Aberdeen · Small

Unit 51

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Unit 51 books Metal, House, Techno, Drum-and-bass, Experimental. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

Central London bar and restaurant.

Venue at a glance Unit 51 · London

~60

Capacity

standingsmall

Varies

Live music

flexibleper week

–

Start time

doorsnightly

BYO

Backline

bring owngear

Metal

Books

originals+4 more

Verified

Directory status

openGX directory

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Last updated: 3 June 2026

Unit 51 — Quick Facts

Central London bar and restaurant.

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The Details

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Capacity~60 standing

Live nightsContact venue

Curfew–

Sound limiter–

Outdoor stageNo

OriginalsYes

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Where

Unit 51 Carnegie's Brae
Aberdeen
London AB10 1BF

Genres

Metal House Techno Drum-and-bass Experimental

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About Unit 51

Unit 51 is a grassroots music venue in Aberdeen, London with a standing capacity of approximately 60. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.

Unit 51 books Metal, House, Techno, Drum-and-bass, Experimental acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the London venue directory.

Unit 51 — part of the 'Turbo Tunnels' complex alongside The Tunnels — is an established underground music venue and nightclub on Carnegie's Brae in Aberdeen, Scotland. The flexible room runs from an intimate 80 up to around 300, with a well-regarded sound and lighting rig, a modest bar, cloakroom and an outdoor smoking area. Programming is deliberately broad, spanning live metal and rock through house, techno, drum & bass and experimental club nights, making it one of Aberdeen's go-to spaces for both gigs and late-night electronic events.

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Carnegie's Brae, Aberdeen, London, AB10 1BF

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What equipment does Unit 51 provide?

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

What genres does Unit 51 book?

Unit 51 books Metal, House, Techno, Drum-and-bass, Experimental. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

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What is the capacity of Unit 51?

Unit 51 has a standing capacity of approximately 60, classed as a small venue. See all London venues for size comparisons.

Does Unit 51 have open mic nights?

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Where is Unit 51?

Carnegie's Brae, Aberdeen, London, AB10 1BF. See the map below for directions. Browse more London venues nearby.

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