QX visited most of the bars that reopened on Saturday. Whatever sensational reports appeared in the media, the bars were well run, compliant with the regulations, and organised. Above all, the customers were happy and grateful to have some kind of normality back, and they behaved appropriately. Their smiling faces speaks for itself. What ever happened Saturday night in Soho for a few hours after a mixed horde of revellers descended on to the streets was the result of exceptionally poor planning by the authorities. Well done to our venues for achieving what they did.
Circa Soho played host to returning customers on both their terrace and in the venue. The coloured screens provided a stylish addition to safety.
Pics by Matt Spike – mattspike.com – award winning gay scene and fetish photographer based in Soho. Corporate and personal projects now being undertaken
