Remembering our lost friends from the London and UK scene of the past. Many of our friends have been lost to addiction, HIV/AIDS and natural causes. We can never forget these beautiful people. Friends F o r e v e r Remembering our long lost friends that we loved so much and will never forget Here at Lost Gay London, we treasure the memories of the amazing times we had in the past. But just as importantly, we must never forget the incredible guys and girls we shared those moments with—friends who are no longer with us today. These beautiful souls were a huge part of our lives and community and are a vital part of our shared history. True friends should never be forgotten—they deserve to be remembered with the love, respect, and deep connection we all shared. As you look through these images, take a moment to smile and remember who they were—the friendships we had, the laughter, and the unique memories they gave us. This page is dedicated to them! It’s here to make us SMILE as we honour the love, joy, and life they brought into our world. If you would like contribute a photo of a friend or a family member that is no longer with us, please feel free to email it to lostgaylondon@outlook.com , with the subject line saying 'Friends Forever'. Please provide their name and a little bit of information about them. Together, let’s keep their memories alive 🌺 Steffan Wigfield Friends F o r e v e r If you, or someone you know is having mental health issues and would like to speak to a professional. Check out our external help and support page at https://www.lostgaylondon.com/external-services-and-help-lines

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Sherbet was an Gay day-club in London in the 90s. It had an amazing DJ lineup included Lord Kaos aka Dominic Sinclair, Pete Wardman, Rich B, Rachel Auburn, The Sharp Boys + Guests. With their hard-house and techno sets, Sunday afternoons would never be the same again! Sherbet @ SoundShaft Pete Wardman was a genius when he had the concept to create SHERBET. Sherbet's amazing DJ lineup included Lord Kaos aka Dominic Sinclair, Pete Wardman, Rich B, Rachel Auburn, The Sharp Boys + Guests. With their hard-house and techno sets, Sunday afternoons would never be the same again! Soundshaft was a small club attached to Heaven London, which had a separate entrance on Hungerford Lane, behind Craven Street, although it was also accessible from the main club. Between 1988 and 1990, this hosted the seminal Troll night and which launched the career of DJs Daz Saund and Luke Slater. It is now called The Stage Bar. In the late 1990s and early 2000s, Soundshaft was the Venue for Fahrenheit, a Hard House event run by Fevah and Sherbet on Sunday afternoons, run by Pete Wardman. Thank you to our Sherbet Hosts Stephen McKee & Lewis Oswald, Rich B and Pippa for these great photos

FIST opened in February 1994 at the Chunnel club in London’s Vauxhall. Underground and avant-garde, the hardcore fetish club enforced a strict leather/rubber/skin gear dress code. Back in the 90s, fetish was considered underground and taboo! FIST broke boundaries, challenged people’s beliefs about sex, and made clubbing hard, sexy and dirty – never forgetting the infamous playroom. F ist Suzie Krueger presents FIST opened in February 1994 at the Chunnel club in London’s Vauxhall. Underground and avant-garde, the hardcore fetish club enforced a strict leather/rubber/skin gear dress code. Back in the 90s, fetish was considered underground and taboo! FIST broke boundaries, challenged people’s beliefs about sex, and made clubbing hard, sexy and dirty – never forgetting the infamous playroom. FIST was the mother of all fetish clubs that followed. DJ’s regularly cut their teeth at FIST. The club’s hard techno sound track was supplied by the likes of E J Doubell, Jack Chang and Brent Nicholls , and the monthly meet featured live pervy performances from American extreme performance artist Ron Athey, Italian performance artist Franko B and porn star Buck Meadows, to name a few. FIST grew quickly, attracting a worldwide audience, moving to Denmark Place then SubStation South in Brixton and on to Imperial Gardens in Camberwell. Finally, after 9 years, and over 100 parties, the police closed the club down. The final FIST FAREWELL was in December 2002. But Queen of kink, Suzie Krueger returned with Hard On , off spring from the infamous club, opening in September 2003 at Cynthia’s in London Bridge. HARD ON is still London’s sexiest gay fetish club, and one that continues to challenge fetish clubbing into the 21st century. Suzie put the funk into fetish, adding sports gear to her dress code and creating what we now know as ‘Your Dirty Dance Club’. Embracing the new, and keeping the old, has seen Hard On reach its decade of keeping London hard. www.qxmen.com/feature/fist-fact-file/

Our Mission Statement Our mission is to celebrate, document, and preserve the vibrant history of London’s Gay past — its people, places, parties, and protests — before they fade from the collective memory. Through these curated archives, personal stories, and cultural artefacts, we aim to honour the bold spirit and creativity of a scene that shaped identities, built community, and sparked change. This site is a living tribute to the nightlife, art, activism, and resilience that defined gay London, ensuring that the echoes of its legacy continue to inspire future generations. Gage Öhrn Founder Lost Gay London 2012 - 2026

Join us on an amazing journey through the vibrant tapestry of our past, a playful parade of colours, characters, and unforgettable moments that danced through London's heart. We celebrate the London gay scene of yesteryear that we’ve loved and lost, honoring everyone. This is a space to reminisce, laugh, and embrace the diversity that made our world so wonderfully vibrant. This page is a celebration of good times, great friends, and unforgettable nights. About us Remember the Nights and days-out that took our b reath away? Join us on an amazing journey through the vibrant tape stry of our past, a playful parade of colours, characters, and unforgettabl e moments that danced through London's heart. Each story is a glittering gem, wai ting to sparkle in your imagination and bring back memories of joy, love, and frie ndship. We celebrate the London gay scene of yesteryear that we’ve lov ed and lost, honouring everyone—boys, girls, transgender, gay, le sbian, bi, poly, straight—who made those times so special. This is a space to reminisce, laugh, and embrace the diversity that made our world so wonderfully vibrant. We love sharing stories, photos, and memorabilia—so feel free to celebrate with us and use the contact page to get in touch! This page is a celebration of good times, great friends, and unforgettable nights. Thank you for being part of this journey—let’s enjoy and cherish every colourful moment together! My Story and how L o s t G a y L o n d o n came to be. Born in Perth, Western Australia in the 70s, I spent my childhood immersed in music (mostly Bananarama and Culture Club) and dreaming of living in London. In 1988, at just 17, I made the dream a reality and moved to London with just £2000 in my pocket. Within a few months, I discovered my first gay club, Bang @ Busbys, which opened the door for me to embrace my true self and finally 'come out'. Soon, I was dancing proudly on the Bang podium every Saturday night, decked out in my black PVC outfit and patent Doc Martens, celebrating my new found gay identity. In 1998 I made the hard decision to head back home to Australia, this time I thought I would give Sydney ago. It wasn't too long before I found myself craving to be around that amazing London gay scene again. No matter where I lived, I never felt that strong sense of community that I had experienced in London. In 2011, just after relocating back to London from Melbourne this time, I noticed that the community spirit had changed. Maybe it was because I was older and now perceive things differently, or that the clubs, pubs and dance parties we used to haunt were no longer there. Or it may even be the fact that there is now a whole new generation out there doing it in their own new style. Whatever it was, I felt a sense of urgency to recreate and capture what was no longer there, before it was too late and the memories would be lost for ever.. Since 2012, I have been using Facebook as my platform for the page, however the page was constantly being cautioned over it's content (which was usually caused by innocent '90s Heaven club' flyers). The Facebook autobots became so bad that Facebook eventually moved my page to 'Unpublished', so only I could see it. With over 24k followers, thousands of photos and numerous videos, I decided to create this website before all hard work that had been put in was lost for ever. Lost Gay London has become a very important archive of our wonderfully colourful LGBTQI+ scene of the past. I, with this new page, am also hoping to create an online forum for you all to chat on. Our community brings together such amazing diversity, news, views, and essential information, all written by passionate and knowledgeable community members. Once up and running, please feel free to start new topics or contribute to an ongoing discussion. Browse our posts and join the conversations and share. Sharing is caring and the more people that know about us, the better. If you have photos, flyers or memorabilia that you would like to contribute to this page, please feel free to contact me, using the email below, or use our sites contact form. info@lostgaylondon.com I hope you love the new page! Gage Öhrn Founder & Creative Director Meet the team. The Lost Gay London Team is a dynamic group dedicated to celebrating and preserving the rich history of the LGBT+ community in London. Through various experiences, social gatherings, and advocacy efforts, we aim to foster inclusivity, promote visibility, and create a welcoming space for all. Our work highlights the rich diversity and resilience of London's LGBTQ+ history. Gage Öhrn Founder Lost Gay London Lewis Oswald Associate Content Advisor Product and Merchandise David Associate Website Design Advisor Pickles Öhrn Office Support Supervisor Pippa Associate Website Design Advisor Could this be you? Associate Lost Gay London

JAY EFF PHOTOGRAPHER 📸 Jay Eff – Chronicler of London’s Queer Nightlife Jay Eff is a prominent photographer known for capturing the energy, vibrancy, and authenticity of London’s gay nightlife and club culture throughout the ’90s and 2000s. His striking black-and-white and color imagery graced the pages of leading LGBTQ+ magazines like Gay Times, AXM, and Phase, producing unforgettable portraits of iconic figures—from fashion models to club personalities. A key contributor to the visual narrative of legendary queer spaces, Jay Eff’s dynamic shots helped define the aesthetic of nights at venues like Trade—London’s trailblazing after-hours club. His photography was instrumental in documenting club culture's evolution during a time when safe, celebratory spaces were vital for expression and identity. Through his lens, Jay Eff captured more than just nightlife; he encapsulated moments of joy, resilience, individuality, and community. His work stands as a vivid portal into a transformative era—where photography wasn’t only art, it was history in motion.

London photographer Jay Eff, with his unique view of the world was one of the most outstanding members of our community JAY EFF Photography by If you lived in London back in the 90s ,you would more than likely be familiar with the work of the legendary Photographer Jay Eff. His Flyers (for Clubs like Heaven/Garage/The Fruit Machine) were the stand-out flyers of the London scene. Many people over the years have told me they actually looked forward to going home after the clubs closed, just so they could get next the week's flyers. Every week his fresh new ideas would be admired throughout the club scene in London. Thanks to Jay Eff himself, Lost Gay London has been able to create this collection of Art for all to enjoy. 1/2

In the past, drag in the UK was often associated with traditional theatrical performances, such as pantomimes, where men would dress as women for comedic effect. The visibility of drag was limited, and it primarily existed in niche venues or within the LGBTQ+ community. The rise of the LGBTQ+ rights movement brought more visibility to drag culture. Performers like Lily Savage gained mainstream recognition, and drag began to be seen as a legitimate art form rather than just a comedic gimmick. UK DRAGACTS Drag artists, past and present, who’ve left smiles on our faces and warmth in our hearts. Dockyard Doris View More Titti La Camp View More Phil Starr View More Mrs Shufflewick View More Maisie Trollette View More Lola Lasagne View More Miss Jason View More Sandra Hush View More Dave Lynn View More The Vivienne View More Regina Fong View More Adrella View More Ruby Venezuela Millie Mopp View More View More Lily Savage View More Lee Sutton Millie Mopp View More Lily Savage

Lost Gay London Video Page! We're excited to share this collection of videos with you. There's a wide range of footage, from our much loved Pride marches, to fabulous queens sitting in Brompton Cemetery foldly reminiscing about The Coleherne. Feel free to explore our diverse range of memorable events, and relive some of our favourite moments. Happy viewing! All Videos Categorías Reproducir video Reproducir video 07:34 Gay London In The 90 s Brompton Cemetery Reproducir video Reproducir video 09:23 Trade - Flash Back - Are you ready Reproducir video Reproducir video 02:37 Titti La Camp Reproducir video Reproducir video 07:38 Titti La Camp Drag Roast segment at the Royal Vauxhall Tavern Reproducir video Reproducir video 06:17 Putting on the dish, the art of Polari Polari is a historically used form of secret slang or cant, primarily by gay men in Britain, but also by other groups like performers, sailors, and criminals. It was a way to communicate privately, particularly during a time when homosexuality was illegal and stigmatized. Polari's origins are diverse, drawing from Italian, Romani, Yiddish, and other influences, according to Wikipedia. Reproducir video Reproducir video 03:04 Sandra Hush.1 Reproducir video Reproducir video 01:56 Sandra Hush Reproducir video Reproducir video 03:00 Millie Mop - Any Queen Will Do Millie Mop - Any Queen Will Do Reproducir video Reproducir video 16:08 The Wayout Club - Steffan Whitfield The Wayout Club - Steffan Whitfield. Uk Drag Queen Cargar más

S ite Gu idelin es Lost Gay London – Guidelines We’re dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful community for L GBTQ+ individuals exploring and celebrating the vibrant life of London. To ensure a positive experience for everyone, please take a moment to read our co mmunity guidelines: 1. Respect Ev eryone Treat all members with kindness and respect. Discrimination, hate speech, harassment, or any form of intolerance based on race, ethnicity, gender, se xuality, religion, or background will not be tolerated. 2. Be Inclusive We celebrate diversity . Use inclusive language and be mindful of different identities and experiences. Support and uplift one another. 3. Privacy and Consent Respect others’ privacy. Do no t share personal information without explicit permission. Always seek consent before initiating contact or sharing content involving others. 4. Keep Content Appropriate Share content that is respectful and appropriate for all users. Avoid posting explicit or offensive material. Follow community standards and platform ru les. 5. No Spam or Self-Promotion Refrain from posting spam, unsolicited advertisements, or excessive self-promotion. Contributions should be r elevant and contribute positively to the community. 6. Report Concerns If you encounter any issues, offensive content, or violations of thes e guidelines, please report them to our moderators. We are committed to maintaining a safe environment. 7. Have Fun and Be Yourself Enjoy exploring London through our platform! Be authentic, open-minded, and supportive. Let’s build a welcoming community where everyone feels comfortabl e. Thank you f or being part of Lost Gay London! Together, we can create a vibrant, inclusive space for all.

MISS JASON aka Jason Frederick Sutton Jason Frederick Sutton (27 February 1968 – 22 April 2024) Known under his stage name as Miss Jason, he was an English actor, comedian, drag artist, pantomime dame, and a community and philanthropic activist. Born 27 February 1968, Jason Sutton began performing in drag at The Old Vic in Portsmouth in the 1990s. His drag persona was inspired by gay cabaret comedian and singer Phil Starr. Starr bestowed the stage name "Miss Jason" on Sutton. Drag artist Stephen Richards, who performs under the name Lola Lasagne , told BBC Radio Sussex that, personality wise, "Miss Jason" was very much like Sutton himself. Sutton often performed at the Two Brewers pub in London, but was a resident of the village of Rottingdean near the city of Brighton. He was a long-time performer in the Sunday cabaret at the bar at the Legends Hotel. He was named the best local entertainer in Brighton in 2016. As Miss Jason, Sutton appeared on several television programmes, including the comedy game show Blankety Blank, the reality cooking game show Come Dine With Me, the antiquing game show Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is, and Weakest Link. Sutton was a noted pantomime dame, performing for charity each Christmas. His performances included pantomime at Portsmouth (2016), Bromley (2017), High Wycombe (2018), Richmond (2019), Barnstaple (2021), Stafford (2022), and Brighton (2023)