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Esquires Bedford

Bedford's best-known grassroots music venue.

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Bedford's best-known grassroots music venue.

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The Details

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Capacity~400 standing
Live nightsContact venue
Curfew
Sound limiter
Outdoor stageNo
OriginalsYes
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Photo: GoogleEsquires Bedford photo
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Where

Esquires Bedford 60A Bromham Rd
Bedford
Bedford MK40 2QG

Genres

Rock Punk Rock Funk Hip-Hop

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What's on Stage

PA + monitors
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
In-house engineer

About Esquires Bedford

Esquires Bedford is a grassroots music venue in Bedford, Bedford with a standing capacity of approximately 400. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.

Esquires Bedford books Rock, Punk Rock, Funk, Hip-Hop acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Bedford venue directory.

Esquires Bedford stands out in the heart of Bedford as a dynamic space for live music enthusiasts, with a welcoming policy for both original and cover performances. Its medium-sized capacity of around 400 creates an intimate yet energetic atmosphere for rock, punk rock, funk, and hip-hop genres. With artists bringing their own PA, each gig offers a unique sonic experience.

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60A Bromham Rd, Bedford, Bedford, MK40 2QG

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Esquires Bedford books Rock, Punk Rock, Funk, Hip-Hop. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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Esquires Bedford has a standing capacity of approximately 400, classed as a medium venue. See all Bedford venues for size comparisons.
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60A Bromham Rd, Bedford, Bedford, MK40 2QG. See the map below for directions. Browse more Bedford venues nearby.
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