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What's on Stage
Equipment and backline available at this venue. We verify and update this section regularly.
PA system
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
3 vocal mics
In-house engineer
About The Blind Beggar
The Blind Beggar is a grassroots music venue in Whitechapel, London with a standing capacity of approximately 200. Full backline is on stage including drum kit, guitar amp, bass amp, PA and vocal mics, plus an in-house sound engineer — so you can travel light.
The Blind Beggar books Acoustic, Mixed, DJ acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the London venue directory.
The Blind Beggar is a famous historic East End pub at 337 Whitechapel Road, London E1 1BU. It is a popular venue for live music, comedy and sport, with a programme that runs from acoustic nights and open-mic sessions through to karaoke and quiz nights. In the warmer months its garden hosts live music and guest DJs playing chilled, ambient sets most weekends. The roughly 200-capacity pub is equipped with a full backline, in-house sound engineer and PA, making it a well-resourced stage for both original acts and covers in the heart of Whitechapel.
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337 Whitechapel Road, Whitechapel, London, E1 1BU
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Full backline: drum kit, guitar amp, bass amp, PA and vocal mics. In-house sound engineer included. Bring your own instrument and pedals. Looking for other venues with full backline? Browse London venues and filter by backline.
The Blind Beggar books Acoustic, Mixed, DJ. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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The Blind Beggar has a standing capacity of approximately 200, classed as a medium venue. See all London venues for size comparisons.
Yes — The Blind Beggar hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the London Open Mic Finder.
337 Whitechapel Road, Whitechapel, London, E1 1BU. See the map below for directions. Browse more London venues nearby.
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