Coventry LGBTQ+ Bar named in top 10 percent of businesses worldwide

The Yard, a much-loved LGBTQ+ bar and nightclub in Coventry, has been named among the top 10% of businesses internationally in TripAdvisor's 2025 Travellers' Choice Awards. The queer, city-centre venue was commended for its entertainment and commitment to the LGBTQ+ community.

The Yard Coventry

TripAdvisor is the world’s largest travel site with more than a billion user-generated reviews. The Travellers' Choice Awards is based on the reviews and ratings left by visitors on the review site over a 12-month period.

Listed as the number one LGBTQ+ venue in Coventry, The Yard is celebrated for its reputation as a safe and inclusive space for the community and allies. With welcoming and professional staff, the venue is commended for its ongoing commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and supporting LGBTQ+ charities and initiatives. The Yard offers a calendar of entertainment including drag performances, club nights, themed events and more, as well as a menu of food alongside the drinks.

General Manager of The Yard, Kieran Jones, said: "We are absolutely thrilled and incredibly proud to receive the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award for 2025. This award is particularly meaningful because it comes directly from the feedback of our amazing customers.

It’s a testament to the hard work of our dedicated team, who strive every day to make The Yard a safe, welcoming, and fun-filled place for everyone—especially our incredible LGBTQ+ community and all their friends."