Basement

Basement is a well-established gay sauna for men in Ancoats, Manchester, with over 20 years of experience. Set in the basement of a former Victorian mill, the venue offers a relaxed space for gay and bisexual men to socialise, unwind and meet others.

Facilities include a dry sauna, steam room, two spa pools, locker room, lounge areas, a licensed bar and a large dark area with private cabins. The bar is open from midday until 2am, and both cash and card payments are accepted.

Basement operates a compulsory annual membership system, costing £5. Visitors must be aged 18 or over, and new members must bring physical identification: a passport, driving licence or national ID card. Photocopies and photos of ID are not accepted. Lockers are provided for personal belongings, which must fit within the allocated locker.

Admission prices vary by day and arrival time. Entry is £13 Monday to Thursday before 1pm and £18 after 1pm. From Friday to Sunday, admission is £17 before 1pm and £21 after 1pm. Weekend rates also apply on bank holidays and New Year’s Eve. An additional towel costs £1, and members can receive free entry on their birthday with membership and valid ID.