When you think of nightlife in the UK, the image of a traditional pub is probably the first to come to mind. There are certainly plenty of them, generally specialising in beers and ales and usually also serving food – typical “pub grub”. However, this is very far from the only option available, especially in the nation’s larger cities.  

The skyscrapers of London feature a number of excellent rooftop bars while university cities across the country are noted for their nightclubs and bustling bars. Microbreweries are increasingly popular, too. Of course, it’s not just drinking that you can do in the evenings, as you’ll see in many of our UK Go Guides below. 

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