Townhouse
Swingers club, BirkenheadOpen
Townhouse is open. Rated 4.7★ from 203 Google reviews; the newest review is from August 2026.
- 4.7★Average rating
- 203reviews
- August 2026Newest review
Updated 13 November 2026
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Details
- Mon10:30–15:30
- Tue00:00–24:00
- Wedclosed
- Thu20:00–02:00
- Fri20:00–02:00
- Sat20:00–02:00
- Sun14:00–19:00
- Status
- Open
- Address
- 9 Union St, Tranmere, Birkenhead CH42 3TL
- Phone
- +447788634850
- Website
- townhouseswingers.com
- Newest review
- August 2026
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Before you go
- Arriving
On arrival your ticket is scanned and you'll be checked in at reception; non-members must bring valid photo ID and proof of address such as a driving licence, passport or utility bill. Entry may be refused if you don't meet dress code or arrive after the last entry.
- Privacy
Mobile phones are not allowed in the club to ensure no photographs are taken, protecting everyone's privacy and allowing people to relax without worrying about being recorded.
- First visit
The website says that once you're checked in, one of the Townhouse Buddies will show you around the building, walk you through the rules, and answer questions. There's no pressure and no expectation to play; many guests come simply to socialise and meet people.
- Dress code
The club asks all guests to make an effort with their appearance; think date night with proper shoes or heels, smart jeans or trousers, dresses, tops or a shirt. Sportswear, gym trainers, ripped jeans, Ugg boots, hats and workwear are not permitted on arrival (though fancy dress is allowed on themed nights).
- Prices
The website says membership costs just £10 a year. Reviewers describe drinks as very reasonably priced—cheaper than some regular pubs—and you need a £10 cash locker deposit on the night which is credited to your bar tab.
- At the door
The website notes the club is in a historic building with steps on all floors, some narrow doorways and pathways, and no wheelchair accessible toilet; staff are on hand to support guests with accessibility needs including a portable wheelchair ramp.
- Facilities
The ground floor has a fully licensed bar and lounge; upstairs are multiple private rooms and group play spaces. The club's own website mentions 12 unique spaces available for use and says staff can adjust lighting or music on request.
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About Townhouse
Dance floor with neon lighting and artwork 
Vibrant neon-lit dance floor with seating Google 
Modern bar with purple lighting and seating Google 
Outdoor garden area with seating and plants Google Photos from the venue's own website, townhouseswingers.com. Photos marked Google come from Google Maps contributors. Your photo? Ask us to remove it.
Townhouse is the North West's most respected swinger and lifestyle club, located just minutes from Liverpool in a historic building with a fully licensed bar on the ground floor and multiple play areas upstairs. A night here typically starts with check-in and a buddy-led tour of the rooms and rules, followed by socialising in the bar or exploring at your own pace—there's no pressure to play, and many guests come simply to meet like-minded people in a safe atmosphere. The club suits everyone from curious first-timers to experienced visitors, with themed events for couples, single women, single men on selected nights, and the LGBTQ+ community; the website says membership costs just £10 a year, and the overwhelmingly positive reviews (4.7 stars from 203 reviews) praise its cleanliness, strict safety rules, friendly staff, and welcoming vibe, though a small number report feeling out of place or experiencing inconsistent service.
Most reviewers highlight how safe and respected the Townhouse feels, with staff enforcing rules fairly and a genuine community atmosphere that welcomes people of all backgrounds and ages. The venue hosts a huge variety of events—from Newbies and Notsos for first-timers to themed nights like MANE (hair play) and DRASTISCH (BDSM rave)—so there's something for every interest and comfort level. The bar prices are described as very reasonable compared to regular pubs, and the locker system (£10 cash deposit credited to your tab) keeps belongings secure.
The main criticisms from the small number of negative reviews centre on occasional lapses in staff friendliness at check-in, overly strict rule enforcement that some found intimidating, and in one case a guest feeling judged or unwelcome by other visitors. However, these are outliers; the vast majority of guests report feeling valued and having an excellent time, particularly single women and couples new to the scene.
- Who goes
- Couples, single women welcome at most events, single men on selected nights, and LGBTQ+ guests; members range from curious first-timers to regulars, aged roughly 18 to 50+, from the local area and further afield.
- How opinion has moved
- Opinion has remained consistently very positive from 2018 onwards, with recent reviews (2025–2026) showing the same high satisfaction, though a few 1-star reviews in 2025–2026 suggest occasional customer service lapses despite the overall strong reputation.
- Prices mentioned
- reasonably priced drinks
What guests love
- The venue is spotlessly clean and hygienic, with immaculate facilities that guests consistently praise.
- Rules are strictly enforced to keep guests safe, and single women particularly appreciate the protection this provides.
- Staff are described as professional, friendly, and genuinely helpful in making guests feel welcome and safe from arrival through to the end of the night.
- Drinks are very reasonably priced compared to regular pubs, and the locker deposit system is convenient and generous.
- The club hosts a huge variety of themed events for all interests and comfort levels, including dedicated nights for first-timers, LGBTQ+ guests, and specific kink interests.
- The community atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with guests from diverse backgrounds and the venue actively promoting equality and respect for all.
What guests complain about
- Reception and check-in staff can sometimes be curt or unwelcoming, which sets a poor first impression despite the rest of the experience being positive.
- Some guests felt the rules and enforcement were overly strict or presented like a „boot camp,“ making the atmosphere feel rigid rather than relaxed.
- Staff hovering in play areas made some guests feel uncomfortable and watched rather than safe.
- Music is played loudly throughout the venue, making it difficult to have conversations and socialise in some areas.
- One guest reported feeling judged or excluded by other visitors and staff without clear cause, leading to an uncomfortable experience.
- The younger average age of guests at some events made one visitor feel out of place, and some attendees can form tight cliques that are unwelcoming to newcomers.
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Club facts, checked against sources
0 of 11 facts confirmed by two or more independent sources. Each fact shows who says it. Confirmed = two or more independent sources agree. Prices are per night at the door and change, so check the date.
- Membership
- Paid membership Club says Club website · November 2026
- Single men
- Some nights only Club says Club website · November 2026
- Open on
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Other sources say Google Maps · November 2026
- Dress code
- Smart Club says Club website · November 2026
- Facilities
- Play rooms, Group room, Bar Club says Club website · November 2026
- Drinks
- Paid bar Club says Club website · November 2026
- Wheelchair access
- No Club says Club website · November 2026
- Typical age
- 30s to 40s Club says Club website · November 2026
- Minimum age
- 18 Club says Club website · November 2026
- Booking
- Required Club says Club website · November 2026
- Closed for good
- No Club says Club website · November 2026
Latest reviews from every source
I am sorry to give a 1 star. It Felt more like a school than a swinger club everybody was too young looked like a high school kids . The staff were nice The decoration and everything was nice including how clean and hygienic the place was. But it was quite difficult to approach people because they were in a group. Maybe it could be my looks or my vibe…. just wanted to have a normal convo with lads or ladies but they…
It’s really great place
A fabulous, friendly and very welcoming place. Absolutely immaculate, reasonably priced drinks and most certainly my favourite UK club. As a single woman, I really appreciate the fact that rules are strictly enforced in here (unlike some other clubs I've attended). A very safe space place to come along and just be yourself.
had a belter day
Heard alot about the place, referred by a mate. I just live around Liverpool City centre and I'm a cocktail bartender so always working over weekends, but look forward to dropping in and becoming a member someday.
I traveled all the way up from Southampton for MANE, a first-of-its-kind event dedicated to hair play, which actually turned out to be the best event I have partaken in since I joined the "scene" about a year ago. Upon arrival, the staff were very professional. From the start I felt safe and that carried on the whole time. I was given a tour - I love the building, many different rooms, both private and shared, and a…
Visited only once maybe it was wrong event for me. Straight away a guy who I believe was gay said to people not to speak to me. Although a gentleman and lady tries to be friendly I was confused by it all. Did have fun though with a trans person. Booked tickets for other events didn't go so lost my money. I was put off going because they made allegations just to get rid of me
This was a great club when the owners ran it.Went last night first time for a few years as we live down south. Found staff to be very rude and unwelcoming, especially the guy at reception signing you in,got told to step back and wait to be called, not a good start when you first arrive, couple of bar staff pretty rude also.seems like a bit of a boot camp with all the rules they fire at you.The guy upstairs (Staff )ke…
Sources we checked
- Google Maps 4.7★ from 2037 reviews readnewest May 2025
- Reddit 5 reviews readnewest September 2024
- Google reviews 10 reviews readnewest August 2026
Review history
Each dot is one dated Google review (22 with stars). The line is the running average. Does the owner answer?
The owner or management team responds to some negative reviews, engaging with complaints and offering perspective on guest concerns.
Rating spread
Written from the venue's newest Google reviews and its own website. We paraphrase, we never quote guests, and we never name anyone.
Sources for this text: Google Maps, Reddit, Google reviews, the club's own website, every review we hold.
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