh - Transvestite Attractive friendly TV offers sensual personal services and creative role-play in comfortable discreet surroundings. Extensive fetish wardrobe and toy cupboard. Subs and first timers welcome. Call Laura on 0771 3009019. Escort/Massage Offered Hi! Want to relax? Let my trained hands send you to heaven and back. 22 year old, 6'1", WE, slim, very attractive and versatile. For unhurried personal attention, page me on 01523 181882 or E-mail: djmbig@aol.com Glasgow Escort/Massage - 23 Ancient Roman massage and escort services for masters 18-80 by a masculine 23 year old slave boy. Your ultimate wishes satisfied. Full 1« hour service: ukp30. My place only. Jason. 07931 120394. Glasgow Joe Skin, pierced, friendly service, 24 hours, in/out, smooth skinned. Call me: 0403 480601. Massage For Men Great relaxing sensual pampering by qualified genuinely caring masseur. 1 hour full body session ukp15 - includes soothing candles, music, warm towels, shower, refreshments. Exceptionally good value. Jim. 0131-556 7199. Master Gives CP and verbal in fully equipped dungeon based in Glasgow City Centre. Call Charlie: 07931 657605. Public School Rugby Type Escort Well educated, discreet, bi-guy, 5'10", dark, muscular, offers a personal escort service, alone or with partner to genuine callers. Southern Scotland and Borders. Aromatherapy massage and games upon request. Call Chris 07050 682970. West Glasgow For the ultimate in pleasure! Let your body talk the language we understand. For the extra bit in value. All races welcome. Value guaranteed. Call Ross or Tony 07931 613616. ***Where to Stay Edinburgh 2 bedroom flat to let for Millennium Week (31st Dec to 6th Jan). Centrally located fully furnished. ukp1,000 plus ukp200 deposit. Box SG29101.˙ North East Scotland Farmhouse Retreat Bed & Breakfast Gay, non-scene, rustic, remote, private, warm relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy that extra special break you really need. Treat yourself. Discretion assured service. Details and other information: Telephone 01261 851154. Tayside B&B Gay friendly B&B, riverside setting, Strathtay, 30 miles North of Perth. Double or single. STB Four Stars. Own trout fishing available. Call Richard on 01887 820944. The Maltings Bed & Breakfast Small guest flat double room. Friendly Service. Homely atmosphere. Midway between Edinburgh, Dundee and Aberdeen. Call Peter on 01674 674148 or mobile 0831 438999. USA One Bedroom Condo, Los Angeles, California available for vacation rental. Located in West Hollywood, Walking distance to clubs, restaurants, bars, gym. Fully furnished, all new and updated, linens, etc. $650 per week. If interested call Michael at 00 1 714-381-5855, or write to Michael Winston, 8577 Rugby Drive #202, West Hollywood, Ca 90069, or E-mail: LagunaGuy9@aol.com. ------------------------------------------------------------- VENUES ====== aberdeen ABERDEEN WOMEN'S CENTRE Shoe Lane, off Queen Street. Tel: (01224) 625010. Fax: 01224 625777. Tue-Thu 10am-2pm. Where the women hang out. Lesbian group meets Wed 8-10pm. THE CITY BAR 25 Netherkirkgate. Tel: (01224) 619941. 11am-Midnight. Out 'n' About has relocated. It is run by the same people, but is in a much more suitable location and has a cosier atmosphere and comfy camp sofas. Initial reports are very favourable. CLUB 2000 62 Shiprow. Tel: (01224) 596999. 9pm-2am. Friendly, small and intimate pub/club. Entry charge Fri/Sat only. Free before 11pm and ukp2 after with no re-entry fee. dundee BAR XS St Andrew's Lane (behind Liberty Nightclub). Tel: (01382) 200660. Mon-Sat 8pm-Midnight. Sun 8-11pm. Cafe‚/bar for lgb clientele under the same successful management as Liberty to which it has its own entrance. CHARLIE'S BAR 75 Seagate. Tel: (01382) 226840. Mon-Sat 11am-Midnight. Sun 12.30-11pm.Previously known as Deva's and, before that The Gauger, Dundee's longest established gay bar has recently changed hands and is much improved. LIBERTY NIGHTCLUB 124 Seagate. Tel: (01382) 200660. Wed-Sun 11pm-2.30am. Good atmosphere, very popular disco with wide selection of sounds and the occasional act/PA. Thursdays and Sundays are quieter - but not much. edinburgh ATOMIX 60 Broughton Street. Tel: 0131-558 8174. Sat-Wed Noon-7pm. Thu-Fri Noon-8pm.A different world of gay shopping - gifts and toys for gay boyz and girlz. Formerly PJ's but now under new management. New catalogue available. E-mail: atomix@tinyonline.co.uk BLACK BO'S 57/61 Blackfriars Street. Tel: 0131-557 6136. Fri-Sat Noon-2pm. Daily 6-10pm. Superb little vegetarian restaurant. Friendly staff. Mixed clientele. Excellent value lunch menu. BLUE MOON 1 Barony Street/36 Broughton Street. Tel: 0131-556 2788 (Bar) or 0131-557 0911 (Office). Mon-Fri 11am-11.30pm, Sat-Sun 9-12.30am. Food served until 10pm. Popular lesbigay cafe‚/bar complex. BOBBIE'S BOOKSHOP 220 Morrison Street. Tel: 0131-538 7069. Mon-Sat 10am-5.30pm. Mixed bookshop selling a selection of UK and imported gay magazines. C32 CAFE 32c Broughton Street. Tel: 0131-557 2012. 10am-11pm. Stylish new gay friendly licensed cafe‚ with extensive menu including vegetarian selection. CAFE LUCIA 13-29 Nicolson Street. Tel: 0131-662 1112. Generally 10am-10pm but hours vary according to performances. Mixed bar attached to the Edinburgh Festival Theatre. Full of luvvies and their friends! CATWALK CAFE 2 Picardy Place. Tel: 0131-478 7771. 10am-1am. Busy, stylish and gay friendly. C.C. BLOOM'S 23 Greenside Place. Tel: 0131-556 9331. Mon-Sat 6pm-3am, Sun 4pm-3am. Karaoke on Thu and Sun. Male strippers Sun at 4.30pm. Disco every night from 10.30pm. CITY CAFE 19 Blair Street. Tel: 0131-220 0125. 11am-1am. Not as outrageously mixed as it used to be, but still seriously conventional. CLAREMONT BAR & RESTAURANT 133/135 East Claremont Street. Tel: 0131-556 5662. FAX: 0131-558 3539. Bar: Mon-Sat 11am-1am, Sun 12.30pm-1am. Restaurant: Mon-Wed 11.30am-2.30pm and 6pm-10pm, Thu-Sat 11.30am-10pm, Sun 12.30pm-10pm. Gay owned, gay friendly and renowned for courtesy, comfort and good food. E-mail: robin@scifipub99.freeserve.co.uk WWW: http://www.scifipub99.freeserve.co.uk/ CLOUDS 16 Forth Street. Tel: 0131-550 3808 FAX: 0131-550 3807. A gay-owned, Edinburgh based Letting Agency offering a comprehensive competitive service for Landlords/Owners for long-term & short-term property management. E-mail: cloudsacc@aol.com CYBERIA 88 Hanover Street. Tel: 0131-220 4403. Daily 10am-10pm (12pm-7pm Sun) Friendly mixed cybercafe‚ with friendly mixed staff. Where the wired queers hang out. E-mail: edinburgh@cybersurf.co.uk WWW: http://www.cybersurf.co.uk/ DIVINE DIVA'S The Venue (Top Floor), 15 Calton Road. Tel: 0131-556 8997. Every fourth Fri - 9.30pm-3am. Future dates: Fri 1st Oct, 29th Oct, 26th Nov, 24th Dec. Women only one nighter with all proceeds going to Edinburgh Switchboard. DUST Studio 24, 24 Calton Road. Info Line: 07901 600242 (DJ Dave). Thu 11pm-3am. Edinburgh's unique Goth, Industrial, Metal and Punk DJ's at the DUST Gothic Nightclub. ukp2. Happy hour. All sexualities. WWW: http://members.xoom.com/dust_net EDINBURGH GAY ESCORTS 19a Albany Street. Tel: 0131-558 1011. Provides escorts throughout Scotland. Walking tours of Edinburgh. Member of the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association. E-mail: barnaby@bmiln.demon.co.uk EDINBURGH LESBIAN GAY AND BISEXUAL CENTRE 58a and 60 Broughton Street. Houses Atomix, Nexus Cafe‚-Bar, OUTRIGHT Scotland, Pride Scotland and Massage for Health. Also provides meeting and noticeboard space for many lesbigay organisations. Private mailboxes available. FANTASIES 8b Drummond Street. Tel/FAX: 0131-557 8336. Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun Noon-9pm. Scotland's ORIGINAL licenced SEX shop where you'll be made welcome by the very bearish Vince (who's straight), Paddy (who isn't), Steve (who isn't either!) or Maya (who is a Hot Bi Babe!). Toys galore, video rental too! Glamour shop upstairs stocks larger sizes. FILTH: A CLUB WITH NO MORALS Studio 24, 24 Calton Road. Info Line: 0131-467 2551. Every 4th Sat: Next date, 9th Oct. 10.30pm-3am. Alan Joy's new project FILTH is an extension of his club MINGIN'. The emphasis will still be on dark, sexy, trance music but there will be a strict dress code at the door. Sexy clubwear, leather pants or even plain underpants (optional). If people start getting a wee bit frisky and disappear into dark corners with someone they shouldn't, does it matter? No bystanders or spectators allowed. Dress up or go somewhere else! Entry ukp5. FLY BAR 2 North St Andrews Street. Tel/FAX: 0131-556 9016. Mon-Sat 11am-1am, Sun 11am-11pm. Newly opened lgbt-friendly bar beside the bus station. Fri eve features DJ Alley Vegas in the upstairs Copa Lounge. Straighter during the day with more of an lgbt flavour in the evenings. FRENCH CONNECTION 89 Rose Street Lane North. Tel: 0131-225 7651. Mon-Sat Noon-1am, Sun 1pm-1am. Intimate bar just off Rose Street Crawl. Never a dull moment. Karaoke Tue/Fri. HOLYROOD TAVERN 9a Holyrood Road. Tel: 0131-556 5044. Noon-12.45am. Edinburgh's best kept secret. Real ale in a gay friendly atmosphere. Replaces The Cauldron. "If you must go on the scene, why not have some beer first?" Diverse Drinkers meet there on the first Monday of the month from 8pm - WWW: http://www.antipope.org/feorag/drinkers/ IGNITION @ THE MISSION Studio 24, 24 Calton Road. Info Line: 07901 600242. Every 4th Fri. Next date: 24th Sep - Oct/Nov/ Dec tbc. 11pm-3am. Two floors of clubs at Studio 24, Calton Road, Edinburgh. FUZE, an INDUSTRIAL music dance night on the 2nd floor. OVERLOAD an Indie, Rock, Dance night on the first floor. Drinks promotions. WWW: http://members.xoom.com/dust_net IN YER FACE Fly Bar, 2 North St Andrews Street. Tel/FAX: 0131-556 9016. For girlz: Fri 17th Sep, 15th Oct, 6th Nov. For boyz: Sat 24th Sep, 16th Oct, 13th Nov. 8pm-late (performance begins 8.30pm). Lap dancing club - women dancing for women and men dancing for men! Entry ukp5 - two for one on the door before 9pm. JOY Wilkie House, Cowgate. JOY Info Line: 0131-467 2551. 10.30pm-3am. Future dates: Sat 18th Sep, 16th Oct, 13th Nov.Joy, Scotland's most upfront gay club! ukp7 members/ukp9 non-members (reduced entry of ukp6/ukp7 before 11pm. E-mail: joy.scotland@virgin.net WWW: http://freespace.virgin.net/alanjoy.dj/joyhome.htm MASSAGE FOR HEALTH 58a/60 Broughton Street. Tel: 0131-669 8039, 0131-478 1090 or 07970 921209. By appointment only. Therapeutic massage from qualified practitioners Anne and John. Concessions available. MINGIN' Studio 24, 24 Calton Road. Info Line: 0131-467 2551. 10.30pm-3am. Next dates: Sat 25th Sep, 23rd Oct. Alan Joy's club Mingin' features Alan Joy himself on the decks plus Brian Dempster. ukp5 entry. E-mail: its.mingin@virgin.net WWW: http://freespace.virgin.net/alanjoy.dj/mingin.htm THE MISSION Studio 24, 24 Calton Road. Info Line: 07901 600242. 11pm-3am. Every second Sat. Next dates: 18th Sep, 2nd, 16th, 30th Oct, 13th, 27th Nov, 11th Dec. Alternative music nightclub. Three floors of clubs, Rock, Gothic and Indie/dance, at Burn, Earth-Inferno and Mission Control. Happy Hour, Music Promos, Live Acts. (The Mission is the largest alternative club in Scotland with an average attendance of 600 plus.) Three Floors of Clubs for different people at the new MISSION alternative music nightclub. The original Rock, Gothic and Indie/dance clubs. (Burn, Earth-Inferno and Mission Control.) ukp4/5. Happy Hour. All sexualities. The Mission is the largest alternative club in Scotland with an average attendance of 600 plus. WWW: http://members.xoom.com/dust_net NEW TOWN BAR 26B Dublin Street. Tel: 0131-538 7775. Mon-Sat Noon-1am. Sun 12.30pm-1am. Especially popular with Bears, but has wide clientele. Intense, the downstairs Disco is open Thu-Sun 10pm-1am. NEXUS CAFE-BAR 60 Broughton Street. Tel: 0131-478 7069. 11am-11pm. Great food and drink at reasonable prices. Live music every 2nd Monday, and regular quiz nights. Internet access available. E-mail: nexus1cb@aol.com No EIGHTEEN 18 Albert Place. Tel: 0131-553 3222. Mon-Sat Noon-10pm, Sun 2-10pm. Long established sauna club for gay gentlemen! OUT OF THE BLUE 1 Barony Street. (Downstairs at the Blue Moon Cafe). Tel: 0131-478 7048. Sun-Wed Noon-7pm, Thu-Sat Noon-8pm. Gay and lesbian store selling books, mags, videos, toys, wearing apparel, etc. PLANET OUT 6 Baxter's Place. Tel: 0131-524 0061. Mon-Fri 4pm-1am, Sat-Sun 12.30pm-1am. Food served: Fri 4pm-9pm, Sat-Sun 12.30pm-8pm. Popular and busy gay bar with friendly staff. SHEBANG Wilkie House, Cowgate. Tel: 0131-557 4656. Next dates: Sat 25th Sep, 3rd Oct. 11pm-3am. Mixed club with an all-woman DJ line up. WWW: http://www.webflyers.co.uk/shebang/ THE STAG & TURRET 1-7 Montrose Terrace. Tel: 0131-478 7231. 11am-1am. Friendly gay local just round the corner from the Solas Centre. SOLAS CAFE 2/4 Abbeymount. Tel: 0131-661 0982. Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 11am-4pm, Wed 5-9pm. Attached to Solas National HIV Information Centre. Good home cooking (everything cooked on the premises). Vegetarians and carnivores catered for. TACKNO Club Mercado, 36-39 Market Street. Tel: 0131-226 4224. Last Sun of each month 11pm-4am. DJ Trendy Wendy. Mixed and crowded club night. TASTE Wilkie House, Cowgate. Tel: 0131-557 4656. Sun 11pm-3am. Edinburgh's only weekly House dance club with DJs Fisher and Price, Martin Valentine and Stuart Barrie. Mixed. Previously at The Honeycomb. WWW: http://www.webflyers.co.uk/taste/ THEATRE ROYAL BAR 24 Greenside Place. Tel: 0131-557 2142. Mon-Sat Noon-Midnight. Basically straight, this Real Ale Bar (formerly a Gas Board Showroom) in the middle of Edinburgh's Gay Triangle attracts a fair number of queers for an off-scene pint before heading for nearby fleshpots. TOWNHOUSE HEALTH CLUB 51-53 East Claremont Street. Tel: 0131-556 6116. Noon-11pm. Plush new healthclub and sauna suite. Facilities include Gym with free weights, 2 Sauna cabins, steam room, Large Jacuzzi, Video lounge, TV lounge, Licensed bar, high powered stand up sun bed and resting facilities. Weekly Events: call for more details. Admission ukp10. Membership Fee of ukp2. E-mail: davidklan@bothysummerside.freeserve.co.uk TRANS-MISSION Studio 24, 24 Calton Road. Info Lines: 07901 600242 0788 099 1939 . 11pm-3am. Next dates: 25th Sep, 23rd Oct, 20th Nov, 18th Dec. BDSM mixed fetish night. Entry ukp6.00 (ukp5.00 Mission members or with flyer.) Strict Dress Code - no fetish dress no entry - 2 floors with private dungeons. Guest Masters and Mistresses. Mission DJ's. Alternative Pansexual. E-mail: dust_net@xoommail.com WWW: http://members.xoom.com/dust_net WEB 13 13 Bread Street. Tel: 0131-229 8883. Mon-Fri 9am-10pm, Sat 9am-8pm, Sun 11am-8pm. Informal mixed cybercafe‚ with homely and approachable staff. The largest cybercafe in Scotland with 19 terminals. Their regular happy hours provide (at ukp3.50 an hour) probably the cheapest web access in Scotland! E-mail: queries@web13.co.uk WWW: http://www.web13.co.uk/ WHARF BAR Unit 23, Waverley Centre, Waverley Bridge. Tel: 0131-558 8088. Sun-Wed 11am-11pm, Thu 10am-Midnight, Fri-Sat 10am-1am. Convenient for the station. Mixed. Popular with women. falkirk DROOKIT DUCK 16 Grahams Road. Tel: (01324) 613644. Mon-Wed 11am-3pm and 6-11.30pm. Thu 11am-3pm and 5pm-Midnight. Fri-Sat 11am-12.30am. Sun Noon-Midnight. Straight bar used by a few discrete local gays. Near to Grahamston station. galashiels GREEN'S DINER 4 Green Street. Tel: (01896) 757667. Tue 10am-5pm, Wed-Sat 10am-10pm. Relaxed Eurocafe‚ style every opening day from 10am-5pm, Full Restaurant Service from 5pm (Booking essential 10 days in advance for weekends). Mixed. E-mail: Greensdiner@hotmail.com glasgow AUSTINS 61b Miller Street. Tel: 0141-221 0444. Noon-Midnight. Food: Noon-7pm. Smart plush new bar. Upmarket. Overseen by Sharon and her friendly crew. Tuesday Club with Diane Field and Chris Miller. BENNETS DISCO 80-90, Glassford Street. Tel: 0141-552 5761. Tue-Sun 11pm-3am. Beautifully appointed busy club now on two floors. Frequent PAs. Tuesdays are straight. WWW: http://www.welcome.to/bennets.co.uk/ CCA Centre for Contemporary Arts @ McLellan Galleries, 270 Sauchiehall Street. Tel: 0141-332 0522. Lgbt-friendly arts complex temporarily located in the McLellan Galleries whilst their old building is being completely rebuilt to their requirements. CAFFE LATTE 58 Virginia Street. Tel: 0141-553 2553. Mon-Sat 11am-Midnight, Sun Noon-Midnight. European style diner. Relaxed atmosphere. Wide selection of pastas, pizzas and sandwiches. CENTURION 19 Dixon Street. Tel: 0141-248 4485. Fax: 0141-400 1080. Sun-Fri 11am-11pm, Sat 11am-7am (All Nighter). Reduced entry charge on Sundays! All the usual facilities. E-mail: centuriglw@aol.com CLONE ZONE 11 Dixon Street. Tel: 0141-248 2593. Mon-Wed 11am-7pm, Thu-Sat 11am-9pm, Sun 1-7pm. Clothes, videos, magazines, toys. In increasingly less temporary accommodation at the GGLC due to a building mishap at their Virginia Street premises to which they hope to return one day. E-mail: admin@clonezone.co.uk WWW: http://www.czone.demon.co.uk/ COURT BAR 69 Hutcheson Street. Tel: 0141-552 2463. Mon-Sat 8am-Midnight, Sun 12.30pm-Midnight. Intimate bar beside former Sheriff Court. Straight until mid-evening. DELMONICA'S BAR 68 Virginia Street. Tel: 0141-552 4803. Daily Noon-Midnight. Large pub - popular with the younger crowd. Nice if your face fits. FRUITFLY The Arches, Midland Street. Tel: 0141-221 9736. Third Sat of each month. Next dates: 18th Sep, 16th Oct. 11pm-4am. Mixed club run by Taste from Edinburgh. WWW: http://www.webflyers.co.uk/fruitfly/ GLC CAFE/BAR GGLC, 11 Dixon Street. Tel: 0141-400 1008. Daily 11am-Midnight. Full breakfast always available. Home cooking. Friendly and busy! GLASGOW GAY & LESBIAN CENTRE (GGLC) 11 Dixon Street. Tel/FAX: 0141-221 7203. Daily 10am-Midnight. Glasgow's community centre for lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transexuals. Cafe‚ Bar, Clone Zone shop, Information, Events, Free Newspapers, Function space for hire and innovative GGLC Art Gallery. Increasingly busy and popular! Fully wheelchair accessible venue. E-mail: gglc1@dircon.co.uk WWW: http://www.gglc.org.uk/ also see their Art Gallery: http://www.gglc.org.uk/index2.html INTERNET CAFE 569 Sauchiehall Street. Tel: 0141-564 1052. Mon-Fri 9am-11pm, Sat 10am-11pm, Sun 11am-11pm. Friendly staff, mixed clientele, full Internet access from ukp2.50 per half hour. Food served all day. E-mail: tim@linkcafe.co.uk WWW: http://www.linkcafe.co.uk/ THE LANE 60 Robertson Street Lane (off Argyle Street). Tel: 0141-221 1802. Mon-Fri 1-10pm, Sat-Sun Noon-10pm. "Exotic Gay Men's Club" with sauna and private cabins. Look for the green light. LOVE BOUTIQUE Alaska, Bath Street Lane. Tel: 0141-248 1777. 10.30pm-3am. 2nd Saturday of the month. Busy mixed club popular with the younger crowd. PENELOPE'S 18 Jamaica Street. Tel: 0141-400 1423. Mon-Tue 11pm-3am. Weekly club nights. DJ Greg. Regular PAs and drinks promos. Entry ukp3. THE POLO LOUNGE 84 Wilson Street. Tel: 0141-553 1221. Mon-Thu Noon-1am, Fri-Sun Noon-3am. Upmarket bar with low seating. WWW: http://www.pololounge.co.uk/ SADIE FROST'S 8-10 West George Street. Tel: 0141-332 8005. Noon-Midnight. Bar meals Noon-7pm. Great for a quiet drink. Nice and convenient for rail travellers to the North and East of Scotland. SILKS AND SECRETS 308 Argyle Street. Tel: 0141-572 1017. Mon-Sat 10am-5.45pm. Sun Noon-5pm. Clothes and toys catering for gay, transvestite and fetish tastes. Friendly understanding staff. Larger sizes stocked. TRADE The Arches, Midland Street. Tel: 0141-221 9736. 1st Sat of each month. 11pm-4.30am. The most famous club night in the UK with a host of big name DJs. Entry ukp10 in advance, ukp12 on door. TRON THEATRE CAFE BAR Chisholm Street. Tel: 0141-552 8587. Noon-Midnight. Friendly theatre bar. Mixed. E-mail: info@tron.co.uk WWW: http://www.tron.co.uk/ UNSCENE 13th Note Cafe‚, 50-60 King Street. Tel: 0141-553 1638. 1st and 3rd Wed. Doors open 8.30pm. Relaxed mixed club. Indie/whatever music policy. Guaranteed HiNRG-free zone. WWW: http://www.13thnote.com/ VICTORIA BAR 157-159 Bridgegait. Tel: 0141-552 6040. Daily 11am-Midnight. Basically straight, but justly popular with Glasgow's many Real Ale queens and dykes. VIOLATE PO Box 808, Glasgow. G71 7YN. Violate Club Line: 0909 46 44 112 (60p per min at all times).BDSM and general pervery. Operates in Glasgow and Edinburgh. E-mail: info@violate.co.uk WWW: http://www.violate.co.uk/ THE WATERLOO 306 Argyle Street. Tel: 0141-229 5891. Mon-Sat Noon-Midnight. Sun 12.30pm-Midnight. Semper idem! Popular, crowded, down to earth gay drinking shop. Scotland's oldest gay bar - what more can we say? Busy, busy, busy! Awarded the Betty Hutton seal of approval. inverness NICO'S BAR/BISTRO Glen Mhor Hotel, Ness Bank. Tel: (01463) 234308. Wed and Fri 9-11pm. Smart relaxed bar popular with some local gays especially on Wednesday and Friday nights (9.15pm onwards). Mixed clientele. STATION HOTEL Station Square, Academy Street. Tel: (01463) 231926. Wed and Fri 9-11pm. Inverness's main gay-friendly establishment. Smart hotel bar. Increasingly popular with Inverness gays who are tired of putting up with the antics of a certain homophobic establishment owner. stirling BARNTON BISTRO 3 1/2 Barnton Street. Tel: (01786) 461698. Mon-Thu 10.30am-Midnight, Fri-Sat 10.30am-1am, Sun Noon-Midnight. (Food: Day and early evening). Near to railway station, Mixed, busy, bohemian and friendly bar/bistro. Popular with students and Sons/Daughters of the Rock alike. Good food. Real Ale. ---------------------------------------------------------------- InsideOut: a monthly magazine for lesbians, gays and bisexuals. ISSN: 1360-9327. Edited, printed and published in Scotland. (c) Pageprint Publishing Limited, September 1999. PO Box 666, Edinburgh. EH7 5JW. In even numbered months, InsideOut appears as part of ScotsGay. Non profit use by the lesbigay community of material in the magazine will normally be permitted free of charge - but contact us first for permission. We haven't had sex with most of the people who appear in the magazine, so we don't actually know what their sexuality is. Maps: (c) Collins 1998. Reproduced by permission of HarperCollins Publishers Ltd. Editorial: Tel: 0131-539 0666. Fax: 0131-539 2999. E-mail: scotsgay@drink.demon.co.uk. Internet World-Wide-Web: http://www.scotsgay.co.uk/ Advertising: Tel: 0131-558 1279. Fax: 0131-539 2999. 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