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What's on Stage
PA + monitors
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
In-house engineer
About Sandy Bell's
Sandy Bell's is a grassroots music venue in Old Town, Edinburgh with a standing capacity of approximately 70. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.
Sandy Bell's stands as a historic folk pub in Edinburgh's Old Town, renowned for its intimate atmosphere and vibrant live music scene. With a standing capacity of around 70, it regularly hosts a mixed genre of performances, from original compositions to beloved covers. The venue’s welcoming music policy encourages local talent, especially during its popular Wednesday-night Scottish-trad open mic sessions.
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Find Sandy Bell's
25 Forrest Road, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 2QH
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Three things people ask about booking Sandy Bell's.
PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter Edinburgh venues by backline.
Contact the venue for genre preferences. Most Edinburgh grassroots venues book a mix of rock, pop, folk, and acoustic acts.
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Sandy Bell's has a standing capacity of approximately 70, classed as a small venue. See all Edinburgh venues for size comparisons.
Yes — Sandy Bell's hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Edinburgh Open Mic Finder.
25 Forrest Road, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH1 2QH. See the map below for directions. Browse more Edinburgh venues nearby.
