Party like Meg Stalter & Fergie at these “London Bridge” gay hot spots
Fergie and Megan Stalter just visited "London Bridge," and you can too!
Mark
It’s been nearly 20 years since Fergie blessed the gays with her seminal debut single, “London Bridge,” and she’s going down again — with some help from queer comedian Megan Stalter.
In a music video promoting Stalter’s new Netflix series Too Much, she and the singer joined forces to correct a mistake from Fergie’s 2006 visual, which was not actually filmed on the London Bridge. (Shocking, we know.)
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As the two ladies strut through the iconic spot, Stalter gets thwacked by a pedestrian and shouts out, “This is the bridge that everybody’s making a big fuss about? It smells like p*ss.” Accordingly, Fergie tells her this is “why we didn’t shoot here originally.” “I’ve been paying for it for the last twenty f*cking years,” she adds. LOL.
In reality, though, it’s all love. “I can’t believe I got to do a second music video for this special song almost 20 years later, now with superstar goddess queen Megan Stalter,” The Dutchess singer wrote on social media.
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Where can you find the best gay bars in London?
This global hotspot provides a cornucopia of entertainment options for queer travelers.
It’s a total nostalgia trip, and all of a sudden, we hear London calling. Thankfully, there’s a handful of gay pubs and clubs just a stone’s throw away from the bridge.
Get ready to party like Meg and Fergie with these spots…
The Rising SE1
A mile away from the London Bridge, you can find The Rising, an Elephant and Castle pub and live music venue that’s quickly become one of the area’s hottest new gay spots.
With a “queer energy and rebellious spirit,” there’s no shortage of events throughout the week, including trivia nights, drag performances, and even jazz. Plus, their unbeatable happy hour runs Sunday through Friday, and their daytime service is remote work-friendly, with free refills on Americanos from noon to 5 p.m.
The Nelson’s
For a more local feel, travel about two miles to The Nelson’s off Hackney Road. The small, residential, and independently owned gay pub specializes in the “weird and wonderful,” including drag and karaoke nights. With billiards, cats, and an award-winning roast, you’ll want to snag a reservation online, especially if you’re stopping by on a Sunday.
MA1: The Bunker
For a cheekier vibe, just a mile and a half away is MA1: The Bunker. Between a cafe and a supermarket lies this old-school cruise club, which hosts events every night of the week, including parties, cosplay get-togethers, and rubber nights. Double check their calendar, because no evening is the same, and there are no refunds!
But once you get inside, there’s plenty to explore, including a video room, maze, and changing areas — although you’ll have to see it for yourself, because they’ve got a strict no cell phone policy.
Retro Bar
You’ll need to catch a car to visit Retro Bar, but this old-fashioned pub, known as “one of the West End’s friendliest gay venues,” is worth the ride. The site’s rich history dates back to the 17th century, and it has been a haven for an eccentric and alternative queer crowd since the 1990s.
On top of that, their jukebox spins a wide-ranging mix of disco and “sleazy beats,” and their rock n’ roll gallery walls, covered in framed pics of LGBTQ+ and music icons, make every corner an Insta-worthy moment.
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