First of all I LIKE Dempseys, but I do have the right to question things from time to time. I am not being a drama queen but the Saturday in question was very strange and yes some of the men were with women and were making it clear they were with women.

I went to Dempseys on Easter Sunday and had a fantastic night, a totally different atmosphere.So what ! just because its a gay bar, does that mean that straight people and their partners cant go in :huh:

So what ! just because its a gay bar, does that mean that straight people and their partners cant go in :huh:


That isn't what I am saying, it,s just that on THAT night the atmosphere was strange, tense. One gay guy was told to f.. off gay **** in the loos bya guy and lots of young lads were in and out of the loos like a rat in a hole, classic sign of drug use.

I accept that i am old fashioned in my "gay" ways and will take a lot of stick on this forum but I don't understand why straight lads or straight couples want to go to a gay club on a Saturday night when there are hundreds of straight bars in Sheffield. It,s not just me, I spoke to loads of people who also said it was "too" straight and "weird" THAT Saturday night. But I did have a great time last Sunday.

OK - time for me to chuck my two penneth in. Firstly, the last few points about the straight atmosphere are correct. Far too many queens have been bringing in their straight girl friends, making them members, letting the girl friends bring in their boyfriends, again membership, then they split and the boyfriend brings in his straight mates etc - and it goes on. We are currently on lock out at Dempseys in an attempt to "gay-en" the place up again. On Saturday about 40 straights were turned away and the atmosphere was great, until a queen demanded that his family be allowed in. Albeit, the family started fighting and Colin got battered. So now, no guests are being allowed in, only members - simple as that. We have operated this since Saturday night and the place hasn't been affected by trade - it now means that everyone feels more comfortable and stays longer. Sadly, whilst the straights kept Dempseys alive when most gay punters moved over to Fuel, we are not tolerating the hettie attitude any longer. We have straight members who we know are gay friendly and these will remain for the time being, provided we don't get any hassles. As with any pub/club - gay or straight - leave your attitude at the door or don't even attempt to cross the line. So if you come to Dempseys with straight non members, please don't cause a scene and accept what we're trying to do. We need the support of the gay scene to achieve this. If we can achieve it then maybe others will follows suit. I am on the front line 3 nights a week and will stand my ground

posted by UKSentinel
So now, no guests are being allowed in, only members - simple as that

Oh dear I better get a new membership card then :o :o

OK - time for me to chuck my two penneth in. Firstly, the last few points about the straight atmosphere are correct. Far too many queens have been bringing in their straight girl friends, making them members, letting the girl friends bring in their boyfriends, again membership, then they split and the boyfriend brings in his straight mates etc - and it goes on. We are currently on lock out at Dempseys in an attempt to "gay-en" the place up again. On Saturday about 40 straights were turned away and the atmosphere was great, until a queen demanded that his family be allowed in. Albeit, the family started fighting and Colin got battered. So now, no guests are being allowed in, only members - simple as that. We have operated this since Saturday night and the place hasn't been affected by trade - it now means that everyone feels more comfortable and stays longer. Sadly, whilst the straights kept Dempseys alive when most gay punters moved over to Fuel, we are not tolerating the hettie attitude any longer. We have straight members who we know are gay friendly and these will remain for the time being, provided we don't get any hassles. As with any pub/club - gay or straight - leave your attitude at the door or don't even attempt to cross the line. So if you come to Dempseys with straight non members, please don't cause a scene and accept what we're trying to do. We need the support of the gay scene to achieve this. If we can achieve it then maybe others will follows suit. I am on the front line 3 nights a week and will stand my groundGlad to hear it, there are a few straight forum members who are also members at Dempseys (myself included) who would NEVER even think about causing a problem there.

Hope Colin is ok.....

OK - time for me to chuck my two penneth in. Firstly, the last few points about the straight atmosphere are correct. Far too many queens have been bringing in their straight girl friends, making them members, letting the girl friends bring in their boyfriends, again membership, then they split and the boyfriend brings in his straight mates etc - and it goes on. We are currently on lock out at Dempseys in an attempt to "gay-en" the place up again. On Saturday about 40 straights were turned away and the atmosphere was great, until a queen demanded that his family be allowed in. Albeit, the family started fighting and Colin got battered. So now, no guests are being allowed in, only members - simple as that. We have operated this since Saturday night and the place hasn't been affected by trade - it now means that everyone feels more comfortable and stays longer. Sadly, whilst the straights kept Dempseys alive when most gay punters moved over to Fuel, we are not tolerating the hettie attitude any longer. We have straight members who we know are gay friendly and these will remain for the time being, provided we don't get any hassles. As with any pub/club - gay or straight - leave your attitude at the door or don't even attempt to cross the line. So if you come to Dempseys with straight non members, please don't cause a scene and accept what we're trying to do. We need the support of the gay scene to achieve this. If we can achieve it then maybe others will follows suit. I am on the front line 3 nights a week and will stand my ground

I agree with the strict membership policy. It might explain why there was such a much more friendly, comfortable atmosphere on Sunday. Best wishes to Colin, hope he is OK.

He's fine and heals well. He's taking his first holiday in 2 years next week. There are some great people of all orientations that frequent Dempseys but lately there have been some issues with members of staff allowing any crap through the door. I've been working the past few nights and have refused entry to many punters. After all, it's a gay place and needs to be hassle free. It was good last night, for the first time in ages, to have to deal with a drunken queen who was adamant he'd lost his green coat - even though his partner was adamant he didn't possess one. There was a bit of bitch slapping between the 2 of them, rather than boots in and fists flying like we've seen over the past few months from our hardcore hettie visitors.

not this time
(ive been busy with other stuff but i will try to do one one the 7th of may when our next drag queen is on but dont hold me to it)

if any one as any ideas of what i could do email me at
ryanthompson200@hotmail.co.uk

I'd like to come and see the Drag Cabaret on 7th May, and if it is at all possible, do one or two songs as a 'warm-up' as well, if others are doing that. I myself have a booking at a charity night on 5th May as support act at Stardus/Cutlers Club, in aid of the Childrens' Hospital, so I'll be around for that weekend! I've got some 'new' songs I will be doing (all LIVE, not mimed!), such as Joni Mitchell's 'Big Yellow Taxi'!


Just a quick note in appreciation of last Monday's Drag Act, 'Adrian James'. He was SUPERB, as any pro who has worked for over a decade would be, and as I found out in meeting him afterwards, he is such a lovely chap to talk to!

He's fine and heals well. He's taking his first holiday in 2 years next week. There are some great people of all orientations that frequent Dempseys but lately there have been some issues with members of staff allowing any crap through the door. I've been working the past few nights and have refused entry to many punters. After all, it's a gay place and needs to be hassle free. It was good last night, for the first time in ages, to have to deal with a drunken queen who was adamant he'd lost his green coat - even though his partner was adamant he didn't possess one. There was a bit of bitch slapping between the 2 of them, rather than boots in and fists flying like we've seen over the past few months from our hardcore hettie visitors.

Please pass on my best wishes to Colin and tell him to have a great holiday.

I've been working the past few nights and have refused entry to many punters. After all, it's a gay place and needs to be hassle free. It was good last night, for the first time in ages, to have to deal with a drunken queen who was adamant he'd lost his green coat - even though his partner was adamant he didn't possess one. There was a bit of bitch slapping between the 2 of them, rather than boots in and fists flying like we've seen over the past few months from our hardcore hettie visitors.

Yes I was in last night, cannot remember seeing you, although i was a bit tipsy (as usual) :).

Must say it was a good night last night, I am likin a Wednesdays now ;)

He's fine and heals well. He's taking his first holiday in 2 years next week. There are some great people of all orientations that frequent Dempseys but lately there have been some issues with members of staff allowing any crap through the door. I've been working the past few nights and have refused entry to many punters. After all, it's a gay place and needs to be hassle free. It was good last night, for the first time in ages, to have to deal with a drunken queen who was adamant he'd lost his green coat - even though his partner was adamant he didn't possess one. There was a bit of bitch slapping between the 2 of them, rather than boots in and fists flying like we've seen over the past few months from our hardcore hettie visitors.Nice to hear Colin is doing ok...

I must know you as it seems that you are one of the door staff...cant think which one though :huh:

I'm the one that wears black, lol - and I don't mean Carina! (ryanthompson, don't dare tell her I posted that!)

I used to work full time but now only do Sun, Mon and Tues nights. Looks like I'll be covering more shifts when Colin is away though.

I'm the one that wears black, lol - and I don't mean Carina! (ryanthompson, don't dare tell her I posted that!)

I used to work full time but now only do Sun, Mon and Tues nights. Looks like I'll be covering more shifts when Colin is away though.Aye, I know who you are now....

Without giving too much away, look at member number 4318 and see if you recognise me :D

Okay SR - will do

I'm the one that wears black, lol - and I don't mean Carina! (ryanthompson, don't dare tell her I posted that!)

I used to work full time but now only do Sun, Mon and Tues nights. Looks like I'll be covering more shifts when Colin is away though.

lol lol lol

Uksentinel or ryanthompson - can either fo you tell me when the next drag act is on, I saw it advertised on the screens when I was last down but was a bit tipsy to make a note of the dates :thumbsup:

Is it May bank holiday ?

not this time
(ive been busy with other stuff but i will try to do one one the 7th of may when our next drag queen is on but dont hold me to it)

if any one as any ideas of what i could do email me at
ryanthompson200@hotmail.co.uk

Tut tut spidey - and I thought that you read every single post. Shame on you Sir

Tut tut spidey - and I thought that you read every single post. Shame on you Sir

Oh no I missed that one, lol :blush: :blush: :blush: :blush:

anyway back to the Grand Prix

Dempseys has been going downhill for ages, even one of the door staff got beaten up recently by a group of straight guys. It seems to be all down to money, otherwise why let big groups of straight lads in anyway because they're obviously not there to be tolerant of gay people. Its a shame really because it used to be a good night out a few years ago.

the thing that disappoints me about dempseys is that the only kiss im gonna get is off some pervy straight bloke that wont stop hassleing me all night, when i chat up a girl she says she doesnt believe im gay, just cos i dont look like your stereotype lesbian. grrr annoyin!

Had a great night in Dempseys on Sunday, loved the kareoke, but I heard a bit of gossip that there was a fight in there on Saturday night between a load of Turkish straight guys, anyone know if this true ???

Had a great night in Dempseys on Sunday, loved the kareoke, but I heard a bit of gossip that there was a fight in there on Saturday night between a load of Turkish straight guys, anyone know if this true ???

Apparently it was true, I was there that Saturday but saw nothing, but I suspect it was upstairs as I was downstairs most of the night.

Not a fight really. I'd warned the Turks, as I did with all our straight members, that this was a gay bar and any hassles from them would mean a total life ban. Sadly, a drunken queen insisted on touching one of them up, he warned her 3 times that he was straight and finally got very angry. Gay or straight, if you don't want touching up by someone then it's your right. One of our gay members heard him shouting and grabbed the Turk by the throat - no idea why, but it happened. In trying to assess what had happened, I escorted him downstairs - he was angry. He mates were angry because they thought he'd kicked off and decided to teach him a lesson. It all blew over in about 15 mins or so. The queen who'd caused the problem was escorted out later, the gay member who had grabbed the Turk by the throat explained why, and the Turk who was angry apologised for kicking off, albeit I've asked him not to come back for a month or so. Tough decision to make but we're contiinuing with our "No non members, no guests" policy in order to rectify the damage that having over 10,000 members regardless of their sexuality, has created. I will continue to make sure that Dempseys "gayens" itself up. Our gay members are now staying longer, the atmosphere is soooooo gay and we can finally concentrate on the things that matter, rather than trying to stop our hettie macho gang members from trying to kill themselves and anyone else that happens to be in the way. Hope you're all starting to have a bit of fun now!!!

As an extra comment, it is a gay bar, for gay people and also gay friendly people. The door staff now will only allow gay non members to be members. As for guests, please don't try and beg for your straight friend to be allowed in. Help us to help you. We're trying to use discretion but I won't commit my comments on an open forum.

Pink Pound Needed.

Do you fancy owning a genuine authenticated signed KYLIE gold disc.

A local charity the Burton Street Foundation are holding a charity auction on the 17th May at SWFC and have the above mentioned KYLIE item up for grabs. Come on dig deep and grab a piece of KYLIE. This queen has already bid £100.00.

Burton Street do a fantastic job supporting people with disabilities, learning needs and those at a social disadvantage. Call Karen in the Development Office at Burton Street on 0114 2332908 for info.

Thank you.

Not a fight really. I'd warned the Turks, as I did with all our straight members, that this was a gay bar and any hassles from them would mean a total life ban. Sadly, a drunken queen insisted on touching one of them up, he warned her 3 times that he was straight and finally got very angry. Gay or straight, if you don't want touching up by someone then it's your right. One of our gay members heard him shouting and grabbed the Turk by the throat - no idea why, but it happened. In trying to assess what had happened, I escorted him downstairs - he was angry. He mates were angry because they thought he'd kicked off and decided to teach him a lesson. It all blew over in about 15 mins or so. The queen who'd caused the problem was escorted out later, the gay member who had grabbed the Turk by the throat explained why, and the Turk who was angry apologised for kicking off, albeit I've asked him not to come back for a month or so. Tough decision to make but we're contiinuing with our "No non members, no guests" policy in order to rectify the damage that having over 10,000 members regardless of their sexuality, has created. I will continue to make sure that Dempseys "gayens" itself up. Our gay members are now staying longer, the atmosphere is soooooo gay and we can finally concentrate on the things that matter, rather than trying to stop our hettie macho gang members from trying to kill themselves and anyone else that happens to be in the way. Hope you're all starting to have a bit of fun now!!!

Well handled UK Sentinel - though by the sounds of it with the new laws enacted since last week where gay clubs cannot discriminate against straight people and vice versa you are going to have a lot more work on your hands with incidents like this ! - you will always get the str8 element who like going to gay clubs just to see the "animals in the zoo" or to judge how attractive they are to members of the opposite sex by seeing how attractive they are to those of their own same sex - I don't know why they do it instead of just going to str8 clubs in the first place unless they are secretly bi - but then I guess they think dempseys is easier and cheaper to get into .... by the way not everyone who is gay is out and consequently dont always carry a membership card on them so I guess they are affected by the new policy also :-)

.. by the way not everyone who is gay is out and consequently dont always carry a membership card on them so I guess they are affected by the new policy also :-)

Not so it seems, I lost mine, but can still get in ok. (last for instance) Maybe cause I look a "bit gay" and also spend most of my time there, lol :) :)

Well I popped down there last night, with a friend from work and had a good time, the food was lovely, and we were both starving as well. yummy.

Added bonus of a stripper, which I had completely forgotten about, and she loved that bit. :)

Also the new idea of not letting many straights in has created a much better atmosphere indeed.

Well I popped down there last night, with a friend from work and had a good time, the food was lovely, and we were both starving as well. yummy.

Added bonus of a stripper, which I had completely forgotten about, and she loved that bit. :)

Also the new idea of not letting many straights in has created a much better atmosphere indeed.


I agree, the food at Dempseys is good and great value. I love their mixed grill.

Also the new idea of not letting many straights in has created a much better atmosphere indeed.

Tut Tut Petey - as if we daren't even think of the idea! We tend to use the term as non gay non members. The place has become so very gay now!

We tend to use the term "non gay non members".

not "additional income that kept us going when the fickle queens abandoned us" ?

not "additional income that kept us going when the fickle queens abandoned us" ?

Well at least some of the gay population support the gay venues in Sheffield, whether they are fickle or not.

We had a right old time in Dempseys last Sunday cos F**l was a wimmin only zone. Been a few times recently and its much better now all the macho turkish guys have been ousted.

Well at least some of the gay population support the gay venues in Sheffield, whether they are fickle or not.

I support the ones in Manchester and London, so I'm not a total failure at being gay.

not "additional income that kept us going when the fickle queens abandoned us" ?

Is it me or is that a very "fuel megathread" type of response? We're trying to draw a happy medium with what is wrong with the gay scene in Sheffield these days. You have to take the rough with the smooth - or the bitching with the praise. There's nothing to be gained by pointing the finger at anyone now that the event is history. We have to be pro-active rather than re-active and aim to turn things around so that we deliver what our gay members want.

Is it me or is that a very "fuel megathread" type of response? We're trying to draw a happy medium with what is wrong with the gay scene in Sheffield these days. You have to take the rough with the smooth - or the bitching with the praise. There's nothing to be gained by pointing the finger at anyone now that the event is history. We have to be pro-active rather than re-active and aim to turn things around so that we deliver what our gay members want.


Good man. Good answer - it's what we make it - there's room for all of us on the scene.

I support the ones in Manchester and London, so I'm not a total failure at being gay.

Well why do you bother posting on a SHEFFIELD thread then, or are you just trolling as usual.

are you just trolling as usual.

No, just having my say.
You think the Sheffield scene is super fantastic, I think it's crap.
You think it's gay peoples duty to go to gay pubs/clubs, I don't.
I see loads of Sheffield people in Manchester so it's not just me who is a traitor.

Is it me or is that a very "fuel megathread" type of response?

No it's not. It's an observation, once something new opened all your customers abandoned you, there were multiple threads on here about how crap Dempseys was and how fantastic Fuel was, now the novelty of Fuel has worn off it's the other way round. There is no loyalty on the gay scene you must know that.

No it's not. It's an observation, once something new opened all your customers abandoned you, there were multiple threads on here about how crap Dempseys was and how fantastic Fuel was, now the novelty of Fuel has worn off it's the other way round. There is no loyalty on the gay scene you must know that.

Nick,

I think you have made some valid points. There is no loyality on the gay scene, Fuel was the new "in thing" and Dempseys etc got dumped, now people are walking away from Fuel and Dempseys is busy again. To a degree thats the pub/club business, trends come and go. I also go regular to Manchester but try and support the Sheffield scene when I can, even if it is crap. Where we mainly differ is the "do I go out in straight pubs or gay pubs" and being "visibly" gay. I do go in lots of straight bars but PREFER gay bars if they are decent and I like being gay and I am proud of being gay (20 years of gay pride marches have an effect on you) lol. I need no permission or approval from the straight community, as the song goes "I am what I am" deal with it.

Thanks for your contributions, Sheffield needs a good honest debate about it's scene or lack of it !

xx

Hello everyone. I've just signed up to the Sheffield forum today after stumbling accross it accidently. I've just spent the past 2 hours reading pages and pages of comments about the Sheffield Gay scene! I too have to agree with what a few of you say. Sheffield, the 4th biggest city in the UK and the in all honesty, the gay scene is a little on the small side looking at some of our sister Cities like Manchester and Leeds. I do think though that gradually it is improving and people all over are putting in a genuine effort to improve things for everybody. I've spent hours and hours trawling around the likes of Fuel, Dempsey's, Lions Lair, Xes, Climax etc etc. We've got more choice now than we've had in a long long time and I feel that it's only fair that everybody should support each venue. Everybody has their favourite but you can have too much of a good thing in my opinion. If you've got the odd pink pound to spare, why not spread it around each venue. Your going to meet a wider scope of people and bring the Gay community within Sheffield together!
Just one last quick thing! I went to Dempsey's on Sunday night, it was the best night out I have had in many a month! The new ruling on the door certainly seems to be working very well. The atmosphere was fab and I look forward to my next visit with it's new found 'GAY' atmosphere. Really good to see it doing well again!

[QUOTE=TheStig;2243572]Hello everyone. I've just signed up to the Sheffield forum today after stumbling accross it accidently. I've just spent the past 2 hours reading pages and pages of comments about the Sheffield Gay scene! I too have to agree with what a few of you say. Sheffield, the 4th biggest city in the UK and the in all honesty, the gay scene is a little on the small side looking at some of our sister Cities like Manchester and Leeds. I do think though that gradually it is improving and people all over are putting in a genuine effort to improve things for everybody. I've spent hours and hours trawling around the likes of Fuel, Dempsey's, Lions Lair, Xes, Climax etc etc. We've got more choice now than we've had in a long long time and I feel that it's only fair that everybody should support each venue. Everybody has their favourite but you can have too much of a good thing in my opinion. If you've got the odd pink pound to spare, why not spread it around each venue. Your going to meet a wider scope of people and bring the Gay community within Sheffield together!
Just one last quick thing! I went to Dempsey's on Sunday night, it was the best night out I have had in many a month! The new ruling on the door certainly seems to be working very well. The atmosphere was fab and I look forward to my next visit with it's new

I agree. Well Said. :clap:

Hello everyone. I've just signed up to the Sheffield forum today after stumbling accross it accidently. I've just spent the past 2 hours reading pages and pages of comments about the Sheffield Gay scene! I too have to agree with what a few of you say. Sheffield, the 4th biggest city in the UK and the in all honesty, the gay scene is a little on the small side looking at some of our sister Cities like Manchester and Leeds. I do think though that gradually it is improving and people all over are putting in a genuine effort to improve things for everybody. I've spent hours and hours trawling around the likes of Fuel, Dempsey's, Lions Lair, Xes, Climax etc etc. We've got more choice now than we've had in a long long time and I feel that it's only fair that everybody should support each venue. Everybody has their favourite but you can have too much of a good thing in my opinion. If you've got the odd pink pound to spare, why not spread it around each venue. Your going to meet a wider scope of people and bring the Gay community within Sheffield together!
Just one last quick thing! I went to Dempsey's on Sunday night, it was the best night out I have had in many a month! The new ruling on the door certainly seems to be working very well. The atmosphere was fab and I look forward to my next visit with it's new found 'GAY' atmosphere. Really good to see it doing well again!


WELCOME to Sheffield Forum, Stig, from Sheffield's No. 1 Drag Queen!

Thanks for your comments guys! Glad I'm not the only one with the same opinion! ;)

WELCOME to Sheffield Forum, Stig, from Sheffield's No. 1 Drag Queen!

And most shameless self-publicist!! :)

And most shameless self-publicist!! :)

Have you noticed this as well, :)

Decided to share of funy little story with you. I went for a drink on Friday night up Woodseats, whilst in the Woodseats Hotel in noticed some straight lads (they told me they were straight a few weeks back in Dempseys) my mate was convinced they were gay, and he's straight, I'm still not sure about them !!! All aged about 18.

Anyway, I was getting a burger from Panda Pizza when some of the "straight" lads mates came into the shop for some chips, one of them answered his mobile with the greeting "hi mate, where are you, where, Dempseys, what you doing in there you bent B....d" he then hung up and after chatting to the others for a few minutes they were ordering a taxi to take them to Dempseys !! As a gay man I find this whole "Metrosexual man" thing a bit strange. Why would you use the phrase "Bent B....d" and then go drinking in a gay bar ?????

Have you noticed this as well, :)

I hadn't, he's very subtle.

Have you noticed this as well, :)


You mean this, from the Queer sheffield website?:


FUEL

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Now open MONDAY, see the CLUBS section for more details, and check out LIONS LAIR in the PUBS section for more updated information


A belated Welcome, Bensonandhedges, to the world which is Sheffield Forum!

Belated, honey? I've been here around 4 years....

Hey all just joined loving the site. How big is this thread tho its taken me ages 2 read lol x

And most shameless self-publicist!! :)



and most shameless.

Hey all just joined loving the site. How big is this thread tho its taken me ages 2 read lol x

:wave: welcome to the Forum.

You should try reading the Fuel thread, thats massive, would takes weeks to read, lol :)

lol - cut down on the adverts on it and it'll prob take you an hour :o))

yeah the fuel 1 did take a while lol

Had a great time in Dempseys on Sunday night, it was fairly busy, good to see staff on the door being strict with people coming in. The atmosphere was great.

Welcome to the Forum and Dempseys Megathread, Dronfield Lad.

BTW, I know last Monday was a Bank Holiday; I was was spending a quiet evening at home with the boyfriend, but had been wondering if Dempseys had a cabaret on Monday, as they normally have on Bank Holidays.

How was last Monday, and when is it likely they will do another cabaret?

hey i wsnt out last monday ne 1 out 2 nite

I have not been in in so long!

Me and my mates had a great time on Saturday in Dempseys, it's much better these days but I have one question - why does Tony hang around customers in such an intimidating way, he was practically over my shoulder all night, I know he has a job to do but sometimes it's too much.

Me and my mates had a great time on Saturday in Dempseys, it's much better these days but I have one question - why does Tony hang around customers in such an intimidating way, he was practically over my shoulder all night, I know he has a job to do but sometimes it's too much.

Maybe he fancies you :hihi: :hihi: :hihi:

Maybe he fancies you :hihi: :hihi: :hihi:

Well I wouldn't blame him.:hihi:

Awww Tony is harmless. I was in on Friday for the first time in weeks and weeks and as usual I was ****** as a fart.

Awww Tony is harmless. I was in on Friday for the first time in weeks and weeks and as usual I was ****** as a fart.

I love Tony, but it's a little strange when he is stood at your side most of the night waltching your every move. I know he is doing his job but it's just too strange. It wouldn't be so bad if he had a conversation with you but he just looks at you, smiles, minces around and then before you know it he's stood next to you again. (Tony I love you but you are making me nervous). :confused:

I love Tony, but it's a little strange when he is stood at your side most of the night waltching your every move. I know he is doing his job but it's just too strange. It wouldn't be so bad if he had a conversation with you but he just looks at you, smiles, minces around and then before you know it he's stood next to you again. (Tony I love you but you are making me nervous). :confused:

He massages my back and asks "When will it be my turn?" :D

Is Tony the larger blond gentleman? If so, I know what you mean.

Is Tony the larger blond gentleman? If so, I know what you mean.

Well he is larger, but isnt blond.

Is Tony the larger blond gentleman? If so, I know what you mean.

Yes, thats Tony. Glad it not just me who finds it strange.

Well I wouldn't blame him.:hihi:

She is slightly blind dear :P :P :P

She is slightly blind dear :P :P :P

Trade is he dear? ;) :P

Well he is larger, but isnt blond.

LOL - I've known Tony for about 18 years. He of the red headed variety and we've always called him Gin-Ger (the G is the same sound as Golf and not Gin)

Yeah he's harmless. Russet lodge here we come!

Trade is he dear? ;) :P

Don`t know what you mean ... what is Trade ? :P :P :P




you biatch

Me and my mates had a great time on Saturday in Dempseys, it's much better these days but I have one question - why does Tony hang around customers in such an intimidating way, he was practically over my shoulder all night, I know he has a job to do but sometimes it's too much.

I for one must say Tony's a lovely chap, but the only thing I wish of him (From a fellow Drag Queen) would be if he could dress up in drag more often, perhaps once a week; he looked fantastic earlier this year as Mama Morton, and this would sure bring more punters in!!!

Well I popped into Demspeys last Thursday, as I wasnt at work on the Friday, and my lesbian friend joined me and we got drunk, met a few more peeps in there, I am still amazed how friendly people arein there, talking to complete strangers.

Stripper was nice as well, and had a few shots to round the night off, :gag: :gag: and got wet going home.

But I didnt care, had a fab time. :banana:

I was surprised how many people was in as it was throwing it down with rain. :o

Well I popped into Demspeys last Thursday, as I wasnt at work on the Friday, and my lesbian friend joined me and we got drunk, met a few more peeps in there, I am still amazed how friendly people arein there, talking to complete strangers.

Stripper was nice as well, and had a few shots to round the night off, :gag: :gag: and got wet going home.

But I didnt care, had a fab time. :banana:

I was surprised how many people was in as it was throwing it down with rain. :o

Were you in on Saturday. It was a great night, chatted with loads of people, got very drunk and it was very busy. Tony was stood watching me and my friends, all gay, like a hawk again, I turned around at one point and bumped into him, he was virtually on my shoulder, someone please explian why ? I have been going to Demseys for years and know most of the staff and have never been in trouble. Tony is really making me paranoid. Suppose I might go in one Sunday afternoon and try and have a quiet, discret word wth him over my yorkshire puddings.:hihi:

Were you in on Saturday. It was a great night, chatted with loads of people, got very drunk and it was very busy. Tony was stood watching me and my friends, all gay, like a hawk again, I turned around at one point and bumped into him, he was virtually on my shoulder, someone please explian why ? I have been going to Demseys for years and know most of the staff and have never been in trouble. Tony is really making me paranoid. Suppose I might go in one Sunday afternoon and try and have a quiet, discret word wth him over my yorkshire puddings.:hihi:

Yes we were there! Left about 2.30 I think but its all a little blurry.... :hihi:

I was there for the first time in aaaaages.

Was too busy, hot and smoky upstairs so spent most of our time sitting downstairs - didn't make the dancefloor.

I have to admit that the atmosphere seemed fairly good and they have made some improvements.

Yes we were there! Left about 2.30 I think but its all a little blurry.... :hihi:

Now if I had know that. I also left about 2.30 ish. :)

Now if I had know that. I also left about 2.30 ish. :)

Shucks you could have walked me home! :hihi:

First time I've been in for ages too, enjoyed it, will be very interesting to see what 1st July does for the place though. Even as a smoker I didn't like being upstairs due to the fog. I'll probably visit more when it's smoke free! And good company always helps too!

Shucks you could have walked me home! :hihi:

First time I've been in for ages too, enjoyed it, will be very interesting to see what 1st July does for the place though. Even as a smoker I didn't like being upstairs due to the fog. I'll probably visit more when it's smoke free! And good company always helps too!

Yes, I know what you mean, it's so smoky sometimes upstairs anyone would think they were electing a pope. :hihi:

I hope you didn't see the embarrising episode when 2 guys stripped my t shirt off me, I had already taken my jumper off:help: Funny how it soon went quiet.:hihi:

Yes, I know what you mean, it's so smoky sometimes upstairs anyone would think they were electing a pope. :hihi:

I hope you didn't see the embarrising episode when 2 guys stripped my t shirt off me, I had already taken my jumper off:help: Funny how it soon went quiet.:hihi:

Er..... no, missed that delight! :hihi: I'll have to keep a better eye out in future I think!!

Er..... no, missed that delight! :hihi: I'll have to keep a better eye out in future I think!!

Cheeky :heyhey:

Were you in on Saturday. It was a great night, chatted with loads of people, got very drunk and it was very busy. Tony was stood watching me and my friends, all gay, like a hawk again, I turned around at one point and bumped into him, he was virtually on my shoulder, someone please explian why ? I have been going to Demseys for years and know most of the staff and have never been in trouble. Tony is really making me paranoid. Suppose I might go in one Sunday afternoon and try and have a quiet, discret word wth him over my yorkshire puddings.:hihi:

Yes was in Saturday with Meaks, Kristian and Adysheff, although I was slightly drunk, I was hovering around the pool table and downstairs and no idea what time I left. :)

Yes was in Saturday with Meaks, Kristian and Adysheff, although I was slightly drunk, I was hovering around the pool table and downstairs and no idea what time I left. :)

Sounds fabulous. I staggered into the pool room at one point, surprised I didn't bump into you and Addy. :hihi:

Sounds fabulous. I staggered into the pool room at one point, surprised I didn't bump into you and Addy. :hihi:

You may well have seen us, I was too drunk to notice anyone at all.

Anyway after the Sausage festival last night me and my friend popped into Dempseys and had a few games of pool, was very quiet but at least we could enjoy ourselves better.

I think I got home around 1am :gag:

I was surprised how many people was in as it was throwing it down with rain. :o


:suspect: hmm - and did u expect them to be outside getting wet?

If anyone see`s me in here tonight, just ignore me, I will be slightly drunk.

I am drinking in about 30 mins time and staying out all night. :gag::gag:

Hangover tomorrow. :D

Whooore! ;)

Last night the DJ played the very last track to be played in Gatecrasher last Saturday night before the fire (well thats what he said lol)... it's such a track but I can't for the life of me think what it is called was anyone there last night or at Gatecrasher last week who can tell me what it was????

I know it'll be on one of their albums but OMG I can't scan Limewire for it when I don't have a clue what it is!! XXX


TA GUYS X

Last night the DJ played the very last track to be played in Gatecrasher last Saturday night before the fire (well thats what he said lol)... it's such a track but I can't for the life of me think what it is called was anyone there last night or at Gatecrasher last week who can tell me what it was????

I know it'll be on one of their albums but OMG I can't scan Limewire for it when I don't have a clue what it is!! XXX


TA GUYS X

Disco Inferno.

Whooore! ;)

who me dear, no dear :o:o:o

Disco Inferno.

Wrong... old jokes like that don't get any better the more times you hear them you know!

Seriously... anyone willing to help, please let me know it's doing my head in not knowing that track now!

Wrong... old jokes like that don't get any better the more times you hear them you know!

Seriously... anyone willing to help, please let me know it's doing my head in not knowing that track now!

lol- how does it go?

Last night the DJ played the very last track to be played in Gatecrasher last Saturday night before the fire (well thats what he said lol)... it's such a track but I can't for the life of me think what it is called was anyone there last night or at Gatecrasher last week who can tell me what it was????

I know it'll be on one of their albums but OMG I can't scan Limewire for it when I don't have a clue what it is!! XXX


TA GUYS X


It's Solarstone's 'Seven Cities'.

Well decided to do something different on Sunday (last night) and went to Dempseys.

Strange night it was, saw someone who usually doesnt come in on a Sunday, and saw someone for the first time in months, and had a couple games of pool, which I dont really do.

The doorman was for some odd reason asking if I was having a good time, and he knew my name, :huh::huh:

Then bumped into richhen04, I was sat next to him and he didnt know who I was (I did tell him in the end), I wrote his Forum name of a piece of paper and left it there, the look on his face when he saw it, lol. Anyway a very nice man and I found someone camper than me :):)

Then had to endure the journey home in the rain.

All in all a good night, if a little wierd.

Well decided to do something different on Sunday (last night) and went to Dempseys.

Strange night it was, saw someone who usually doesnt come in on a Sunday, and saw someone for the first time in months, and had a couple games of pool, which I dont really do.

The doorman was for some odd reason asking if I was having a good time, and he knew my name, :huh::huh:

Then bumped into richhen04, I was sat next to him and he didnt know who I was (I did tell him in the end), I wrote his Forum name of a piece of paper and left it there, the look on his face when he saw it, lol. Anyway a very nice man and I found someone camper than me :):)

Then had to endure the journey home in the rain.

All in all a good night, if a little wierd.

Camp, how very dare you, lol. :hihi: Good to meet you and any time you fancy a drink, pm me. xx

Camp, how very dare you, lol.

You singing "Hey Big Spender" and shaking ya bootie and mingling with the audience gave it away dear, :P:P


Good to meet you and any time you fancy a drink, pm me. xx

I am probably down there on Friday and Saturday and Sunday hehe.

I am poshing it up tonight, down Eccleshall Road :banana:

You singing "Hey Big Spender" and shaking ya bootie and mingling with the audience gave it away dear, :P:P




I am probably down there on Friday and Saturday and Sunday hehe.

I am poshing it up tonight, down Eccleshall Road :banana:

Have a great time, I am in London this weekend.

Have a great time, I am in London this weekend.

I'll be in London for Pride this weekend too! (God and the weather/trains willing)

Anyone who wants to can join me in the Pride Parade! It starts at Baker Street about 1pm.

Just a copy of the info posted re. the security alert in London today:

Suspicious Device In Central London
The Metropolitan Police are working hard to reopen central London as soon as they can, following the suspicious device being found in Haymarket. We hope that this will not have an impact on tomorrow’s event.

It is not though that the device had anything to do with our event, or Canada Day which takes place today in Trafalgar Square. Extra security precautions, such as the removal of rubbish bins, are being put in place to make Pride London 07 as safe as possible.

The parade assembles in Baker Street from 11am and heads-off down Oxford Street at 1pm.


Hope that is OK to post, as a few Dempseys regulars (Including myself) will be at London Pride tomorrow.


Back to topic of Dempseys; I'll be happy to meet up with everyone this coming Wednesday night, the first time Dempseys will have Karaoke in a Smoke-Free Zone!!!

Hope that is OK to post, as a few Dempseys regulars (Including myself) will be at London Pride tomorrow.


I havent seen down in ages, what nights do you go on ?

I dont think you are a regular at all, will you be at Viva this year ?

Anyway no guesses where I am going Sunday night

You guys are barking up the wrong tree completely. Dempsey's is a rented building and the buildings are eventually going to be pulled down to make way for new developments (probably over-priced shoe box sized apartments like everywhere else in Sheffield ) I am the first to admit that Dempsey's is not cutting edge or even flash. But what those guys have done with what was a **** hole for down and outs is great. Think about it, Colin and Keiron ran Madisons (for those who can remember it) and a pub before that.They saw off the competition from Planet etc and are still around today.Their philosophy has alwasy been that they want you to be happy to spend your money in their places, not that they have you over a barrell as someone suggested further up the page. Dempsey's is what it is; a small friendly down to earth place that gives you a good night out. Why not have a contrast to Fuel?

dempseys has a megathread? :D :D

Dempsey's is what it is; a small friendly down to earth place that gives you a good night out.

Have to agree here, what more could you want, a pool table, friendly bar/door staff who have been there for ages it seems, and screens downstairs to sit and watch some videos.

I shall be down there tonight again, will be good to see if the "no smoking" has kept alot of people away, although you can smoke outside now, so its not that bad.

Shame their window in the downstairs door got smashed, :(

That pool table doesn't half need re-covering though!

A trip has been organised to travel from Sheffield to Manchester by coach. This will be LBGT people only.

The date is Saturday 28 July at 8.45pm and leave Manchester at 3.30am.

REMEMBER: There is no train or coaches available on a Sunday morning to get back so this is a unique opportunity.

The price is £16 per person.

Limited Places.

PM Me for more information.

I find it very sad that a post I put on has been removed, all because I was negative about Dempseys, or should we call it the truth. So from now on I shall say nice things about depseys and fuel. Because I love walking in Demseys everybody smiles there is no leering and it is a fantastic venue, I love the Sheffield gay scene we have never had it so good. London, Manchester and Leeds watch out, Sheffields right behind you!!

I find it very sad that a post I put on has been removed, all because I was negative about Dempseys, or should we call it the truth. So from now on I shall say nice things about depseys and fuel. Because I love walking in Demseys everybody smiles there is no leering and it is a fantastic venue, I love the Sheffield gay scene we have never had it so good. London, Manchester and Leeds watch out, Sheffields right behind you!!

I don't agree with censoring posts (having had many posts/comments removed myself), I don't think it was because you were negative but maybe you were rude or insulting.

I don't like Fuel and won't visit but I do like Dempseys, always friendly, especially on a Sunday. If you are having problems talk to Colin or Tony and they will help if they can. BIG thanks to Colin and Tony for their help on Sunday (they know what for).

xx

Because I love walking in Demseys everybody smiles there is no leering and it is a fantastic venue, I love the Sheffield gay scene we have never had it so good. London, Manchester and Leeds watch out, Sheffields right behind you!!

Now THATS sarcasm.

:)

I find it very sad that a post I put on has been removed, all because I was negative about Dempseys, or should we call it the truth. So from now on I shall say nice things about depseys and fuel. Because I love walking in Demseys everybody smiles there is no leering and it is a fantastic venue, I love the Sheffield gay scene we have never had it so good. London, Manchester and Leeds watch out, Sheffields right behind you!!

....... or maybe because you were extremely rude towards an individual at Dempseys and slagged him off............ I did see your post :nono: :nono:

Hi,
just to let everyone know that there is still tickets left for the trip to manc, this is a great opportunity.

The date is Saturday 28 July at 8.45pm and leave Manchester at 3.30am.

REMEMBER: There is no train or coaches available on a Sunday morning to get back so this is a unique opportunity.

The price is £16 per person.

Limited Places.

PM Me for more information

....... or maybe because you were extremely rude towards an individual at Dempseys and slagged him off............ I did see your post :nono: :nono:

What I said is the truth I described what he is and what he does.Im on the younger side of the gay scene. Do you think it is appropriate that some1 stands over you watching you and making you feel uncomfortable, just because you were younger. I see that other people have had problems with this individual. Times it 1000% that’s how I feel!

You should enjoy it while you're young then! I'm not old and know what you mean but you will be that age eventually staring at young meat!

What I said is the truth I described what he is and what he does.Im on the younger side of the gay scene. Do you think it is appropriate that some1 stands over you watching you and making you feel uncomfortable, just because you were younger. I see that other people have had problems with this individual. Times it 1000% that’s how I feel!

I thought the proper way to deal with this is to speak to the owners of Dempseys or the bouncers rather than rant on here, and if you say a few have had problems with him, then why have none of you done nothing :huh::huh:

I wont be replying to your PM as you obviously have "issues" with the older gay men. If it was a sensible PM I would have replied.

Dempseys have a new website now:

http://www.dempseys-sheffield.com/

What I said is the truth I described what he is and what he does.Im on the younger side of the gay scene. Do you think it is appropriate that some1 stands over you watching you and making you feel uncomfortable, just because you were younger. I see that other people have had problems with this individual. Times it 1000% that’s how I feel!

Funny I noticed the same individual doing the same thing to me the other night but personally it doesnt bother me and I dont feel intimidated - but then I am on the other end of the age spectrum from malecat - I think its just something unusual - maybe he feeds off peoples auras <sound of X-Files looming in the background>

Also regarding Dempseys itself I personally think its a great and friendly venue on the rare times that I visit and would be a shame if it eventually has to shut down cos building is rented. I dont think in terms of friendliness and warmth that fuel or lions lair can hold a candle to it - but then I suppose they have their own attractions and crowd - each to their own ...

Dempseys have a new website now:

http://www.dempseys-sheffield.com/

That is truly horrendous... :gag:

That is truly horrendous... :gag:

Well dont look at Xes`s website, its by the same people.

Too many boxes for my eyes, and the colour is wrong, and the font is wrong as well. Anyway at least there is one.

SpiderPete it was nice to finally meet you in the flesh.

Well, I generally go out once per month and get so drunk I make up for the days of the month I did not go out. Saturday night was no exception. Damn I was in a state. I ended up in Xes (or however one spells it!)

SpiderPete it was nice to finally meet you in the flesh.


Good to meet you as well. :)

August bank Holiday (Monday) they have the usual cabaret on, the Drag Queen`s name is Adrian James

Also saw on the 16 Screens they have downstairs something about a new Tuesday night something to do with Deal or no Deal, and called "Mint or Skint", sounds different anyway.

I was in there last night after work and was surprised how busy it was early on. :o

That is truly horrendous... :gag:

I like the images of gorgeous young things on the various pages, then you look at the photos of the reality.

"Gorgeous boys, sexy girls and mischevious staff all ready for their photographs now, Mr De Mille!"

You are havin a giraffe.

Have to agree here, what more could you want, a pool table, friendly bar/door staff who have been there for ages it seems, and screens downstairs to sit and watch some videos.

I shall be down there tonight again, will be good to see if the "no smoking" has kept alot of people away, although you can smoke outside now, so its not that bad.

Shame their window in the downstairs door got smashed, :(


That window apparently got smashed by a 'customer' who happens to be a bouncer from some other establishment, so I heard.


i'll be missing that Manchester coach trip on the 28th July, as it looks like I have a booking at an important party the same night.

good to hear that Adrian James is back on the August Bank Holiday, and I'll try and get back in time for that, from Manchester where I am singing at several venues for the Pride Weekend!
Do come over and see me there!

http://www.spotoneventsdirect.co.uk/tia_anna.htm

To the young lad and his fag hags who were outside Dempseys at the end of the night on Saturday.

You were so rude to my friend who hadn't even spoken to you or done anything to you (calling someone a fat ugly ******* is school yard bullying). I hope in the sober light of day you are ashamed of yourself. You spoilt what had been a great night.

You "said" you would remember my face (some kind of threat) more important I will remember yours and do all I can to get you banned from Dempseys. To your friend who intervened and pulled me off you and said he was "ashamed" of you, can I say Thank You, and I stand by my words that you are better than him or the nasty fag hags he was with.

To the young lad and his fag hags

I thought straight people wern't allowed anymore ?

I thought straight people wern't allowed anymore ?

If they are members and behave they are allowed in. This guy was gay and he was awful, the fag hags were just backing him up, even though they knew he was out of order.

Another case of little queens with big attitudes by the sound of it. More trouble than they are worth imo.

I thought straight people wern't allowed anymore ?

how would you know, you dont even go :P:P:P

I agree with bensonhedges :)

Another case of little queens with big attitudes by the sound of it. More trouble than they are worth imo.

Oh I wonder who he/she can be ....hmmmmm

To the young lad and his fag hags who were outside Dempseys at the end of the night on Saturday.

You were so rude to my friend who hadn't even spoken to you or done anything to you (calling someone a fat ugly ******* is school yard bullying). I hope in the sober light of day you are ashamed of yourself. You spoilt what had been a great night.

You "said" you would remember my face (some kind of threat) more important I will remember yours and do all I can to get you banned from Dempseys. To your friend who intervened and pulled me off you and said he was "ashamed" of you, can I say Thank You, and I stand by my words that you are better than him or the nasty fag hags he was with.

i doubt the vile little runt will feel any shame for his actions.

i am sorry to read about this happening to u, and hope you are ok.

i doubt the vile little runt will feel any shame for his actions.

i am sorry to read about this happening to u, and hope you are ok.

Thanks babe. My friend has got over it, he made me laugh as in his words "I might be fat and sometimes a ******* but ugly !!! please. lol:hihi:

how would you know, you dont even go :P:P:P


I read your daily update on your life as Dempseys resident lush.

Thanks babe. My friend has got over it, he made me laugh as in his words "I might be fat and sometimes a ******* but ugly !!! please. lol:hihi:

ha :help:- im sorry i misread your original post- i thought u were the victim!:confused:

im glad your friend has gotten over it.. i bet it was most upsetting at the time..

xxx

ha :help:- im sorry i misread your original post- i thought u were the victim!:confused:

im glad your friend has gotten over it.. i bet it was most upsetting at the time..

xxx

Thank you. :wave:

I saw richhen04 walk past Dempseys tonight :)

I had Frosties for breakfast.

Well who did I see tonight in Demps.

Liam_S1 - although we didnt chat much, I got the brush off and bugger off message from you (prolly cause I am fat and ugly)

anyway ...


also saw Stackmonkey, not seen him in there for ages.

Best see what is on TV now x

the climax of channel4s gay season is on...."tragic : the queen that never grew up"

That's just nasty. :|

Enough is enough. Thread Closed.

Well I truly outdid myself this time with the drunkeness. Friday, Saturday and Sunday. I am suffering in work this morning! LOL!

I saw richhen04 walk past Dempseys tonight :)


I was probably mincing up to my sisters in Nether Edge, if I knew you were there I would have popped in for a sherry.

Can anyone tell me what is going to happen to Dempsey's with regards to the Moor redevelopment? Will it be relocated if the bottom of the Moor is pulled down etc? Sorry, I haven't been to Dempsey's for ages so I haven't heard anything.

See here: http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=311939

The image shows the whole dempseys block is to be replaced by a tall building. I'm not sure how firm the plans are but the whole of the Moor is getting a refurb so i assume it will go eventually as will Fuel.

Many thanks 367squadron! About time the Moor got a tidy up an made to look a bit more cosmopolitan Anyone any ideas where Dempseys will relocate to if it going to?

Prolly somehwere cheap and out of the way if it does reopen. But this surely must be a few years yet- Who knows. I know there are plans for the moor that include more of a mix rather than just shops so bars and clubs will open around there making it more 24hr rather than it being while the shops are open.

I've heard that Dempsey's will be able to stay on the current site 'until 2012', when the current building is finally phased for redevelopment, possibly as part of one big site including the Moorfoot 'Pyramid'.

SO back on topic then - has Dempseys improved in the last few months since the introduction of the new screens, the great Karaoke nights and the regular meal theme nights ? (The recent thai curry night was mmmmmmmm) and is it right that a bar like Dempseys should have a cage to dance in?

SO back on topic then - has Dempseys improved in the last few months since the introduction of the new screens, the great Karaoke nights and the regular meal theme nights ? (The recent thai curry night was mmmmmmmm) and is it right that a bar like Dempseys should have a cage to dance in?

Personally i think it not very different to before? It does look more modern and cleaner but the music and crowd hasn't changed. That is not meant in a negative way I think the place is ok when we have been. Though my opinion on the music is not so positive the mixing is non existent and can jump from r&b to cheesy sing-a-long in a matter of seconds that is an area I think needs some attention. It is one thing to cater for all but not in the same 30 minute set.

Why should it not have a cage? It really is just a small stage with bars and now it even has stair access for those that can't jump up and squeeze between the bars ( I think if you can't jump and squeeze through you probably shouldn't be in there anyway!)

At least the staff are friendlier than certian other venues and remember you with a welcoming attitude and the door prices aren't silly. £6 for fuel ! I used to spend 3 weeks in Miami every yr and we paid $15 for Crobar (£7) http://www.crobar.com/ http://www.crobar.com/design/ and that is a club worth £7!

Personally i think it not very different to before? It does look more modern and cleaner but the music and crowd hasn't changed. That is not meant in a negative way I think the place is ok when we have been. Though my opinion on the music is not so positive the mixing is non existent and can jump from r&b to cheesy sing-a-long in a matter of seconds that is an area I think needs some attention. It is one thing to cater for all but not in the same 30 minute set.

Why should it not have a cage? It really is just a small stage with bars and now it even has stair access for those that can't jump up and squeeze between the bars ( I think if you can't jump and squeeze through you probably shouldn't be in there anyway!)

At least the staff are friendlier than certian other venues and remember you with a welcoming attitude and the door prices aren't silly. £6 for fuel ! I used to spend 3 weeks in Miami every yr and we paid $15 for Crobar (£7) http://www.crobar.com/ http://www.crobar.com/design/ and that is a club worth £7!

I can't squeeze between the bars but I have a dance in the cage whenever I am in Dempseys for a boogie. :hihi:

same here richen

same here richen

Fab, lets grease those bars, sqeeze in and dance the night away. Fat people can dance !!! :clap:

I know that this is really irrelevant but do the toilets flood in fuel or have the new owners/management finally sorted this building's toilets..... just curious!

Been in Dempsey's once and let me tell you never again!

Fab, lets grease those bars, sqeeze in and dance the night away. Fat people can dance !!! :clap:

Well said richen :banana:

Was in there for one, after lions lair and vodka revolution, then tried fuel at plug and then onto xes. What time did u get home pete.

Was in there for one, after lions lair and vodka revolution, then tried fuel at plug and then onto xes. What time did u get home pete.

:wave: I was a early bird last night, stayed in Dempseys until about, I think, just after midnight. :)

Got alot to do today, so didnt want a hangover, and havent got one either.

Roll on Sunday, :banana:

I got in at 4, was up for 10 and no hang over

I got in at 4, was up for 10 and no hang over

Good girl, you looking forward to Sunday ?

I would start a thread about it, but since the last one got deleted, I cannot see the point of doing another one.

What's happening Sunday?

What's happening Sunday?

South Yorkshire Gay Pride in Doncaster.

Oh yes I forgot.

I hear you are carnival queen dear.

Oh yes I forgot.
I hear you are carnival queen dear.

How very dare you :o:o, I am no queen.

You coming along ?

I got Facebook done now :)

Doncaster? Oh what a terrible selection of location!

Malecat - your inbox is full.

Another rumour about Fuel is that they have no intention of moving venues its just a publicity stunt and they are moving back within the month.Its just to drum up interest in the place again if this is true I think it is a very dirty trick and would just prove what I have felt for a long time just remember you heard it here 1st.

Oh yes I forgot.

I hear you are carnival queen dear.


..and I though I was!

I'll be at Donny this Sunday and at dempseys karaoke as a rare treat on the same night (19th Aug)!:love:

Mod. Note

We've just banned two people for bickering and related nonsense on another thread.

I really don't want to start again - just keep the bitching and bickering off the Forum, please.

Thanks.

Personally I can't see any bickering or bitching here, just a bit of gay banter. Why not ban all gay threads and have done?

Personally I can't see any bickering or bitching here, just a bit of gay banter. Why not ban all gay threads and have done?

That's because the posts have been removed.

Stop trying to cause trouble, please.

Personally I can't see any bickering or bitching here, just a bit of gay banter. Why not ban all gay threads and have done?

The bitching/bickering posts were removed.

Another rumour about Fuel is that they have no intention of moving venues its just a publicity stunt and they are moving back within the month.Its just to drum up interest in the place again if this is true I think it is a very dirty trick and would just prove what I have felt for a long time just remember you heard it here 1st.

Are you sure they are re-opening the Eyre Street Site?

Are you sure they are re-opening the Eyre Street Site?

There not as it's being knocked down soon and one of the staff told me they cant afford the rent on it...wonder what Dempseys will do when they knock it down.....?

Taking into account the regeneration in Sheffield City Centre and the planned demolition of Lions Lair, Fuel and Dempseys over the next few years then maybe it's time for some gay business men/women to come together with the City Council and Chamber of Commerce to plan out a "gay village", a few bars and a club, cafes etc, I am not talking on the scale they have in cities like Manchester or Newcastle just something small but accessible, bit like Belfast, which I was very impressed with.

Taking into account the regeneration in Sheffield City Centre and the planned demolition of Lions Lair, Fuel and Dempseys over the next few years then maybe it's time for some gay business men/women to come together with the City Council and Chamber of Commerce to plan out a "gay village", a few bars and a club, cafes etc, I am not talking on the scale they have in cities like Manchester or Newcastle just something small but accessible, bit like Belfast, which I was very impressed with.You have more chance of Elvis walking in and asking for a bag of chips

Elvis was gay!!?!

You have more chance of Elvis walking in and asking for a bag of chips

There's a guy works down my chip shop, swears he's Elvis.....

Hi what a interesting post .....

your all wrong my woman was head doorwoman at dempseys for 5 years and dempseys is not coming down at all go in to town all and look at the plans for the moor dempseys will be around for a long time to come while ever theres gays in the village

Well thankgod Dempseys is staying open dont really care about Fuel going they can get the train back to hull. Would miss the lions lair but still the new gossip is that planet down Attercliffe re-opening

We don't want to go to bloody Attercliffe, we want to dance in the town centre.

In some ways it would be good if Planet opened back up.

If it did I would be interested in the old Bar-Celona.

your all wrong my woman was head doorwoman at dempseys for 5 years and dempseys is not coming down at all go in to town all and look at the plans for the moor dempseys will be around for a long time to come while ever theres gays in the village


Are you sure, I went to Howden House and got the plans from the Planning and City Development Team and it clearly shows a new complex where Dempseys and Sharpes Fruit Shop is

I love Dempseys and don't want it to go.

its going its in the plans to be knocked down Colin told me.......

...................?

planet is opening back as f.a.b. long haired adam who used to have dog and partridge is behind it

Well guess who won Bingo down there last night.

Yes me, lol.

Never played Bingo before when drunk, its fun. :)

Bingo ?

I don't know what I'm missing do I ?

love Dempsey's website it's great love reading Mehmet's blog page so funny and the agony aunt bit. OMG how funny is she!!!!

Don`t forget Bank Holiday Monday is Cabaret night in Dempseys.

http://www.dempseys-sheffield.com/page12.htm

No doubt as usual it will be packed, usually is on Cabaret night.

I shall be there as usual :banana:

Anyway I am off to York until Saturday afternoon :)

Well guess who won Bingo down there last night.

Yes me, lol.

What did you win..? :D

love reading Mehmet's blog page so funny and the agony aunt bit. OMG how funny is she!

Hilarious.

don't you like it MEAKS!.....?

love Dempsey's website it's great love reading Mehmet's blog page so funny and the agony aunt bit. OMG how funny is she!!!!


I love the new website and I have e-mailed Mehmet to say how funny his comments are, BUT I want my photo on the gallery, spits dummy out, lol

bit random, but what's the lass called who was behind the bar upstairs on sat night---with short hair?

don't want to interupt the thread so PM if you like...if you know....

I love the new website and I have e-mailed Mehmet to say how funny his comments are, BUT I want my photo on the gallery, spits dummy out, lol

My photo IS on the gallery (somewhere) but is so bad, I think I'd rather it taken off. :rolleyes:

Taking into account the regeneration in Sheffield City Centre and the planned demolition of Lions Lair, Fuel and Dempseys over the next few years then maybe it's time for some gay business men/women to come together with the City Council and Chamber of Commerce to plan out a "gay village", a few bars and a club, cafes etc, I am not talking on the scale they have in cities like Manchester or Newcastle just something small but accessible, bit like Belfast, which I was very impressed with.

I've just been talking about this on the 'Sheffield's Gay Zone' Thread. I'd be up for this idea. Anyone else?

bit random, but what's the lass called who was behind the bar upstairs on sat night---with short hair?


i think you are referring to "harry"...

what does every one else think of mehmet and anita asku

love Dempsey's website it's great love reading Mehmet's blog page so funny and the agony aunt bit. OMG how funny is she!!!!

I saw this and had to check it out.I take it that the site is for people that have never been.Still it made me laugh for all the wrong reasons.

never been to dempsey wots it like 2nite, do many str8 peeps go there

never been to dempsey wots it like 2nite, do many str8 peeps go there

erm nooooooo

bit random, but what's the lass called who was behind the bar upstairs on sat night---with short hair?

don't want to interupt the thread so PM if you like...if you know....


SOUNDS LIKE 'HARRY' TO ME.

scot yes str8 lads n lasses do go there been a doorman myself i like to go there for a drink after work no hassle dont have to look over your shoulder stress free go down one night show your badge get in for free

scot yes str8 lads n lasses do go there been a doorman myself i like to go there for a drink after work no hassle dont have to look over your shoulder stress free go down one night show your badge get in for free

but it is a FULL TIME gay bay NOT gay FRIENDLY so you WILL or MAY get GAY MEN LOOKING at you and SOME GAY MEN may TRY it on with you (that's if your lucky)

may even touch you bum ....

but it may be STAIGHT AGAIN as i hear that the old door woman is back and she was the one who let all the straights in

BUT IT'S A GAY BAR??? is it not

Are Minging

scot yes str8 lads n lasses do go there been a doorman myself i like to go there for a drink after work no hassle dont have to look over your shoulder stress free go down one night show your badge get in for free

Course thursday nights - male stripper nights - give the straight lasses something to look at if any do get in but I do LIKE the fact that its a strict members only club and well policed and mainly gay - makes us feel safer ...

I went in there for the first time in a couple of months and was disappointed at the atmosphere, less friendly than it used to be.
Now I may be one of the quieter souls in there, not the life and soul of the party, but as someone who has been going regularly for over 3 years, you would at least expect someone to ask how you are, how you've been etc.
This is especially so when a certain member of bar staff, that I would previously have counted as friend, knew I had been in hospital during the intervening period, and why.
Any friendly words said, I now know to be just that, words, as I KNOW they do not actually care about their customers.
and before people point out how busy they were, they weren't busy last night.

and before people point out how busy they were, they weren't busy last night.

I was in there last night at it was packed, but then I didnt get there until midnight and there was a queue behind me.

Why are the gay people of Sheffield so different to other cities. Seriously, 'we feel safer'!? I kiss my boyfriend in all the 'straight' places, you think anyone cares? no! You may get the odd look but seriously NO. I don't understand why the gay people of Sheffield feel they need to lock themselves away, how is gay pride going to work here next year?? You go to canal street in Manchester there are loads of straight people, do you feel threatened? NO, haha. Come on people :loopy:. I don't understand these membership places, silly! You don't get membership places in Soho, only for the exclusive bars, COME ON SHEFFIELD CATCH UP!

I was back in Sheffield for the first time in about 6 months. I had to see what Dempseys was like - I love it! Only change that was a bit dodgy was a shooter in the cocktail menu called 'Tellytubby Cum'! :S

I miss Sheffield :(

I was in there last night at it was packed, but then I didnt get there until midnight and there was a queue behind me.

I left at about 11.15, and the busy-ness wasn't the point..

Yes I think Dempseys is great - how many people have tried dancing in the famous Dempseys cage ? Its a right hoot !!!!

Yes I think Dempseys is great - how many people have tried dancing in the famous Dempseys cage ? Its a right hoot !!!!I have :hihi:

Yes I think Dempseys is great - how many people have tried dancing in the famous Dempseys cage ? Its a right hoot !!!!

too often.

:love:

Yes I think Dempseys is great - how many people have tried dancing in the famous Dempseys cage ? Its a right hoot !!!!

I have, and yes I can get between the bars, just.

Must say Carborundum not seen you in Dempseys for quite some time, have you deserted the place. :(

I haven't been for a few months - MUST go before Christmas, it's been too long!

P.s. Don't forget there is a CHARITY cabaret at Dempseys next Monday!

Dont forget the charity drag event tomorrow night (Monday) in Dempseys - its either for homeless kiteens or persecuted gay Iraqis I cant remember which and a lot of the bar staff will be in DRAG ! AND TYRANNA performing her new number I cant wait !!

Dont forget the charity drag event tomorrow night (Monday) in Dempseys - its either for homeless kiteens or persecuted gay Iraqis I cant remember which and a lot of the bar staff will be in DRAG

Its not for kittens.

Its not for kittens.

Thanks, Pete; it's to help fund a safe-house for persecuted LGBT people in Iraq!

Remember, it is on TONIGHT, MONDAY.

There are also other events for the same worthy cause throughout this week!:love:

Well, I popped down for the cabaret night on Monday.

Tyranna was on first, doing a Amy Whinehouse inpresonation (I think thats who Tyranna was doing), she couldn`t keep the wig on, had to hold it with one hand, miming wasnt upto much either, probably didnt have time to learn the song.

The rest of the Dempseys bar staff did a good job, all in all a nice night out.

I believe tonight is killer pool tournament or something.

Why are the gay people of Sheffield so different to other cities. Seriously, 'we feel safer'!? I kiss my boyfriend in all the 'straight' places, you think anyone cares? no! You may get the odd look but seriously NO. I don't understand why the gay people of Sheffield feel they need to lock themselves away, how is gay pride going to work here next year?? You go to canal street in Manchester there are loads of straight people, do you feel threatened? NO, haha. Come on people :loopy:. I don't understand these membership places, silly! You don't get membership places in Soho, only for the exclusive bars, COME ON SHEFFIELD CATCH UP!


I don't think it safer. My mate got gay bashed on the Moor and put into hospital when he was on his way to Dempsey's. He even gets strangers calling him names on the street on a fairly regular basis. This wouldn't happen in London, you're more likely to be beaten up for homophobia than for being gay in London.

Well, I popped down for the cabaret night on Monday.

Tyranna was on first, doing a Amy Whinehouse inpresonation (I think thats who Tyranna was doing), she couldn`t keep the wig on, had to hold it with one hand, miming wasnt upto much either, probably didnt have time to learn the song.



I believe tonight is killer pool tournament or something.


Thanks, Pete, for getting it more-or-less right about who I was impersonating. I got almost universal applause for such a shockingly original take on poor Amy; sorry about the wig; I couldn't get hold of any elastic upstairs to strap it on, so I had to hold it, but most people there thought the way I let the wig topple deliberately halfway through the performance added something to the show.
BTW, I had been practicing miming the song A LOT. It was just at the beginning that I decided to be drinking some beer to add realism to Amy's drunkenness, but I missed the first lines!

Now, Pete, STOP baiting me, the mods, and other users of the Forum. as I WILL PERSONALLY REPORT YOU to the administrators.

You are, however, OK, as allowed under the Forum rules, to mildly and without prejudice offer your criticisms, but if you overstep the line again too far, or repeatedly, such as when you have criticised a certain DJ who is a personal friend of mine, as well as a certain commercial establishment which I will not name here, myself and my colleagues will NOT HESITATE to take the STRONGEST ACTION, which WILL, if necessary include the involvement of the authorities.

Now, that I have at long last got this out from under my belt, I hope you will remember that this is the season of Goodwill, and that we can remain friends from this moment on, and I will not have to say anything like this again on the Forum.
:D


YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

P.s. Forgot to ask users to get BACK TO TOPIC, which is namely DEMPSEYS CLUB, which is having more charity events on for the remainder of the week, and do NOT use this thread to criticise/moan about/praise the careers of individual performers.

Merry Xmas and Happy New Year To All:love:

MOD: Stop it. Christmas is coming up, season of goodwill, etc. so be nice to each other. Thanks.

Now, Pete, STOP baiting me, the mods, and other users of the Forum. as I WILL PERSONALLY REPORT YOU to the administrators.

You are, however, OK, as allowed under the Forum rules, to mildly and without prejudice offer your criticisms, but if you overstep the line again too far, or repeatedly, such as when you have criticised a certain DJ who is a personal friend of mine, as well as a certain commercial establishment which I will not name here, myself and my colleagues will NOT HESITATE to take the STRONGEST ACTION, which WILL, if necessary include the involvement of the authorities.

Now, that I have at long last got this out from under my belt, I hope you will remember that this is the season of Goodwill, and that we can remain friends from this moment on, and I will not have to say anything like this again on the Forum.
:D


YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Who on earth do you think you are? Who are these 'authorities' of which you speak? The thought police?

I appreciate that you have a poor grasp of reality, but if you wish to retain any amount of credibility please give it a rest. You are becoming tiresome.

Oh, FFS. Please, people....can't we have a seperate gay b*tching thread...this is boring. I know don't contribute much to the gay scene threads, despite having a great interest, but that's purely because it just ends up being a pantomine of a discussion; what kind of impression are you really trying to create? Boring, boring, boring

Oh, FFS. Please, people....can't we have a seperate gay b*tching thread...this is boring. I know don't contribute much to the gay scene threads, despite having a great interest, but that's purely because it just ends up being a pantomine of a discussion; what kind of impression are you really trying to create? Boring, boring, boring



Oooo! Yes please. Lets set up a gay bitching thread. In fact I have a fantastic idea, why don't we set up a whole gay bitching bar too! We can call it Dempsey's. Maybe we can even start a thread about it here!!

*Clicks heels three times and wishes she was in Dempsy's"

Thanks, Pete, for getting it more-or-less right about who I was impersonating. I got almost universal applause for such a shockingly original take on poor Amy; sorry about the wig; I couldn't get hold of any elastic upstairs to strap it on, so I had to hold it, but most people there thought the way I let the wig topple deliberately halfway through the performance added something to the show.
BTW, I had been practicing miming the song A LOT. It was just at the beginning that I decided to be drinking some beer to add realism to Amy's drunkenness, but I missed the first lines!

Now, Pete, STOP baiting me, the mods, and other users of the Forum. as I WILL PERSONALLY REPORT YOU to the administrators.

You are, however, OK, as allowed under the Forum rules, to mildly and without prejudice offer your criticisms, but if you overstep the line again too far, or repeatedly, such as when you have criticised a certain DJ who is a personal friend of mine, as well as a certain commercial establishment which I will not name here, myself and my colleagues will NOT HESITATE to take the STRONGEST ACTION, which WILL, if necessary include the involvement of the authorities.

Now, that I have at long last got this out from under my belt, I hope you will remember that this is the season of Goodwill, and that we can remain friends from this moment on, and I will not have to say anything like this again on the Forum.
:D


YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ha ha ha, post of the year:hihi::hihi::hihi:

Oooo! Yes please. Lets set up a gay bitching thread. In fact I have a fantastic idea, why don't we set up a whole gay bitching bar too! We can call it Dempsey's. Maybe we can even start a thread about it here!!

*Clicks heels three times and wishes she was in Dempsy's"
Well, I think you've set the scene nicely - go ahead, and set up the the thread - I'll give it two hours!! Seriously, though...if this went on on the straight scene there'd be no room for owt else...

Tyranna dear I am devastated to have missed your performance - especially now as I know it was Amy Winehouse that you were doing (I am a big fan of hers and I try to emulate her most times) .. but alas I was busy making preps for my Xmas trip - yes I am making a PA in Ireland over the Xmas and New Year period (not in drag I hasten to add) so I wont be back troubling these threads till January - when I intend to start a whole new Carby goes to ....xxx series with my frank and honest opinions about various places in Sheffield and surrounds writen in a grippingly travel writerly way .... in the meantime I wish everyone on the forum (including the bitches) a very merry Xmas and New Year ....

in the meantime I wish everyone on the forum (including the bitches) a very merry Xmas and New Year ....
Here here...putting grievances aside for this time of year, whether christian or not, is an important step...perhaps something that could roll on to the new year???? Come on good people of Sheffield, it's worth a try.

Thanks, Pete, for getting it more-or-less right about who I was impersonating. I got almost universal applause for such a shockingly original take on poor Amy; sorry about the wig; I couldn't get hold of any elastic upstairs to strap it on, so I had to hold it, but most people there thought the way I let the wig topple deliberately halfway through the performance added something to the show.
BTW, I had been practicing miming the song A LOT. It was just at the beginning that I decided to be drinking some beer to add realism to Amy's drunkenness, but I missed the first lines!

Now, Pete, STOP baiting me, the mods, and other users of the Forum. as I WILL PERSONALLY REPORT YOU to the administrators.

You are, however, OK, as allowed under the Forum rules, to mildly and without prejudice offer your criticisms, but if you overstep the line again too far, or repeatedly, such as when you have criticised a certain DJ who is a personal friend of mine, as well as a certain commercial establishment which I will not name here, myself and my colleagues will NOT HESITATE to take the STRONGEST ACTION, which WILL, if necessary incl