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Who is Welhorny's best for?
This is a niche stay: men only, adults only and naturist, operating on a membership basis with house rules. It targets gay men looking for a sociable, clothing-optional break.
Party nights and themed weekends fill the bar, among them bear and pup events. If you would rather have a quiet, private house, there are calmer places on the stays page.
Rooms and facilities
What the listing says:
- A naturist, men-only guest house
- Breakfast included
- A bar hosting party nights and themed weekends
- Members' rules
Is Welhorny's men-only?
Yes. Membership applies, it is for adult men only, and the policy is naturist, so expect a clothing-optional environment.
How far is Welhorny's from the station, Prom and bars?
Welhorny's is at 33-37 Banks Street, FY1 2AR. Walking times below are in minutes and come from map coordinates, so allow extra with luggage.
| Destination | Walk |
|---|---|
| Blackpool North station | 3 mins |
| Prom and North Pier | 8 mins |
| Blackpool Tower | 12 mins |
| Antinous Lounge & Bistro | 1 min |
| Gin & Bear It | 1 min |
| Man Bar and Growlr Club | 1 min |
| Mardi Gras | 1 min |
What's on the doorstep tonight?
Your nearest options from Welhorny's:
- Antinous Lounge & Bistro, 1 min away: a relaxed lounge and bistro with food.
- Gin & Bear It, 1 min away: a calm weekend gin lounge with a long gin list.
- Man Bar and Growlr Club, 1 min away: a no-frills bar with a pool table, plus a men-only cruise club upstairs.
Hours change, so see what is open tonight before you head out. For the full venue background, see the Rainbow Quarter directory.
Getting there and getting around
From Blackpool North it is about 3 mins on foot, so you can arrive by train and be checked in quickly. The Prom at North Pier is 8 mins away and the Tower is 12 mins, so a sea-air stroll before dinner is easy to fit in. The safety guide has sensible tips for getting home after dark.
Is it the right fit?
Men-only stays set their own tone, so read the house rules before you book and make sure the atmosphere is what you want. If Welhorny's is full or not quite right, the nearest alternatives by walking time are Mardi Gras, Q Accommodation, Trades Hotel and Bar; the stays directory compares them all.
Booking tips
Join the members' system when you book and read the house rules. Themed weekends sell out, so contact the guest house early, especially for Pride.
Rooms go early for Blackpool Pride and the Illuminations, so book as soon as you know your dates. Prices and availability change, so always check the venue's own site or phone before you pay: https://welhornys.com/.
Good to know
- Men only, adults only, members' rules apply
- Naturist: clothing-optional
- Check the themed weekend calendar
- Just off Dickson Road, a few minutes from Funny Girls
Walking times from Welhorny's
| Place | On foot |
|---|---|
| Blackpool North station | 3 min |
| North Pier and the Prom | 8 min |
| Blackpool Tower | 12 min |
| Mardi Gras | 1 min |
| Man Bar and Growlr Club | 1 min |
| Gin & Bear It | 1 min |
| Trades Hotel and Bar | 1 min |
| The Blackpool North | 1 min |
| Antinous Lounge & Bistro | 1 min |
Walking times are estimates from map positions.
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