SCOTSGAY MAGAZINE ================= ScotsGay is a monthly magazine for lesbians, gay men and bisexuals. Edited, printed and published in Scotland ScotsGay 60/- Light - Issue 47a - September 2002 ELECTRONIC EDITION ***Now available on the Web: http://www.scotsgay.co.uk/ How to Subscribe and Unsubscribe information is now at the END of the magazine. All Material Copyright (c) Pageprint Limited 2002. Permission is hereby given to distribute this material provided that this copyright notice is included and that distribution is specifically for non-profitmaking reasons. Distribution for profit must be done only with prior written consent of the magazine any deviation from this will be seen as an infringement of copyright. Hardcopies are limited to one per person for personal use only and such hard copies are subject to the same copyright restrictions as laid out above. The printed edition of ScotsGay is available by post at the following rates: 6 issue sub (UK & EC) 8ukp 6 issue sub (Overseas) 15ukp 12 issue sub (UK & EC) 15ukp 12 issue sub (Overseas) 28ukp Make Cheques and POs payable to 'Pageprint'or 'ScotsGay'and send them to: Subscriptions ScotsGay Magazine PO Box 666 Edinburgh Scotland EH7 5YW Inside this issue: Advertising Feature Edinburgh Inverness Filth Glasgow Scottish Media Monitor Bears Dundee Voice Personals Boxads Helplines Venues ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Advertising Feature =================== Living in the Sunshine - A Home On the Costa Blanca With only one gay bar in Torrevieja, it hardly seems a place you would want to sell up to go and live permanently. But the fact that lesbians and gays are doing exactly that just goes to show the attraction of a bit of Mediterranean sunshine. Only more than just a bit: 320 days a year of it! With regular flights to Alicante, only two and a half hours away, the city is as cosmopolitan as any other, and as liberal as any Spanish city could be. The same goes for nearby Benidorm. In Costa Blanca, sharing a barbeque and a delicious wine watching the sun go down behind the bougainvillaea while you plan who shares the driving on a weekend trip to Barcelona can be fun. It seems a whole world away from our dreary summers. Can I just mention the month of June at this point? It rained every day except one in Glasgow. Edinburgh was spoilt; they had two dry days and in Aberdeen... Well, they had three! That and TV programmes like A Place In The Sun make living in an English-speaking community in Spain more and more popular. The Costa Blanca is the perfect place to live and retire, learn Spanish, explore another country and another culture. Purchasing a home in Spain is easy. You can buy apartments from around GBP50,000 or a delightful villa with two or three bedrooms, a solarium (sun-roof) and a share of a swimming-pool from between GBP70,000 and GBP80,000. They are the perfect investment, especially when prices in the Costa Blanca are widely predicted to go up. Being part of the EU, living in Spain is fairly uncomplicated, pensions can be transferred to your bank account and there are plenty of opportunities to work in the English-speaking community too. Politically, discrimination is unlawful. The Department of Social Affairs has a department specialising in gay and lesbian affairs, homosexuals can serve in the armed forces and there is effectively an equal age of consent of 15. It is always a worry to leave behind your friends and family, but ask anyone living there: they are always happy to come out and see you. I wonder why? If you are interested in purchasing a property in Spain either for yourself or letting, Keysol are committed to sell new homes at builders' prices. For the cost of your airfare, they will put you up in a hotel for seven days and show you properties. If you buy one, your airfare is returned. Keysol can even help you with a Spanish mortgage. All you need is access to GBP2,000 when you are there so, if you see a place you like, the property can be reserved for you. If you would like a brochure, call 0141-576 8808. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Edinburgh/Dun Eideann ===================== Edinburgh has a brand new gay night and it will appeal to everyone! Wiggle is the latest gay night on offer and will be held in club Ego (Home of Joy) on Sat Oct 12th from 11pm-3am - tickets are GBP9. Cheaper tickets at the price of GBP7 are available if you go along to the pre-club party at Planet Out 10pm-1pm. In the main hall, DJs Trendy Wendy and Jon Pleased (London) will be camping it up big style with all the favourite tent tunes whilst the Cocteau Lounge will be playing an eclectic mix of sounds including R'n'B, Hip-Hop, chart, and Indie (House free!). This night deserves to be a success - let's face it, every one moans about nothing new happening on the scene. Drink promos will run throughout the night so you'll make back the entrance fee in no time and get your money's worth, tee hee! Last month, Planet Out hosted an absolute stomper of a charity night in aid of Positive Voice (a self help organisation for people living with or affected by HIV/AIDS). Resident DJs plus guest DJs including Alan Joy and Trendy Wendy kept tunes pumping as Planet's very own drag act Miss Ima Whoore provided side splitting entertainment as the night's hostess. Ima also had her hips shaking to the beat with two gorgeous dancers called 'BoyzOwn'. This friendly little establishment was filled to capacity with generous clientele only too willing to donate money to such a worthy cause. As well as the music, friendly staff and a general fun Thursday night atmosphere, the highlight of the night had to be the excellent prizes on offer in an unforgettable charity raffle. So many people deserve thanks for donating such fabby prizes, including vouchers, gift packs and hair cuts from Hayes, a meal for two and a bottle of wine from Howies, GBP300 of holiday vouchers donated very kindly by the pub-owning company, Lush toiletries donated (obviously by Lush), a trip up north for two courtesy of Robbie's Trail, Joy Passes, Lady Boy tickets as well as the usual voucher and champagne prizes! A good night was had by all (see photos this page) and GBP750 was raised - so well done and thanks to everyone involved or who donated money/prizes your help was much appreciated. xxx Club Tropicana (an end of summer party) will take place in Planet Out on Friday 4th Oct. Staff (including you, Franky Boy) will be dressed in swimwear and customers are encouraged to dress down too as a Mr and Mrs Wet T-shirt/Trunk Competition will be part of the goings on! Expect all of the usual summer tunes from a yet to be confirmed DJ. Hostess for the evening will again be 'Miss Ima Whoore' (in swimwear - worth going along for a laugh - cover that bulge!). Various prizes and giveaways will be distributed throughout the night for participation in Ibiza Uncovered games such as "How Low Can U Go?" (a limbo style contest) "Keep It Up" (don't ask!) and "I've Got A Lovely Bunch Of Coconuts". Something different for a Friday night, so why not give it a try? Throughout the month of October, 'Wee Alan' will be Edinburgh's answer to Geri Halliwell as I will be judging Planet Out's very own Pop Idol contest! This competition (in association with Jade Productions) will have application forms available at the bar. Auditions take place on Sunday 29th Sep in Planet Out (bar closed but filming will take place so make sure you are not camera shy!). Twenty lucky people will be called back on Sun 6th Oct and five finalists will then be picked to take place in a live final which will involve five rounds and a process of elimination with voting from the public and the judges! Last month I slagged off Joy's door staff and I would like to apologise a teensy wee bit as I actually got through the door this month. Joy now runs monthly at Club Ego and has been running for nine years. It's an excellent night with a more dancy club-like feel to it (no cheese played, sorry guys!). I always think Joy is good for a change and would recommend it to anyone who hasn't been. If you're one of those people who regularly whinges about going to CC's every week go and give Joy a try! Over the September weekend, establishments such as CC's and Habana were still packed despite people travelling far afield to classy places like Blackpool and London to enjoy the weekend! Habana has its usual pre-club Luvely nights and Quizieoke on a Thursday (with proceeds going to Waverley Care) as well as cash prizes and a bar tab up for grabs! I always love Habana mostly because the service is fast, efficient and friendly. I'd also like to personally thank the staff for continually having to scrape me off the ground when I am on one of my drinking binges! DJ Jonboy is on the decks at the end of every week with 'Miss Cilla Slack' making an appearance on the last Sunday of every month. CC's is (as always) jam packed - no matter what alternative attraction is available. Whatever the weather or time of year, CC's is always packed. Karaoke on a Thursday and Sunday and a mixture of pop/club tunes downstairs as well as 70's and 80's on a Tuesday keep the punters more than happy. Lothian Gay and Lesbian Switchboard are having a fundraising ball on Nov 2nd (I know that's ages away but only 850 tickets are available) - three bars, (two in the ceilidh room and one in disco). Theme for the evening is black and white. Phone 0131-550 8997 for info and tickets - Credit Cards accepted. I hope everyone on the scene found the story about the man getting caught shagging a traffic cone up Calton Hill as funny as I did - apparently he's been caught shagging shoes before! Oh well, whatever turns you on! Here are my Top Tips for partying: Tuesday nights, Pink Pound at Planet Out and DJ Jonboy's Quizieoke at Habana on Thursdays. A big sorry to Frenchies, Edinburgh's oldest established gay bar situated in Rose St as I haven't been there for donkey's but promise to make it along this month! As always big hugz and kisses to the Newtown. Fear not, Claremont, 'Wee Alan' will be paying you a visit shortly also. xxxx And if The Tank Engine promises not to laugh at me again, I'll be visiting the Laughing Duck before the month is out. Maybe even for Velvet Chains, the spanky-spanky Goth party which God is running on Friday 18th Oct. I hear that Mark has sold the Holyrood Tavern and is going to fulfill his lifetime's ambition by opening a bookshop in South Queensferry. The howff has been bought by another Mark (Mark 3) who intends to change the place very little! And the Scottish Licensed Trade News tells that the Stag and Turret is also up for sale. Well, Sweethearts, enjoy the month of October. Xmas is on the way. Do e-mail me with any gossip or goings on! Wee Alan E-mail: weealan@drink.demon.co.uk -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inverness/Inbhir Nis ==================== Without any warning, Inverness has burst back onto the gay map with the arrival of The Gate - a bar/restaurant especially for us - and about bloody time! At last somewhere in the town we can let our hair down and call our own. Thanks to the 'Saviours of our Scene' - Darren and Adrian - throwing caution to the (quite considerable) wind, us gay folk can now get together for a great time amongst our own people. The opening of the bar by the new management with gay nights on Tuesdays and Fridays signalled the opening of the homosexual flood gates and plenty of us were going to make the most of it. With a welcoming attitude - 'it's your bar, enjoy it' - from Darren and Adrian it has immediately became home to many regulars and has successfully merged gay and straight clientele, whatever night of the week. Complete with tasteful modern decor (in much of it!) and a surreal toilet, it's a place you can instantly call your local. And many do. The aim is to have The Gate as a 7-days-a-week gay bar within 18 months, but having already had complaint letters to the local press about its 'undesirable' customers, it's clear that in a city like Inverness it's advisable to take time with these things, gently adjusting the shockable population to the new venue. However, we say fuck 'em. Opening night was stretched out over several weeks in the best tradition of making the most of it, and It can be truly said people came from all around to discover the new place - Elgin, Harris and even Australia. With cut-priced drinks and lethal own-recipe pitchers it never takes long for the evening to start swinging, and the DJ ensures never a dull moment to stay sitting down with a great mix of up-to-date dance toons as well as the inevitable cheesy selection. Already there are some notable punters who just cannot stay sitting down for long and every week they - umm - 'entertain' us with their 'dancing'. They know who they are... So it seems that Inverness is now fit to take great giant steps into the gay world (sort of) and if everything goes to plan can claim to have its first 100% gay bar before very long. In the meantime we have a considerable task ahead of us to introduce the 'intolerant' members of our society to our lifestyle, oh, and tasteful clothing. STOP PRESS As you may have heard on the news recently, Inverness was struck with torential down-pours resulting in unbelievable flooding and chaos throughout the City. At one point no traffic could get in via the A9 as the dual carriageway feeding the city had completely collapsed. Unfortunately The Gate was also a casualty in this drama, suffering severe water damage through the roof, resulting in the kitchens being written off and the lower ground toilets and offices beyond repair. Luckily, though, there is a sunstantial silver-lining to this cloud - Darren and Adrian have decided to use this disaster to their advantage and re-vamp the entire bar. For the weeks throughout September The Gate will be closed and the changes implemented. Early plans involve the re-design of the bar area, making room for more seating especially at the front where the customers can sit and eat, while the toilets and kitchens will be completely renewed. Oh, and how about a new sound-system as well? There is still loads to be done, but the target is to have the new-look bar re-opened in October - let's hope they can find a plumber who can keep an appointment! Ness-Quick E-mail: ness-quick@drink.demon.co.uk ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Filth ===== The Order of Perpetual Indulgence's expert on moral degeneracy, Sister Athletica de la Bain, uses what little eyesight she has left on some bona new R18 releases. Michael Lucas' Pick of the pack Zipper Video (76 mins) Here we see Zipper doing what Zipper does best. Muscled man on muscled man action with some of the many new, and future stars, of the porn circuit. If you like your men muscled, shaved (yes that American thing) tattooed and 'versatile' then this is 76 minutes of bliss. We might even forgive Michael for being a bit mean with the time doing to us what he has done to his studs (shaving) no less than 14 minutes off this standard priced video lovely. Or am I being too Scottish? In any event the time goes all too quickly in this latest Zipper offering , but there's always the rewind, just remember to feed the cats. Weekend On The Farm Just 18 Video (92 mins) The blurb tells us: "Out in the fields the temperature rises as the horny young farmhands strip off in the summer sun." In reality there does not seem to be a farm or farmhand - to match my horny image - in sight. However, for 92 minutes, we have what can best be described as lads, good range of ages, sharing some moments at a 'leisurely' pace in what could even be a convent. Things to do around the pianoforte, on the balcony and a very Changing Rooms style pool are the settings for a rather unimpressive demonstration of guy on guy action. Euroboy Hard - boys with big cocks. Zipper Video (90 mins) Another success for the Euroboy International series. A must for the devotees of the series which they may take delight in knowing this could run longer than the infamous Rocky sequels. As the title would suggest this is lad on lad, (of an age where it is legal we are assured) and lad on man action packed 90 minutes. These young apprentice tradesmen , in the convention sense, are invited to take on extra curricular training in the homes of their customers. The subject of many a pub anecdote, in reality we all enjoy and at the same time are old enough to accept it to be in the realms of 'the wish being the father of the thought'. Be that as it may, the question remains: do these lads get the credit they deserve when awarded their City and Guilds? We certainly hope so! Get up close and personal with this quality video before these lads graduate out of movie business. * Thanks to the awfully folk people at MPG, we've got three VHS copies each of the first two flicks to give away to readers. Send the usual postcard to ScotsGay Giveaways, PO Box 666, Edinburgh. EH7 5YW. Make sure that you include your name and address and indicate the video you would like. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Glasgow/Glaschu =============== Salutations and felicitations gentle folk. Yes it's that time again, are you sitting comfortably? Then I shall begin. Glasgay! was launched at The Arches on the evening of 5th Sep 2002. Amongst promised attractions this year are the following: Horse appears with her band. Clare Summerskill with her new one woman show. Scott Capurro appears at The Stand, as does Tina C. The irrepressible Annie Sprinkle presents the UK premiere of her new show. So? What are you waiting for? Contact the organisers for full details (E-mail: david.leddy@glasgay.co.uk) or wait for our full coverage in next month's ScotsGay. Getting back to less happy news, Pride Scotland is apparently in dire straits. This contrasts with the folk in Newcastle who recently received over GBP50,000 from the Northern Rock Foundation to fund the organisation of their Pride event over the next three years. This means they can afford to run an office fulltime and staff it. This is no small thing when trying to organise something as complex as a Pride event. They also had the use of the substantial Student Union facilities at the University of Northumbria, so no rain sodden revellers at their event. Thinking back to the whole Pride 2002 situation, I tend to agree with folk who have suggested that an indoor event next year is the way ahead. This is not to denigrate in anyway the fantastic efforts made by Alister Blades and the rest of the Pride crew who worked tremendously hard to pull the event together. But given, at best, the unreliability of the seasons in Glasgow, a roof looks pretty good to me. However this is all rather moot at the moment unless the LGBT community pulls itself together and helps the organisers to sort out the current difficulties. Anyway enough of the politics - on with the motley. Further to my writing off the entire clubbing scene in a single paragraph within my first article. Bribery has been thin on the ground, however here are the details of those nights, where the organisers, as suggested, got off their arses and sent me relatively bullshit free details. HigherGround, CCA, Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow. 10.30pm-3am Sat 12th Oct GBP10 (GBP8) HigherGround returns to the CCA after its highly successful opening event in Aug. On this occasion, however, they welcome Belgian DJ/Producer Fabrice Lig aka Soul Designer. Fabrice Lig has released various records on labels such as FCOM, KMS and Seventh City Recordings. He describes his style as melodic techno. Resident Gianni (Haptic), will open the night once again in CCA5 with Lee Duncan and Radio Magnetic's Martin and Chico playing to a more relaxed vibe in the Bar. Visuals, by local artist Hazel Angus, will also be on display. Tickets are available from Rub a Dub records & Fopp (West End). For more info, E-mail: higherground@lycos.co.uk; Telephone: 07977 428 153; WWW: http://www.fabricelig.com/, http://www. fcom.fr/or http://www.cca-glasgow.com/ Melting Pot a fusion of disco and house, Sat 28th Sep. Resident DJ's Simon Cordiner (Traxx) and Billy Woods (Relief). Riverside Club, Fox Street, Glasgow. Midnight until 3am. GBP10 on the door. Capacity 250 so get there early. Info: E-mail: meltingpotuk@yahoo.co.uk or tel: 07855 418745. Simon and Billy will be spinning underground disco classics from the past; the best of today's house music, and a little bit of whatever takes their fancy. All with a nod to the great musical history of New York City. (Yeah right, America and history is an oxymoron). Melting Pot is on the last Sat of every month. Just a point of clarification for those of you without an IQ, yes B.U.R.L.Y and Violate are using the same premises, The Big Joint. So unlike previously, if you want to have a choice in your social life and an alternative to the less than excellent clubs in the centre of the city, get off your arse and give them some much needed support. There is nothing mystical or magical about the process. If these clubs are not supported they will die. Then we will be back to the current poor choice. By the way here is a message for da Traxx Cru, hey dudes what the fuck is the point of sending me details of a night that is members and guests only? If you want an advert we have a department that handles it, for a very reasonable fee. I am quite happy to mention the nights when anybody can attend, for the rest may I suggest you meet the cost of a mail out to all your members. Now a little something for all you budding Fred Astaires or more likely Ginger Rogers. Michaela Malec is offering the chance to learn the art of ballroom dancing this Autumn. The intention, should enough of you deign to make any effort whatsoever is to hire a studio over a three month period and teach some of you what real dancing is about. From my observation of the scene it is well overdue! If any Patrick Swayze look-a-like needs a partner my E-mail is at the end of this article! For further details contact: Michaela Malec Tulpenstr. 30, 30167 Hannover, Germany. Or E-mail: michmal@stud.uni-hannover.de If you go down to the woods tonight... BearScots Pub Night in Glasgow. Saturday, 28 September 2002 at 9pm-Midnight BST (GMT+01:00). Informal pub meeting at the Revolver Bar, John Street, Glasgow. For all hairy, bearded and moustached men and their admirers. On a serious note, a fundraiser was held for Body Positive at the GLC Cafe/Bar on 5th Sep. Body Positive provides support for those living with AIDS and HIV in the West of Scotland. As usual a number of people gave of time and effort for the cause. Unfortunately, also as usual, in the crowd attending, a level of indifference and downright ignorance was shown by elements within that crowd. We talk of tolerance and yet in our own social circle show a distinct lack. The noise produced by the young gay guys in one corner drowned out the performance by a lesbian poet. Returning the favour a male guitarist/singer was then forced to contend with a loud group of lesbians in the opposite corner. Yeah, tolerance was really evident! These people deserved respect, yet received a kick in the teeth for their efforts. Thanks go to Andy McMurray and the gang for organising and sponsoring the evening. On a brighter note, if there are any groups or organisations that wish to have details of meetings included, please get in contact via the E-mail address at the end of this article. Crosslynx meet the second Wednesday of the month 7-10pm at the Glasgow LGBT Centre, 11 Dixon Street. Next meetings are 9th Oct and 13th Nov, the Christmas Party is on the 11th Dec. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly whilst first timers are encouraged to attend regardless of their mode of dress. The LGBT Safety Forum is now meeting on a monthly basis. Representation from service providers has been very good. Meetings are open to everyone. So come along and express your views. Further details are available from Jim Dunsmore, Glasgow City Council on 0141-287 7257 or Fax 0141-287 9988. Thus ends another enthralling attempt to encapsulate the colourful pageant that is Glasgow's LGBT community. Whatever you find to do have fun and be safe. Remember, full contact listings for most of the groups mentioned can be found online at http://www.scotsgay.co.uk/current/list.html Angharad E-mail: Angharad@drink.demon.co.uk Note I write this column over several days. Generally at least a week before submission. If you have event dates please send them in at least a month in advance to the above E-mail address. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Scottish Media Monitor ====================== Garry Otton calls it Old, Borrowed and Blue The Herald reported how "law reform body backs live-in couples' right to claim", centering on awarding gay couples the right to claim for damages if their partner dies through someone else's negligence. Why is it, that each time there's any incident in the slow and painful process of achieving equality for gays in the UK, the Scottish media are down on their knees, tugging at the hem of the Catholic Church? It bores me. The majority of Catholics are far less homophobic than those guaranteed this regular platform to swish their frocks in disgust. If they really must seek a homophobic and negative opinion for these stories, couldn't they perhaps spice up the report with quotes from other superstitionists with identical views to Catholics, the Orange Order or political parties like the BNP for instance? The Sunday Times Scotland's report by their Scottish political editor, Kenny Farquharson on possibilities that the Scottish Executive might support state registration of gay couples in a similar way to other countries in Europe brought about the headline: "MSPs to push gay marriage on Whitehall". This is not because gay marriage has to be pushed on Whitehall at all, (the Scottish Parliament is perfectly able to introduce the civil registration of gay couples), but because inheritance tax relief, which is not a devolved issue, has to be legislated by Westminster. And then, only if your partner leaves you over GBP240,000! The report declared that "not everyone is in agreement" and - quelle surprise! - promptly wheeled in a spokesman for the Catholic Church: "John Deighan, parliamentary officer for the church in Scotland, said there was 'a difference between tolerance and promotion', and gay marriage crossed that line. 'Giving equal status absolutely demeans marriage. It undermines it and it undermines the family'." Dignified civil registrations of gay couples do not undermine marriage. Heterosexuals don't need our help to do that. Be they nude, underwater or performed dressed-up like Elvis, the hetties win hands down. This is nothing to do with preserving the sanctity of marriage and everything about the sick obsession with homosexuality by militant religionists and their toadies. Talking of which, The Scottish Daily Mail reported the story the very next day, highlighted with bold printed sub-headings, presumably to excite those with failing sight: "It undermines the family", read one, and "Not a real priority" declared another. The tabloid had no hesitation labelling this a "demand for equal rights". But it wasn't gays who were doing the 'demanding'. Oh, no! Most gays don't give a monkey's cuss about marriage and operate outside this rather camp, hierarchal religionist institution that looks so fresh once you've rubbed a bit of Vaseline on the lens. Those gays who campaign for 'gay marriage' join the ranks of dedicated campaigners and politicians committed to the concept of equality and there is nothing at all wrong in that. For that alone they deserve our respect. Tory justice spokesman, Bill Aitken told The Scottish Daily Mail: "I think couples should have the same rights in inheriting property as heterosexuals but I think legislating in this way is going completely over the top". So equality in half measures from the new, tolerant Tories then! Once the Parliament's equal opportunities committee has made its recommendations, The Sunday Times Scotland warned: "It risks a new debate on morality later this year..." and "Scottish ministers are desperate to avoid a repeat of the debate that accompanied the repeal of Section 28". Such a debacle is unlikely. Yes, Christian organisations still receive huge funds to fight such campaigns, but they no longer have the same clout in the Scottish media to launch anything like the hideous Keep the Clause campaign that was stoked by a former editor of The Scottish Sun and a businessman's cheque-book. The only fear is that weak-willed politicians like First Minister Jack McConnell might buckle under the religionist's demands. The Sunday Times Scotland admits McConnell "is anxious that new initiatives reflect the priorities of voters". (That excludes gays; you can count on it)! But listen up! Do we want to jump on the big bus leading Scotland to a progressive nation in Europe, or do we want to lose ourselves down a country lane onboard some clapped-out stagecoach? Over 100 politicians, scientists and writers faxed the BBC asking - although "demanding" was the preferred currency - that they end their exclusion of non-religious contributors to Thought for the Day. In her column - strangely empty of Scotland's part in all this - Kirsty Milne insisted in Scotland on Sunday: "This is not standard fare for the tranquillity zone before the 8am news. Regular contributors are more news-sensitive and circumspect. Contemporary ethics take precedence over articles of faith". Do they? For starters, you can cut the "tranquillity zone" crap with me! It is a slot reserved for religionists to interrupt the morning news programme with religious propaganda as was painfully obvious during the Keep the Clause campaign when Bishop Joseph Devine who was busy petitioning churchgoers to retain Clause 28, begged for "tolerance" before lending his support to Brian Souter's private opinion poll in support of the homophobic Clause 28 with the message: "Let the people have their say". After one liberal suggestion from Kevin Franz, general secretary of Action for Churches Together in Scotland that it wasn't too late for those opposing Clause 28 to sit and talk to gay fellow citizens. Souter's PR, ex editor of Scottish editions of The Sun and former Mirror columnist Jack Irvine, protested to Blair Jenkins, the BBC's head of news and current affairs, suggesting Thought for the Day had been hijacked by gays for political activism! James Mulholland and Marcello Mega's article in The Scottish News of the World, a rehash of something Mega penned almost a year ago for The Scottish Mail on Sunday took journalism just one step further than the neds who tried to spray the word 'paedo' on a wall outside the home of a paediatrician. Or the gundog breeder who threw leaflets from his car in the Cumbrian town of Longtown, wrongly accusing a Scotswoman and her husband of being paedophiles. The leaflets read: 'PUBLIC NOTICE: SAVE OUR SCHOOLKIDS. PAEDOPHILES NOW OPERATING AT OAKBANK FISHERIES. We know what to do, encourage them to close them now'. They had outbid him in their purchase of a fish farm. With the reaction to paedophilia in this country affecting the way teachers, medics and other professionals deal with children; academics have already expressed concern that they are unable to properly document and research paedophilia in the UK. Post-graduate student, Richard Yuill had been researching inter-generational relationships between males. (Paedophilia is an approved subject of research at the department of sociology at Glasgow University). Yuill - described by S.N.O.T. World as a "balding 48-year-old" who "lives with his mother" - had his computer seized last year and became the centre of a University court investigation. A picture of Yuill bore the caption: "SICKENING: Academic Richard Yuill is studying paedophile behaviour". A police officer commented that he found his work "absolutely sickening" and suggested there was "genuine concern among officers". Appearing with pages of emotional reaction to Holly and Jessica's murder, Yuill's story was juxtaposed with a report on a "beast dad", pictured 'clutching' his daughter, who won "custody of kids". Ding, dong the witch is dead! I doubt there are many readers of this magazine who will be mourning the death of Baroness Janet Mary Young. An enthusiastic cricketer and rugby player at school, politically Conservative and the first woman leader of the House of Lords, she was usually found dressed in a grey suit with no tie and her blouse buttoned to the top like a man's shirt. Supported in her quest to promote Family Values by the notorious Christian Institute she made our lives a misery. Closeted, conservative and religionist, we must also wave goodbye to weekly columnist John MacLeod who has been sacked from The Herald. He was famous for commenting on - in response to Michael Barrymore's admission that he was gay -"forbidden desires", describing gays as "unnatural... dangerous..." and "evil". He linked homosexuality to "promiscuity, instability, neurosis, substance abuse, suicide, untold depths of degradation, misery, self-loathing" and declared gays "simply not equipped to live". This was apparently "borne out by study upon study". Editor Mark Douglas Home gave him one month's notice and said in The Sunday Times Scotland: "effectively, he devalued his own currency". No! This was not because of his insulting lies about gay sexuality, shouldered by his own hypocrisy, (MacLeod is himself gay), but because he wrote: "Had the parents of Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman kept the Lord's day, their daughter's would still be alive". MacLeod's wish to become a full communicant in the superstition of his choice, a hard-line Free Presbyterian church, has led to progressively cranky opinions in his columns and further regular commissions from the home of on-their-way-out journos, The Scottish Daily Mail. In The Herald, MacLeod wrote: "Scotland had better days. Once we exported a peculiarly intelligent, profitable brand of vital Christianity around the globe. Today we hardly bother to go to church, and fill our emptiness with football, booze, and a host of vanities. Yet, alongside this metaphysical decline, there is a troubling increase in superstition. What happens is 'demonic impersonation', the spirit mimicking the voice and phrase of the departed - but here is darkness indeed. In truth, a medium is either a witch or a wind-up, and no-one of any Christian knowledge, or even common sense, should go within a mile of one". Whatever you might think of MacLeod, The Herald, a censorial rag at the best of times, should not have sacked him in this way. Neither, as many have suggested, should the editor have 'revised' his copy before publishing it. (Douglas Home himself was quoted in The Press Gazette saying MacLeod's column "should not have been published in the form that it appeared"). MacLeod has his supporters. Censoring them won't make them go away. Contesting his opinion with qualified and challenging copy might, however, educate them into changing their minds. Newspapers should be encouraging, not censoring free speech. By licensing Conservative and religionist columnists, for example, to opine on gay sex without gay columnists to provide balance and challenge those unqualified opinions, The Herald is itself guilty of appalling imbalance and has itself devalued its currency as a newspaper that is supposed to reflect a broad readership. Perhaps it is Douglas Home's head that should roll. (The world's oldest English-language newspaper The Herald is up for sale. Daily Mail & General Trust, owners of The Scottish Daily Mail have been reported showing interest. Heaven help us)! Garry Otton's book SEXUAL FASCISM is published by Ganymede Books priced GBP8.99. garry@scottishmediamonitor.com http://www.scottishmediamonitor.com/ Cut it out! * Columnist Alan Taylor in The Sunday Herald: "I yield to no one in my contempt for Brian Souter, the Cardinal Winning of omnibuses. The tacky multi-millionaire boss of Stagecoach, who dresses like David Jason in Frost and prefers carrier-bags to briefcases..." We love you Alan. * The Sunday Mail stoking it up over a wee kiss in ITV's The Bill: "A TV kiss between two policemen has sparked hundreds of complaints. More than 300 viewers rang in to protest..." Ooh, woopy-doo! Considering how many millions simply got over it... I would suggest the Mail did too. * After Mrs Katie Grant registered her disapproval in The Scotsman of breastfeeding in public: "You might think I had been advocating bringing back wetnurses instead of just gently criticising MSP Elaine Smith's desire to give women the 'legal right' to breastfeed in public. Apparently, my remarks on the Today programme caused fury in the wimmin's brigade. I know we have a Parliament that has a Sexual Orientation Reporter specially to conduct inquiries into the provision of LGBT Aware Services (what can they be?), but surely we can sort some things out without legislation?" * Cruel sport propaganda from Mrs Grant in The Scotsman, feeling "duty bound" to spend time in prison to defend fox-hunting, (still legal in England and Wales), in a campaign masterminded by the same PR group behind Keep the Clause. "At 82, the Duke of Devonshire has nailed his colours to the mast, so it is only right that the rest of us should follow suit... In teenage thug circles, it is noted with glee that protecting the public against old men pottering about behind a pack of hounds is shortly to become a greater priority than catching muggers". Mrs Grant behind bars? Oh, pleeeeease! * Catholic Mrs Grant in The Scotsman: "...Perhaps if it comes to sending me to prison, the fact that I have done my patriotic duty by producing three healthy future Scottish taxpayers might be taken into account by the sentencing judge". Not if I have a word with one of my 'friends in high places' it won't! * Description of murder victim, a muscular kickboxer from the west end of Glasgow, Alex Blue in The Scotsman: "Since the killing, Mr Blue has been described as a gangster, a cocaine user and drug dealer. There are rumours, no more than that, of him being bisexual and this caused his death". * Rikki Brown on why Glasgow Council are so against erotic dancing by girls in The Scottish Sun: "Well, pole dancing isn't mentioned in the Bible and council can't tax the pole, give it a parking ticket or put a cycle lane round it. So they don't like it... It's a strange thing but you can be chibbed quite easily in Glasgow by one of the many knife-wielding maniacs roaming the streets but they don't want to make it easy for lap or pole-dancing clubs" * The Sun, in letters as big as it could print beside the face of Ian Huntley, main suspect in the murder of schoolgirls Holly and Jessica. Ian Huntley's mother had "a lesbian fling". The suggestion is clear. Lesbianism = evil. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bears ===== Desperate to get your chaps on and wear them bare arsed in a gay men's leather bar? Got that full body rubber suit and nowhere to go in it? Crave for a skins friendly space? Want to go on to a club after the Revolver or the Waterloo, but Bennetts and the Polo just don't do it for you? Tired of sharing gay clubs with hen parties? Until now, the answer was the give thanks to easyJet for its cheap flights to Amsterdam. Now, the guys at dv8scots have dreamt up B.U.R.L.Y nights. This hot new men-only monthly club night for gay guys launched at the creatively adapted The Big Joint venue in South Street on Friday 20 September. It's the brainchild of a bunch of Glasgow gay guys. Themselves into leather, rubber, uniforms and the like, they were desperate for there to be somewhere in Glasgow, or for that matter, Scotland, where they could go in their gear and have a men-only great time. And, without feeling that they had to "tone" down what they wear and how they behave in order not to offend straights, hen parties and "twinkies" and their "fag hags". Somewhere without rip off bar prices and venue hassles. And, with a predatory/cruisy atmosphere. Well, did they succeed? Yes, yes, yes, and how! It was a great night, a roaring success with an interesting mix of about 130 hot guys, all having a great time. I'm guessing that the core age range was about 30-55. But it wasn't age or pin-up looks that were important. It was attitude. Practicalities first. Getting there was a doddle. My group met up in Revolver and we took the special free bus at 10.30 pm, which also picked up at The Waterloo en-route. We were there in under 10 minutes and I'm told that South Street is a safe area to arrive at "in your gear". At the end, the venue was very efficient at producing taxis on demand. It's a membership club (but membership is free 'til 31st Dec), which meant a queue at the door, but the security staff were great. Like a breath of fresh air compared to some I have encountered. At GBP6 to get in, it was pretty good value; a lot of effort had clearly been put into creating the right atmosphere and the bar was reasonably priced. Once inside, a changing room, next to the free cloakroom, enabled those final adjustments to one's attire; up to full-scale changes from vanilla street clothes into full-on fetish gear! "Wear what you want, no need to "tone" it down", was the message. The action revolved around the "crush" bar, which was a joy to enter. Cheap prices (GBP2 a pint/50p for can of Coke) and friendly hard working attentive bar staff, but a strange tendency to run out of pint glasses, which I'm sure they will fix by next month. Happily, this area was well ventilated and there wasn't a problem with smoke. So, lots of guys just enjoying being with likeminded guys - spotted some faces familiar from Gaydar! Unlike other parts of the club, which I'll come to later, the bar wasn't that dark so there was plenty of opportunity for guys to see, and be seen, in all their splendour. And what splendour! Bears, uniform (cops and such a nice sailor), rubber, rubber, rubber, leather (jackets, jeans, chaps, harnesses...ah!ah!ah!), camouflage, kilts, skins, footie kit, work-wear, denim, jocks..... in varying degrees of exposure. All of which seemed to fit the, non-dictatorial, dress code rather well. By now, you'll have worked out what the letters in B.U.R.L.Y stand for! (p.s. Y = You choose!). This being the first night, some (but not all!) gear was maybe a little conservative. But having been once and sussed the place out I guess that many guys will dress even more adventurously - I even still had my 501's on under my chaps! The separate dance area had its own special atmosphere (well dry ice, actually, I suppose) with "appropriate music". Not exactly disco bunny stuff but a good mix of popular dance, tribal and progressive house. I didn't go to dance, but many did and it seemed to work for them. And still more to explore! Lots of corridors to have to prowl and to brush past guys in! Opened later in the evening, upstairs, was a chill out room where you could retire for a quiet chat without having to rely on those well-honed lip reading skills! Comfy chairs, more like a gentlemen's club. Very appropriate! Yes, yes, yes, that's all very interesting you're saying, but was there a .........? Well, I kept on exploring 'til I found the "Men at Work" construction theme room. Brushing aside the camouflage netting I entered to find a darkly atmospheric (there's that word again) "decorated" space, and found that men were, indeed, hard at work! B.U.R.L.Y nights definitely exceeded my expectations. Scotland has needed somewhere like this for a long time. Albeit, this was South Street, not the Warmoestraat, but if it was this good on its first night, I just can't wait to see how it develops. For the future, there's talk about there being a speciality stall selling leather and rubber bits. Upcoming dates are 26th Oct, 22nd Nov and 20th Dec (Charity Event). Full details are on the website at http://www.dv8scots.co.uk/ Thoroughly recommended. leather.ecosse E-mail: leatherman@flashmail.com Notes: B.U.R.L.Y. nights take place monthly at The Big Joint, South Street, Glasgow. Free bus from Revolver 10.30pm. Membership free 'til 31st Dec. Admission GBP6 Hours 10pm-2am (Bar "Happy Hour" 10-11pm). Next dates are 25th Oct, 22nd Nov and 20th Dec (Charity Event). Website: http://www.dv8scots.co.uk/ -------------------------------------------------------------------- Dundee/Dun Deagh ================ There never have been kind words spoken of their competition, but Charlie was livid when he found out that Barry at the Club had "poached" his manager Kerry from under his nose. He finally burst a blood vessel and called Barry some unpleasant names. He and Ian have previously approached most members of staff at the competitors, but only Paul made the move which he later regretted. Kerry tens me it's a great chance and a lot more money although she is cautious of the sometimes unpredictable club owner. However his efforts at getting more venues may offer Kerry a career which would be to the benefit of all. Whilst the short term may mean more custom for the quiet Brooklyn pub it does not bode well for Charlie's, which has lost considerable custom to Lloyds. Lloyds management welcomes gays but the straight customers appear not to and so it can be a little scary at times. Brooklyn has the drag show Sassy Stryker on at the start of October and my Editor was told it will be free entry. Brooklyn also promise more drink promos but the double vodkas for two quid are popular. Charlie's offers theirs at GBP1.99 so maybe Kerry will get her price to GBP1.98). A price war would be great for the long-suffering customers. We have proved we can take our custom elsewhere and will not pay extra to drink in a gay pub. Last month we reported the efforts of the landlady of the failed Weavers pub and her attempt to open a lesbian club. This month we hear that another failed businessman Ewan is to open a gay bar in the failing Grotty Jaffreys close by the club. Will be put on karaoke and DJ nights to compete with Charlie's and Kerry's (sorry, Brooklyn) and will the neighbours let him play the music louder than the Sony Walkman volumes now experienced in Charlie's? New drinks promos have been introduced in OUT nightclub. On Wednesdays they give away free shots of WKD and on Thursdays they give away Sidekicks and are now busier as a result. Sundays great deal of a 50 pence happy hour ended after a successful month and now it is a pound per vodka all night. I didn't mean to offend DJ BP last month by missing him out of my praise of DJ skills at the club. His pre-recorded mixes are always good. The unpredictable spontaneity of Ross is also welcome. Frankie offers a mix of cheese and dance on the Wednesdays and Thursdays before going to his weekend residency in Aberdeen. Some Aberdonians have been down to experience Dundee and have been made very welcome by the guys and girls. Barman Mike was especially welcoming to one visitor from the North which didn't go down too well with Mike's current boyfriend. It is nice to see somc fresh faces and Kerry, Suzi and friends have also sampled the lesbian delights of Aberdeen. Following the successful appearance of Atomic Kitten at the opening of Out in Dundee we have been awaiting the announcement of the next big act. We hear rumours it will be in November with the chart boyband 3SL one of whose sister was in Steps. They are in Scotland supporting Liberty X so it sounds as if it might be true. One of Brian's DJ's also hinted that Kelly Lorrena might be appearing before Christmas which would be great. Also heard the Club was still planning a drag night for customers and a fancy dress night for Hallowe'en. With club boss Brian jetting off to his holiday home in the Maldives at that time it may just be a rumour. 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Dundee Area 25 y/o TV, 5'5", medium build, seeks older man for fun and friendship. Box SG47112. Friends 27 male about to move up to Dunfermline area looking to meet males between 25 and 35 for fun and friendship. Box SG47113. New Male Friends In Edinburgh Interested in exploring Edinburgh by foot or bike? Gym work outs? Or love the clothing? Me: 5'9", 38, fair hair, fit, energetic, fun loving. You: any age, fit, keen non-smoker. Box SG47114. Do You Prefer Older Men? Are you 16-26? Seriously prefer the company of older guys? Then this 44 year old guy with own house and car would like to meet you. Write fully. Photo helps (returned with mine). What have you got to lose? Box SG47115. Dundee 24 year old student (6'1" - 30"w - dark hair and blue eyes), looking for similar who can intrigue, challenge and fascinate me. Not interested in the 'gay-scene' as have reached a time where I can appreciate the more considered things in life. I am completely faithful and loyal to my friends and demand nothing less in return. I'm quite happy being single at the moment but feel it may be fun meeting new people and 'seeing what's out there'. Not wanting to sound fussy, but three functioning braincells [or more] and NOT having mental health issues (or generally being fucked up) would definitely be advantageous! I have pics available so e-mail me at sfc@aol.com and we can take it from there. Cheers! ;) Box SG47120. SA/SL Masculine Guy 35 year old SA/SL guy, masculine and attractive 5'10" with good body, seeking genuine guys - 30 plus - poss 1-2-1 or just fun. Box SG47121. Out And About Heavy gay guy, 43, is looking for a similar/medium guy for outings and companionship/friendship. No sexual contact is requested/needed. All letters answered. Box SG47123. Aberdeen Inexperinced 45 year old male, brown hair, brown eyes, 6'1", urgently requires gay or bi male, would consider gay couple. I am married but have wife's permission to seek male companion. I am very broadminded and adventurous. My main ambition is to have fun. Box SG47124. Experience Required Male, 40, 5'9", med build, looking for introduction into scene. Maybe gentle massage, body rub, etc. For initiation from similar aged male. Travel at weekends. North Ayrshire, Glasgow areas. Box SG47126. Bottom Marks For My First Lesson Thirty years ago, I received a long, hard spanking on the bare bum from a neighbour. Can you help me remember how hot and sore he left my bottom? Your study please. Box SG47127. Looking For Friendship - Maybe More I'm a 23 year old genuine guy looking for someone between 16-25 for friendship or maybe more in Aberdeen area. I know there's someone out there - get in touch. Box SG47128. Students/GAM In Glasgow 43 year old, 5'4", 10st, non-scene guy looking for younger gam/students in Glasgow who want discreet fun with older active guy. Box SG47129. Longing For A TV! I am 25, male, from Texas, have been posted here for about 3 years or maybe more. Longing for a transexual or a transvestite. If there's anyone out there nearby Edinburgh area, please reply. I will handle with care. Box SG47131. Bi Guy - 27 - For Meet Looking for a bi guy 19-35 years of age for meets. Genuine, discreet, can accommodate and travel. Looking for genuine guys in Glasgow area for fun times. I'm 31"w, 38"ch, med build, tanned fit bod, 5'11", str8 acting/looking. Box SG47132. Friendly Wrestling Anyone out there into friendly wrestling? Easygoing 39 year old male seeks 18-35 males for fun, boyish, giggly wrestling matches and a few beers. I'm in Aberdeenshire. Box SG47133. Looking For Dom Tops 39, slim, dark haired, hairy chest, 7" cut, passive, looking for tops of any age. Just looking for horny fun, 1-2-1 or more. Box SG47134. Strict Uncle Seeks Naughty "Lad" Strict but understanding "Father/Uncle", 47, resides Glasgow. Travel or accommodate. Offers traditional style discipline to naughty "lads". Experienced safe and sane. Enjoy most scenes. Cleanliness and discretion expected and assured. WLTM genuine lads who need to hear the words "Unbutton...now bend over". Genuine and lasting friendship offered. No timewasters please. Novices welcomed, limits respected. Dress code optional. ALA. Box SG47135. Photo Opportunity Photography student (Edinburgh) seeks photogenic/sporty guys with good upper body definition to model for fashion/portraiture projects. No fees, but excellent photographs provided. Box SG47138. Male Searching For Fun Time I'm new to this, but really looking for an older and chubby male that wants to have some fun with a 28 year slimish male who enjoys most fun things and always wants to try more. I have never gotten to meet the right man. If you're interested, please write. ALA. Box SG47139. Active Muscle Guy Wanted There don't seem to be any gay active muscle guys in Scotland, maybe somebody could oblige me? I'm looking for a very muscular/rugby/biker/leather active guy preferably in the Glasgow area as I live in Greenock. I'm 45, 32"w 42"c, zero crop, balding, hairy chest etc, good build 12st and passive. Have my own place and live alone, so any genuine active guys looking for fun and possibly more get in contact. There must be a really muscular, active, genuine guy out there somewhere in Scotland. Box SG47140. Domination Wanted In Aberdeen Submissive 50 year old crossdresser in Aberdeen would like to be dominated by a guy of similar or older age group. Retired schoolmaster or Army types most welcome. Loves bondage, spanking, nipple torture, forced sucking etc. Box SG47141. Frustrated Daddy Seeks Son Type Naturally youthful 51 years young masculine male, no Oil of Ulay needed here, thanks! Varied interests. Never been scene. S/a, s/l, seeks younger male companion who likes to be cared for and about. Box SG47142. Want 2 Move 2 London? Is this U? Slim, friendly, caring guy, late 40s, OK looks, seeks skinny/slim lad to share heart and home! Please send photo/phone/e-mail. Box SG47143. Grin And Bear It! Laid back bear would like to relax with smooth young cub. Your cave or mine (Edinburgh). Box SG47144. Glasgow - After Festival Entertainment Youthful, fit, early 40's, slim, hairy. Offers fun to non-smoking students suited/sporty types (thespians too!). Sharing regular company pre/post gym, theatre, drinks, massage, intimacy? Countryside excursions, veggies if possible. Sorted 25+ exploring all other interests. 1-2-1 considered. Box SG47158. Submissive Weighlifter - 30's Seeks strict master with long experience for re-training. Photo please. Any age. Scotland/anywhere. Box SG47159. Glasgow Guy 38, fit, slim, W/E, grounded good personality. Looking for similar. Enjoy Brits, muscle men, straight ginger-haired guys. Can travel or accommodate. Possibly 1-2-1. Box SG47160. Hunk Wanted Any good-looking guy who has a muscular body, slightly hairy, clean shaven, aged 28-34 with large crotch, tight ass. ALAWP. No e-mails. Box SG47161. Falkirk Glasgow 49, chubby guy with great personality seeks guys between 20 and 60 for friendship and fun. Can accommodate. ALA. Box SG47162. Ayrshire Gay male, young, mid-50s, slim, straight-looking/acting, but mostly passive. Seeks similar aged active top man for regular safe fun, possible relationship, but just likes to please. Likes videos. Box SG47163 CP Glasgow Early retired 50 year old. Will administer CP to naked 18-35 year old naughty boys at my place. Interested boys should get in touch promptly. Box SG47164. Glasgow Leather Guy Early 30's, 5'6" tall, seeks genuine dominant leather guy to please, obey and care for. Good fun, willing and always up for it. Likes facial hair. Awaiting instruction, Sir. Box SG47165. Up And Coming West of Scotland guy looking for fun with similar minded guys who like videos, toys, W/S, etc. Age is no barrier. The hairier the better. Box SG47166. Horny Couple Want Steamy Session Edinburgh gay couple, late 30's/mid 40's, are seeking single guys 28-48 for horny, steamy threesomes. We are both SA/SL and look for similar guys for uninhibited fun. Box SG47167. True Friend For Life Male, 21, wanting true friendship with honest, broad-minded m/f, under 26 in Edinburgh. I'm a laugh and a shoulder to cry on. Write to me now. Box SG47168. Are You Slim/Skinny? Read On! 40 year old guy seeks slim/skinny guys for fun at my my place or yours. S/A, S/L, N/SM and versatile. Male couples also welcome. No age limit. Discretion assured. Box SG47169. Inexperienced But Willing Mid-40's guy seeks older doms to use me as they see fit. Couples also welcome to initiate me. Your needs will be met. Glasgow area. Box SG47170. Leather Denim Glasgow guy, 32, would like to meet open-minded guys into leather, denim, S&M. No time wasters. Photo/phone number please. Box SG47171 Mischievous Male Professional male, 40, fit, 6'11", 13st, GSOH, NS, seeks friend/soulmate. You: tall, cropped/bald, sorted, 35-45, fit and funny. Box SG47172. Leather Edinburgh guy, 38, looking for good, genuine friends that like to have good, horny, safe fun wearing our leathers. Nothing heavy. Genuine replies only please. Box SG47173. Glasgow Regular London Irish guy, 30, regular visitor to Glasgow, seeks new friends for drink, chat and good fun. I enjoy travel and cinema. Box SG47174. Mature Gent Seeks A TV For 1-2-1 Long Term Are you my type of woman? This W/E gent needs a genuine TV, a woman with a cock who is passive and knows how to please her man. ALA. Box SG47175. Edinburgh - West Livingston Areas Own flat. Seeks uncomplicated fun and friendship. 16-21 student. Can accommodate. Enjoy massage, briefs. Not far from college/university. Weekend and nights in. NS. Discretion assured. Box SG47176. Glasgow - Lanarkshire - Central Belt Sane mid-30's guy, 5'11", 10st, slim, tidy, GSOH, NS, SA/SL, passive. Into most things, Seeks active top for 1-2-1. Can accommodate. Skinheads and rugby types most welcome. Box SG47177. Glasgow Chubby Bulk Chaser 5'10", medium build, 40ish. WLTM large, chubby, fat, preferably hairy guy in Glasgow area for fun or maybe more if right guy. I'm SA/SL. OK, but not a scene queen. Box SG47178. Edinburgh Any first year students like to meet up with discreet older guy for fun and friendship? I don't bite but may nibble gently if asked nicely! Box SG47179. School Belt Morayshire guy is looking for guys who like their hands well strapped and to come and strap my hands. No e-mails. Box SG47180. *BISEXUAL Bi Curious? There has to be a first time for everything! If you're aged 16-21 or so, why not get in touch? Considerate experienced versatile older guy will talk you through things at your own pace before getting down to some safe fun. Your limits respected. Total discretion assured. I have a large double bed and collection of gay videos in Edinburgh but will travel if required. Box SG47002. Teach Me 36 year old guy looking for gay guys, bi-guys and dominant mistress. Looking for adult fun. Can be sub. Willing to try A and O. Eager to please. Box SG470116. 1st timer - Tayside Hi guys, I'm a first timer. I've had a one off with a TV on holiday and must say it was an enjoyable experience, now I'm hooked. I want someone between 18-35, looks unimportant, just for casual fun. Fancy some good O, then what are you waiting for? Contact me so we can talk about some fun times. E-mail replies only, girlfriend won't like the mail man otherwise... E-mail: neboshstudy@yahoo.co.uk or Write: Box SG47119. Aberdeen Bi Guy Urgently Seeking First time guy, very bi, urgently requires gay or bi guy for friendship and fun. 45 years old, average looks, average build, keen to try DIY, O and A. Box SG47130. Bi Male - Edinburgh 34 year old intelligent easygoing bi male, attractive, slim and gym toned. Looking for slim woman or male/female couple for safe fun. Box SG47152. Fit Bi Guy 41, zero crop, looking to meet bi couples for mutual fun. WLTM gay couple also. Age not a barrier as long as you're in shape. Edinburgh/anywhere. Box SG47153. Edinburgh Bi couple, 40's, WLTM w/e bi male for versatile fun. Must have transport. Box SG47154. Kinky Sub Attractive Gay TV Seeking dom couple to serve. Bi preferred. Love fetish and fantasy. Bi master/mistress welcome. Fully shaven, nice butt. Like video fun too. E-mail: cherrysoft3@aol.com or Write: Box SG47155. *STRAIGHT Edinburgh - Anywhere Genial 50something silver bear seeks morally relaxed women of all ages for fun and friendship. Box SG47104. *LOOKING FOR Idaho T-shirt Seeking Dundee guy (UKCC reg). Met in Newtown Bar, Edinburgh, August 2001. You were with friend wearing "Idaho" T-shirt. You went to CC Blooms. E-mail pin3uk@yahoo.co.uk or Write: Box SG47118. Looking For DaddyFrank I'm Looking for DaddyFrank who I knew from when I lived in Glasgow. BabyJames is now in London and wants to get back in touch. Box SG47137. *FRIENDS ABROAD Belarus Good looking, East European guy, 30, 6", slim, dark hair and grey eyes. Into most things. Seeks penfriends. Write: Edward, Box 43, Novoplotsk-7, 211440, Belarus. Dublin Guy 41, reasonably good looking, straight acting, I think intelligent. I have a great interest in travel, reading, music and probably more important a great interest in enjoying life. In Sep-Oct I want to visit Scotland so I'd like to meet a guy with that horny Scottish accent to show me the sights and more. Iff you're aged 25-45, interesting, intelligent, good looking, why don't you drop me a line? Look forward to hearing from you, Patrick. Box SG47122. *ACCOMMODATION AVAILABLE Edinburgh Flatshare Large double room in bright New Town flat. F/F, GCH, lounge, well decorated, all mod cons, stunning views, suit young LGBT professional(s). GBP350 pcm + all bills. 0131-557 6067. E-mail: josco@btopenworld.com Fraserburgh Free accommodation and meals offered to guy interested in working with fabulous circus high school and stunt horses and ponies. Andalusian Lipinzzaner, Falabellas and German Shepherd Dog act. Free training given by Advanced Animal Trainer. For more info, phone: 01346 583145. *JOBS OFFERED Cash For Your Body Photogenic guys can earn GBP100 cash posing for Mike Arlen who has had 14 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 Phone: 020-7373 1107. E-mail: mike.arlen@hotmail.com [99] Models Wanted Previously published photographer needs good looking guys (18-25) who want to earn GBP20 per hour for publication work. For details please phone Stuart on 0141-636 6556 (No withheld numbers please) or E-mail: xpozure4u@shaws2000.fsnet.co.uk [99] *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 Hove (01273) 220995 for information. [99] Contact Mag Contact Mag for adults: over 900 photos. Approval copy from: Matchmaker (K38), Chorley, PR7 4BS. Or ring 01257 483335 (24 hours). [99] CP Contact Paper CP contact paper for spanking, skins, discipline, etc. SAE to TD Monthly, PO Box 352, Manchester. M60 2PG. [99] CP Equipment Canes, Birches, Straps, Strops, Tawses, Paddles - all Hand Made. From as little as GBP3. For a catalogue and order form, ring Jason Junior on Freephone 0800 9805469. E-mail: jason@jason-junior.co.uk WWW: http://www.jason-junior.co.uk [52a] 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. [99] Glasgow Professional Domination Master Thorn's fully equipped city centre dungeon. Humiliation, bondage, CP, TT, CBT, army and prison scenes. Nervous beginners welcome. Phone: 07005 942363. WWW: http://members.aol.com/_ht_a/master%20thorn/entrance.htm [47a] 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. [99] Limited Companies Only GBP90 for your own Limited Company. PLCs GBP100. Charitable and Unlimited Companies also available. Freephone 0800 526421 for our free 'Guide To Limited Companies'. E-mail: cosun@drink.demon.co.uk WWW: http://www.quick-companies.co.uk/[99] TD Monthly The UK's fastest-growing contact publication for gay men into spanking/CP and all related interests. Please send SAE for details. Write: TD Monthly, PO Box 352, Manchester. M60 2PG. WWW: http://geocities.com/tdmonthly/homepage.html [99] Translation Services Qualified translator based in Edinburgh offers translation services between the following languages: English, Ukrainian, Russian, Turkish and French. E-mail: trots@drink.demon.co.uk or Write: Box SG47100. [99] Videos Over 100 titles available. Good range. Mostly gay, some straight and bi-sex. Fast discreet service. SAE to Box 50303, 39a Dalry Road, Edinburgh. EH11 2BU. [47a] Worldwide Penfriends Regular lists. Make friends, exchange holidays, improve your languages. For general and music lovers' lists send GBP3: "The Penpal List", c/o 221B Merton Rd, Southfields, London. SW18 5EE. [99] XXX Video/Magazines Collection for sale. Excellent prices. Send SAE for list. Box SG47181. *BACK RUBS Aromatherapy - Glasgow - 24/7 Aromatherapy massage, turkish soap massage, Swedish massage, Brazilian massage. Outcalls available. Only pure oils, pure bliss. Call Rob anytime. Satisfaction guaranteed! 07951 124438 (mobile). WE. [47a] Edinburgh Rex. 24 hours. My place or yours. Built to please. Open air. 07730 231443. [47a] Edinburgh Big, chubby and cuddly gay man offers relaxing and erotic massage for men in comfortable surroundings. (No out visits). Please call Kenny or leave a message on my Voicemail on the following numbers: 0131-653 0436, 07880 658324, 07890 024865. [99] Glasgow Area Swedish Massage. Remedial and sports massage. Acupressure massage. Qualified practitioner. Evenings and weekends. Home visits. Non sexual. Drew: 01355 245708. [48] Glasgow City Centre - UK Horny friendly young lad, built to please, good looking, smooth toned, tanned and VWE. I'm into all scenes. In/out calls. Luxury apartment. Will travel anywhere. Call David 07811 566423. [47a] Glasgow Gay Guy Gives good massage. 5'10", toned, tanned, well hung. In/out calls. So give me a call on 07765 194696. Tony. [47a] Massage And Sauna For Men Personal massge and sauna. No time limit. 7 days. Luxury surroundings. Contact Paul 0131-557 8742. [47a] Massage For Men - Edinburgh Great relaxing, holistic, sensual, tantric, full body pampering relief in nurturing masculine environment. Shower, warm towels, refreshments. GBP20 per session. Exceptionally good value. Jim. Qualified, experienced, caring. 0131-556 7199. [50] Massage For Women - Edinburgh Personal service given by blonde, busty, attractive 21 year old woman. Women and couples catered for. Luxurious, discreet surroundings. In or out calls. Contact Natalie: 0131-557 8742. [47a] Reflexology For Men Relaxes, reduces tension and stress, revitalises, enhances bodies own healing sources. Sessions: GBP25 (Readers of ScotsGay: GBP20). Ian - caring, experienced and qualified. 0131-556 3383. [47a] *WHERE TO STAY Aberdeenshire Farm Holidays Gay owned working farm. Horses and rare breed animals and poultry. You can help out or relax. Miles of beaches and walks. Live in Chalet or Mobile Home accommodation, with great food. Ideal stopover for travelling salespeople or lorry drivers. Phone: 07881 490065 (eve). [99] All New, All Gay Guesthouses - Edinburgh Two great locations. Exclusively gay. Easy walk to nightlife. Stylish rooms, all with TV and video (tapes available). Shared and private bathrooms. Breakfast available till noon. Non-smoking houses. Easy parking. Room rates: GBP29-GBP49 per night. Call 0131-558 1382 or Fax 0131-556 8279. WWW: http://www.gayscotland.com/alvahouse/[51a] Edinburgh The Alexander Guest House is a gay friendly guest house (owned and run) with a mixed clientele. Every detail has been thought of in our recently refurbished bedrooms to make your stay a more memorable one. They are equipped with refreshment trays, ironing facilities, hairdryers etc. We serve a full Scottish and continental breakfast menu. We are located 1 mile from the city on the south side with private parking. You can check out our web site at http://www.thealexanderguesthouse.co.uk/Please call Glenn or Alex on 0131-258 4028 or E-mail: alexander@guest68.freeserve.co.uk A warm welcome awaits you. Mention ScotsGay and get 10% discount. [51a] Glasgow - New Exclusively Gay Bed And Breakfast Spencer's Guest House. Superior accommodation in the heart of Glasgow's West End. Our spacious recently refurbished rooms are equipped with colour TV, hairdryers and refreshment trays. Ironing facilities available on request. Close to all amenities. Affordable and easy access to city centre gay pubs and clubs. Full Scottish Breakfast served 8am-Noon. For further details, telephone: 0141-581 6765. [50a] Inverness Glenuig Guesthouse, close to city centre, offers a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. We have en-suite facilities, substantial continental breakfast served until noon and off street parking. Rates from GBP15pppn. 29 Fairfield Road, Inverness, IV3 5QD. Tel: 01463 250938. Fax: 01463 221685. E-mail: cchtravel@aol.com [51a] Near Perth Ron's cosy cottage. Accommodation 2 miles from Coupar Angus on the A94. 20 mins from Perth. All facilities including massage. Call Ron on 01828 670741. [47a] Rainbow Retreats Women only B&B in Andalucia, Southern Spain. 40 mins from Malaga Airport. All en-suite rooms, private pool and bar. For further details please look at our web site: http://www.womens-holiday.com/or ring 0034 952495535. [52] Sutherland On A9 to Wick, B&B. Roadside, 60 miles from Inverness. Double or single. GBP13 per person. Tea and sandwiches included. Phone: Helmsdale(01431) 821570. [62] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Helplines ========= BISEXUAL HELPLINE Tue, Wed 7.30-9.30pm, Sat 10.30am-12.30pm. Phone: 0845 4501263 BORDERS GAY AND LESBIAN SWITCHBOARD Thu 7.30-10pm. Phone: Galashiels (01896) 756611 Write: PO Box 13237, Galashiels. TD1 1WG. E-mail: BORDERS@switchboard.fsbusiness.co.uk CROSSLYNX NATIONAL TV/TS HELPLINE Mon 7.30-9.30pm. Phone: 0141-332 3333 WWW: http://SGLS.tripod.com/transgen.htm CUMBRIA AND THE BORDERS GAY HELPLINE Nightly 6-9pm. Phone: Bassenthwaite Lake (01768) 776244 DIVERSITAY LGBT SWITCHBOARD (DUNDEE) Mon 7-10pm. Phone: Dundee (01382) 202620 Write: PO Box 53, Dundee. DD1 3YG. E-mail: diversitay@hotmail.com WWW: http://www.dundeelgb.freeserve.co.uk/ DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY LESBIAN AND GAYLINE Thu 7.30-9.30pm. Phone: Dumfries (01387) 261818 Write: DAGLAG, PO Box 1299, Dumfries. DG1 2PD. E-mail: daglag@drink.demon.co.uk FIFE FRIEND Tue 7.30-9pm, Fri 7.30-10pm. Phone: Kirkcaldy (01592) 266688 Write: PO Box 19, Kirkcaldy. KY1 3JF. E-mail: info@fifefriend.co.uk WWW: http://www.fifefriend.co.uk/ GRAMPIAN LESBIAN, GAY AND BISEXUAL SWITCHBOARD Wed, Fri 7.30-9.30pm. Phone: Aberdeen (01224) 212600 E-mail: glgbs@glgbs.org.uk WWW: http://www.glgbs.org.uk/ LOTHIAN GAY AND LESBIAN SWITCHBOARD Nightly 7.30-10pm. Phone: 0131-556 4049 E-mail: mail@lgls.org WWW:http://www.lgls.org/ LOTHIAN LESBIAN LINE Mon, Thu 7.30-10pm. Phone: 0131-557 0751 NIGHT OWL CRISIS LINE: Nightly Midnight-5am. Phone: 0141-332 2992 STRATHCLYDE GAY AND LESBIAN SWITCHBOARD Nightly 7-10pm. Phone: 0141-332 8372 E-mail: info@sgls.co.uk WWW: http://www.sgls.co.uk/ SWITCHBOARD LESBIAN LINE Wed 7.30-10pm. Phone: 0141-354 0400 WWW: http://www.sgls.co.uk/services1.htm LONDON LESBIAN AND GAY SWITCHBOARD 24 hours. Phone/Minicom: 020-7837 7324. FAX: 020-7837 7300. WWW: http://www.llgs.org.uk/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Venues ====== * indicates that these venues stock ScotsGay ABERDEEN ABERDEEN WOMEN'S CENTRE* Shoe Lane, (next door to Lemon Tree). Tel: (01224) 625010 (Tue-Wed 10am-2pm), (01224) 713336 (Outwith hours). Tue-Wed 10am-2pm. Free use of computers and Internet connection. Latest computer/women's magazines. Latest edition of Newsletter for women in the gay community (E-mail: AroundAB_out2001@hotmail.com). Drop-in coffee lounge. Information resource Room/Women's library. Access for disabled. E-mail: awc@clara.co.uk FIDELS* 40 Regent Quay. 5pm-Midnight. Bar. Bright and cheery (or gaudy depending on your view). Free Internet access. OUT* 7 Crown Street. Tel: (01224) 210286. Sun, Thu 11pm-2am. Fri-Sat 11pm-3am. Popular large venue. Regular promos and PAs. Gay owned. DUMFRIES SWEATY BETTY'S* Ay-Jay's Bar, The Crichton Campus, Bankend Road. Tel: (01387) 702221. Last Fri of every month. 8pm-1am. A new regular club night for lesbians, gay men and their friends. GBP3/GBP2 concs. E-mail: surefire.promotions@virgin.net DUNDEE BROOKLYN'S BAR* 2 St Andrew's Lane. Tel: (01382) 200660. Wed-Sun 7pm-Midnight. Well appointed gay friendly bar next door to Liberty Nightclub and under the same management. CHARLIE'S BAR* 75-79 Seagate. Tel: (01382) 226840. Mon-Sat 11am-Midnight, Sun 12.30pm-Midnight. Gay friendly bar with free disco Fri & Sat 8-11pm. Free use of premises for pre-booked groups. OUT* 124 Seagate. Tel: (01382) 200660. Wed-Sun 11pm-2.30am. Previously Liberty Nightclub, has just re-opened after a massive refurbishment. Good atmosphere, very popular disco with wide selection of sounds and the occasional act/PA. EDINBURGH ANGEL DELIGHT The Venue (Top Floor), 15-21 Calton Road. Tel: 0131-557 0751. Every fourth Fri. Next dates: 4th Oct (Back to School - ear school uniform), 1st Nov. 10pm-3am. Superclub for women, male guests welcome if invited and accompanying a woman. Resident DJ Michelle plus guest DJs. GBP6 or GBP5 concessions (GBP5 on the door before 11pm). Great drinks promos all night. E-mail: angeldelightsus@hotmail.com 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. BLUE MOON* 1 Barony Street/36 Broughton Street. Tel: 0131-556 2788 (Bar) or 0131-557 0911 (Office). Mon-Fri 11am-11pm, Sat-Sun 10am-11.30pm. 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. C.C. BLOOM'S 23 Greenside Place. Tel: 0131-556 9331. Mon-Sat 7pm-3am, Sun 8pm-3am. Two floors. Karaoke on Thu and Sun. Disco every night from 10.30pm. 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. First and Third Sats of month from 8pm: a male only night aimed at leather, denim, rubber, skinhead, uniform and bears run in conjunction with the MSC Scotland Monthly Meeting and BearScots. E-mail: info@claremont-bar-edinburgh.co.uk WWW: http://www.claremont-bar-edinburgh.co.uk/ EASYINTERNETCAFE 58 Rose Street. Tel: 0131-220 3580. Mon-Sat 7am-11pm, Sun 8am-11pm. Previously known as easyEverything. Large Internet Cafe from which many gay men seem to troll the net instead of just picking up each other! WWW: http://www.easyinternetcafe.com/ EDINBURGH LESBIAN GAY AND BISEXUAL CENTRE* 58a and 60 Broughton Street. Houses Nexus Cafe-Bar, Equality Network and Massage for Health. Also provides meeting and noticeboard space for many lesbigay organisations. Private mailboxes available. FRENCHIES BAR* 89 Rose Street Lane North. Tel: 0131-225 7651. Mon-Sat 1pm-1am, Sun 2pm-Midnight. This vibrant gay bar (Edinburgh's oldest) is in the heart of Rose Street. Happy Hour 6-8pm every day. Karaoke Sun from 4-9pm. HABANA* 22 Greenside Place. Tel: 0131-558 1270. Mon-Sat Noon-1am, Sun 12.30pm-1am. Centrally located pre club bar. Open and bright as well as quite intimate. Busy. Quizoke every Thu with John. Drink promos throughout the month - see ad for details. HOLYROOD TAVERN* 9a Holyrood Road. Tel: 0131-556 5044. Noon-12.45am. Edinburgh's best kept secret. Real ale in a gay friendly atmosphere. "If you must go on the scene, why not have some beer first?" CAMRA's Lesbian and Gay Real Ale Drinkers meet there on the first Mon of the month from 8pm - WWW: http://www.antipope.org/feorag/drinkers/Goths meet every Wednesday (perverts of all shapes and sizes most welcome!) from 9pm. JOY* Club Ego, 14 Picardy Place. Tel: 0131-478 7434. JOY Info Line: 0131-467 2551. 10.30pm-3am. Monthly. Next dates: Sats 28th Sep, 26th Oct, 23rd Nov. Joy is Scotland's most upfront gay club. On two levels. GBP8 members/GBP10 non-members. E-mail: clubjoy@blueyonder.co.uk. WWW: http://www.clubjoy.co.uk/ LAUGHING DUCK* 24 Howe Street. Tel: 0131-220 2376. Mon-Thu 11am-11pm, Fri-Sat 11am-1pm, Sun 11.30am-11pm. After many years and several incarnations as a straight bar, the Duck is gay again. LEATHER AND LACE* 8 Drummond Street. Tel: 0131-557 9413. FAX: 0131-557 8336. 25 Easter Road. Tel: 0131-623 6969. Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun Noon-9pm. Scotland's ORIGINAL licenced SEX shops (formerly Fantasies) where you'll be made welcome by the very nice assortment of folk who work there! Toys galore, video rental too! Larger sizes stocked. LUSH!* Club Ego, 14 Picardy Place. Tel: 0131-478 7434. Info Line: 07736 936650. 10.30pm-3am. Last Fri of each month. Commercial gay club. Dance, Poptunes with DJ's Dale & Craig (Planet Out/Joy/Saturday Social). GBP5 members, GBP6 non members. Pre-club party at Planet Out. WWW: http://www.clublush.co.uk/ LUVELY The Liquid Room, 9c Victoria Street. Tel: 0131-225 2564. Info Line: 07711 307997. First Sat of each Month. 10pm-3am. Mega club night with resident DJ's Tommy Kay, Newton & Stone, Jared and GP. WWW: http://www.luvely.net/ MASSAGE FOR HEALTH 58a/60 Broughton Street. Tel: 07761 002311 or 07970 921209. By appointment only. Massage therapy from qualified practitioners Anne and John. Meditation, Relaxation and Yoga Classes throughout the year - phone for details. E-mail: info@massageforhealth.co.uk WWW: http://www.massageforhealth.co.uk/ MINGIN' Studio 24, 24-26 Calton Road. Info Line: 0131-467 2551. 10.30pm-3am. Fortnightly Sat. Next dates: 5th & 19th Oct, 2nd & 16th Nov. Alan Joy's dark, sexy, dirty trance night features Alan Joy himself on the decks plus Brian Dempster. GBP6 entry (GBP5 before midnight). E-mail: mingin@blueyonder.co.uk MSDEMEANOUR Phoenix Cellar Bar under the Phoenix Bar at 46 Broughton Street. Tel: 0131-557 0234. Info Line: 07831 372154. Monthly. 8.30pm-1am. Next dates: Sats 19th Oct, 16th Nov, 21st Dec. Edinburgh's only regular T-Girl night club. TG's GBP4, Regular Mortals GBP5. Now featuring regular stand-up comedy cabaret! E-mail: MsDemeanourUK@aol.com WWW: http://www.msdemeanour.co.uk/ NEW TOWN BAR* 26B Dublin Street. Tel: 0131-538 7775. Mon-Thu Noon-1am. Fri-Sat Noon-2am. Sun 12.30pm-1am. Especially popular with men. Cellar Bar open Fri & Sat with resident DJ from 10pm-2am - "Formerly Men Only - Now Mixed"! Also available for hire Sun-Thu. NEXUS CAFE-BAR* 60 Broughton Street. Tel: 0131-478 7069. 11am-11pm. Great food and drink at reasonable prices. Internet access available. Under new management. No EIGHTEEN* 18 Albert Place. Tel: 0131-553 3222. Sun-Fri Noon-10pm, Sat Noon-11pm. Long established sauna club for gay gentlemen! Facilities include large sauna cabin, 14 man steam room, 10 (very popular) private rooms, 8 man filtered jacuzzi, TV lounge with hot and cold refreshments available and friendly staff. GBP8 (GBP5 concessions). WWW: http://www.number18sauna.co.uk/ OOT: OUT ON TUESDAY* Stand Comedy Club, York Place. Tel: 0131-558 7272. Second Tue of each month. 9-11pm. Monthly gay comedy club in established comedy venue. Hot food. Real ale. E-mail: admin@thestand.co.uk WWW: http://www.thestand.co.uk/ OUT OF THE BLUE* 1 Barony Street. (Downstairs at the Blue Moon Cafe). Tel: 0131-478 7048. Mon-Fri 11am-7pm. Sat 11am-6pm. Sun Noon-6pm. 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 2pm-1am. Popular and busy gay bar with friendly staff. THE STAG & TURRET* 1-7 Montrose Terrace. Tel: 0131-661 6443. Noon-1am. Friendly gay local just round the corner from the Solas Centre. Can get quite busy. Karaoke on Fri from 8pm. SOLAS CAFE* 2/4 Abbeymount. Tel: 0131-661 0982. Tue & Thu 11am-7.30pm, Wed & Fri 11am-4pm. Attached to Solas HIV/AIDS 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. 10pm-3am. DJ Trendy Wendy. Mixed and crowded club night. TASTE The Liquid Room, 9c Victoria Street. Tel: 0131-225 2564. Info Line: 0131-557 4656. DJs Fisher & Price play a progressive mix of garage and house in the Main Room with guests whilst Martin Valentine and Steven Wanless play garage and US house in the Back Room, to an up-for-it mixed/gay crowd. Sun 6th Oct: Jon Pleased (Quarterly Residency). GBP6 Members/Guests GBP8 (GBP6/GBP10 on guest DJ nights). E-mail: contact-us@taste-clubs.com WWW: http://www.taste-clubs.com/ TOWNHOUSE SAUNA AND GYM* 53 East Claremont Street. Tel: 0131-556 6116. Sun-Thu Noon-11pm, Fri-Sat Noon-Midnight. Scotland's largest, featuring steam room, 20 person sauna, large Jacuzzi, new Kruze Video Zone, licensed bar and cafe, free weights gym, massage by appointment. Admission GBP9 (Concessions GBP6), Mon 18-22 years old FREE entry, Tue GBP2 before 2pm, Wed GBP12 per couple, Thu GBP6 entry before 4pm, Fri half price beers/spirits all day, Sun GBP5 for students. Annual Membership GBP2. Proudly gay owned and operated. WWW: http://www.gayscotland.com/townhouse/index1.htm VELVET CHAINS* Laughing Duck (Basement), 24 Howe Street. Tel: 0131-220 2376. Every six weeks. Next date: Fri 18th Oct. 8pm-1am. Dark atmospheric Goth fetish/BDSM club for Goths, GaySMers & Leather Bears. Strict dress-code: Goth fetish/leather/etc (no street clothing). Entry: GBP3 waged, GBP1 concessions (low-waged/students/Edg&r). E-mail: velvetchains@operamail.com WWW: http://www.scotsgay.co.uk/velvetchains/ VIBE* Club Ego, 14 Picardy Place. Tel: 0131-478 7434. Tue 11pm-3am. James Longworth plays mixture of mainstream toons to a fashionable, large crowd. Drinks promos. GBP2 members/GBP3 non-members. E-mail: vibe@100ent.com WWW: http://www.vibetuesdays.com/ WEB 13* 13 Bread Street. Tel: 0131-229 8883. Mon-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-6pm, Sun Noon-6pm. Informal mixed cybercafe with homely and approachable staff. E-mail: queries@web13.co.uk WWW: http://www.web13.co.uk/ WIGGLE* Club Ego, 14 Picardy Place. Tel: 0131-478 7434. 11pm-3am. Monthly. Next dates: Sat 12th Oct, 9th Nov, 7th Dec. Wiggle is a new monthly club night brought to you by Maggie and Alan Joy. October launch night features DJs Trendy Wendy and Jon Pleased in the main hall with DJs Sally F and Michelle in the Cocteau Lounge. GBP9 or GBP7 with pass from pre-club party at Planet Out featuring DJ Brett King (10pm-1am). FALKIRK KUDOS 1 Princes Street. Tel: (01324) 628100. 11am-1am. Gay friendly bar in the centre of town. Convenient for Grahamston station. GLASGOW BENNETS DISCO 80-90 Glassford Street. Tel: 0141-552 5761. Tue-Sun 11pm-3am. Beautifully appointed busy club on two floors. Frequent PAs. Tuesdays are straight. WWW: http://www.bennets.co.uk/E-mail: BennetsWeb@aol.com BURLY The Big Joint, 1084 South Street. Tel: 0141-954 6999. 10am-2am. Next dates: Fris 25th Oct., 22nd Nov. and 20th Dec. New club night for the over 25 age group. Designed to be cruisy. WWW: http://www.dv8scots.co.uk/E-mail: dv8scots@hotmail.com CANDLE BAR* 20 Candleriggs. Tel: 0141-564 1285. Mon-Fri 4.30pm-Midnight, Sat-Sun Noon-Midnight. Upmarket bar in the heart of the Merchant City. Beautiful place with comfortable seating. Regular cabaret, karaoke and disco. CCA* 350 Sauchiehall Street. Tel: 0141-332 7521. FAX: 0141-332 3226. Sun-Thu 11am-11pm. Fri-Sat 11am-Midnight. The Centre for Contemporary Arts. Performance & exhibition spaces, Cafe/Bar, bookshop. E-mail: gen@cca-glasgow.com WWW: http://www.cca-glasgow.com/ CLONE ZONE* 45 Virginia St. Tel/FAX: 0141-553 2666. Mon-Sat 11am-8pm, Sun 1-7pm. Clothes, videos, magazines, toys. Has now moved out of the GGLC and into new premises a few doors North of their original shop. E-mail: admin@clonezone.co.uk WWW: http://www.clonezone.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. CUBE 34 & 44 Queen Street. Tel: 0141-226 8990. Mon-Tue 11pm-3am. Two-nighter with DJs Shawn and George. Various drinks promos. Entry GBP3. DELMONICA'S BAR 68 Virginia Street. Tel: 0141-552 4803. Daily Noon-Midnight. Has recently shrunk during a refurb but we are pleased to confirm that the standard of service hasn't changed one iota. EASYINTERNETCAFE 57/61 St. Vincent Street. Tel: 0141-222 2365. 7am-10.45pm. Previously known as easyEverything. Large Internet Cafe from which many gay men seem to troll the net instead of just picking up each other! WWW: http://www.easyinternetcafe.com/ GLC CAFE/BAR* 11 Dixon Street. Tel: 0141-226 5050. Daily 11am-Midnight. Full breakfast always available. Home cooking. Friendly and busy! Karaoke on Fri, Sat and Sun. GLASGOW LGBT CENTRE (GGLC)* 11 Dixon Street. Tel/FAX: 0141-221 7203. Daily 11am-Midnight. Welcomes lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgendered. Services include: Cafe Bar, Info Box, Health Info, Interest Groups, Free Newspapers, Diary of Events, Reading Room, Garden of Reflection, Function space for hire and innovative Art Gallery. Increasingly busy and popular! Fully wheelchair accessible venue. E-mail: lgbt.glasgow@gglc.org.uk WWW: http://www.gglc.org.uk/also see their Art Gallery: http://www.gglc.org.uk/index2.html 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. Not very busy. OOT IN GLASGOW* Stand Comedy Club, 333 Woodlands Road. Tel: 0870 600 6055. Second Wed of each month. 8.30-10.30pm. Monthly gay comedy club. E-mail: admin@thestand.co.uk WWW: http://www.thestand.co.uk/ THE POLO LOUNGE 84 Wilson Street. Tel: 0141-553 1221. Mon-Fri 5pm-1am, Sat-Sun Noon-3am. Smaller than previously but retains same attitude. WWW: http://www.pololounge.co.uk/ RELAX CENTRAL* Central House, 2nd Floor, 50-58 Jamaica Street. Tel: 0141-847 0088. Noon-10pm. New Sauna in the City Centre. E-mail: info@relaxcentral.co.uk WWW: http://www.relaxcentral.co.uk/ REVOLVER BAR* 6a John Street. Tel: 0141-553 2456. Noon-Midnight. A refreshing antidote to the current gay scene. Pool table, state of the art free jukebox (with over 6,000 tracks on it), reasonably priced drinks, good quality service, no karaoke. Food available at all times. E-mail: info@revolverdotbar.com WWW: http://www.revolverdotbar.com/ SADIE FROST'S 8-10 West George Street. Tel: 0141-332 8005. Noon-Midnight. Bar meals Noon-7pm. Gay friendly as long as you don't kiss your same sex partner. Heterosexuals are, of course, more than welcome to consume each others' tonsils. 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. SPA 19* 19 Dixon Street. Tel: 0141-572 0347. Sun-Fri Noon-10pm, Sat Noon-4am (All Nighter). Facilities include 2 sauna cabins, steamroom, Jacuzzi, gymnasium, Construction Zone, large rest area, private rest rooms, television lounge, smoking and non-smoking lounges, video monitors installed throughout premises. Free breakfasts on Sun. E-mail: spa_19uk@yahoo.co.uk TRON THEATRE CAFE BAR* Chisholm Street. Tel: 0141-552 8587. 10am-Late. Friendly theatre bar. Mixed. Good food. E-mail: boxoffice@tron.co.uk WWW: http://www.tron.co.uk/ 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: 09099 108174 (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 Beti Hutton seal of approval. INVERNESS GATE CAFE BAR* 21 Queensgate. Tel: (01463) 711700. Mon-Tue 10am-1am, Wed 10am-11pm, Thu-Fri 10am-1am, Sat 10am-12.30am, Sun Noon-11pm. Due to relaunch in October after post deluge refit. Gay friendly bar with dedicated gay nights Tue & Fri. Drink promos and DJs. SLEEPERS Station Square, Academy Street. Tel: (01463) 231926. Mon-Thu 11am-11pm, Fri 11am-1am, Sat 11am-12.30am. Sun Noon-11pm. Inverness's main gay-friendly establishment. Smart hotel bar. Gayest on Wed and Fri evenings. KIRKCALDY FEUARS ARMS 66 Commercial Street. Tel: (01592) 269056. Mon-Thu 11.30am-3pm & 5-11pm, Fri-Sat 11.30am-Midnight, Sun 12.30pm-Midnight. Mixed venue. Traditional pub (in the Good Beer Guide) serving real ale to a wide clientele. Listed Grade B - fascinating Gents lavatory (and three resident Spirits). 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: Until 7.30pm). Near to railway station. Mixed, busy, bohemian and friendly bar/bistro. Popular with students and Sons/Daughters of the Rock alike. -------------------------------------------------------------------------- ScotsGay: a monthly magazine for lesbians, gays and bisexuals. ScotsGay 60/- Light appears in odd numbered months, whilst ScotsGay 80/- Heavy appears in even numbered months. ISSN: 1357-0595. Edited, printed and published in Scotland (c) Pageprint Limited, September 2002. PO Box 666, Edinburgh. EH7 5YW. 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. 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