The Buff Club

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A retro-styled Bath Lane hideaway revered for vintage funk, rare soul, disco grooves, and intimate unpretentious dance parties.

Neighbourhood

Glasgow

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Age

18+ (local law)

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Indoor / outdoor

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Dress code

No dress code listed

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Music & atmosphere

A quick guide to the music and atmosphere you can expect.

Music

House Disco Funk & soul Eclectic

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Editorial

36.5 of 45

Editorial judgement based on reviewed venue and scene evidence. A score does not imply a first-hand visit.

Scene7.5 of 9

The venue’s role in its local nightlife scene.

Freshness6.0 of 17

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Ratings5.0 of 10

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Impact4.4 of 11

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Longevity1.6 of 4

How long the venue has been open.

Saves0.0 of 4

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