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About Exeter Phoenix
Exeter Phoenix is a grassroots music venue in Exeter, Exeter with a standing capacity of approximately 250. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.
Exeter Phoenix books Indie, Electronic, Folk, Experimental acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Exeter venue directory.
Exeter Phoenix is a multi-arts centre on Gandy Street, reopened in 1999 after a National Lottery-funded rebuild, with an auditorium seating 216 or holding 450 standing. Early-career gigs by Arctic Monkeys, Biffy Clyro and Idles all took place here, alongside indie, electronic, folk, experimental music, cinema, comedy and visual art year-round — including a popular monthly jazz night. The South West's primary mid-scale arts venue between Bristol and Plymouth, with a packed 2026-27 diary.
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Gandy St, Exeter, Exeter, EX4 3LS
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Exeter Phoenix books Indie, Electronic, Folk, Experimental. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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Exeter Phoenix has a standing capacity of approximately 250 (216 seated), classed as a medium venue. See all Exeter venues for size comparisons.
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Gandy St, Exeter, Exeter, EX4 3LS. See the map below for directions. Browse more Exeter venues nearby.
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