Standish · Small

Asylum

Q: What genres does Asylum book?

Asylum books Rock, Metal, Punk, Hardcore. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

Q: What is the capacity of Asylum?

Asylum has a standing capacity of approximately 100, classed as a small venue. See all Wigan venues for size comparisons.

Standish live music bar and function venue.

Venue at a glance Asylum · Wigan

~100

Capacity

standingsmall

2 nights

Live music

Fri · Satper week

–

Start time

doorsnightly

BYO

Backline

bring owngear

Rock

Books

originals+3 more

Verified

Directory status

openGX directory

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Last updated: 3 Jun 2026

Asylum — Quick Facts

Standish live music bar and function venue.

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Capacity~100 standing

Live nightsFri, Sat

Curfew–

Sound limiter–

Outdoor stageNo

OriginalsYes

Where

Asylum 21 Market Street
Standish
Wigan WN6 0HW

Genres

Rock Metal Punk Hardcore

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About Asylum

Asylum is a grassroots music venue in Standish, Wigan with a standing capacity of approximately 100. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.

Asylum books Rock, Metal, Punk, Hardcore acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Wigan venue directory.

Asylum is a 100-capacity music cafe bar at 21 Market Street, Standish, near Wigan, serving Japanese-influenced street food by day and hosting DJ sets, live bands and quiz nights by evening. The interior leans into a quirky, eclectic aesthetic with cocktail-forward drinks. One of the few regular weekend live-music slots in Standish, a village otherwise without a dedicated gig venue.

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21 Market Street, Standish, Wigan, WN6 0HW

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What equipment does Asylum provide?

BYO all equipment — PA, mics, and instruments. For venues with gear provided, see the Wigan venue directory.

What genres does Asylum book?

Asylum books Rock, Metal, Punk, Hardcore. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

How do I book a gig at Asylum?

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What is the capacity of Asylum?

Asylum has a standing capacity of approximately 100, classed as a small venue. See all Wigan venues for size comparisons.

Does Asylum have open mic nights?

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Where is Asylum?

21 Market Street, Standish, Wigan, WN6 0HW. See the map below for directions. Browse more Wigan venues nearby.

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