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The Engine Shed

Lincoln's Monday-night free open mic at Brayford Pool, LN6 7TS — University music venue, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.

The Engine Shed — Quick Facts

Lincoln's Monday-night free open mic at Brayford Pool, LN6 7TS — University music venue, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.

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The Details

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Capacity~250 standing
Live nightsContact venue
Curfew
Sound limiter
Outdoor stageNo
OriginalsYes
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Photo: GoogleThe Engine Shed photo
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Where

The Engine Shed University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool
City Centre
Lincoln LN6 7TS

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What's on Stage

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

About The Engine Shed

The Engine Shed is a grassroots music venue in City Centre, Lincoln with a standing capacity of approximately 250. 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.

This listing is part of the Lincoln venue directory.

The Engine Shed serves as a vibrant hub for original music and covers alike in Lincoln's City Centre. With a standing capacity of around 250, it offers a welcoming space for diverse genres, equipped with a full backline and an in-house sound engineer to support emerging talent. Regularly hosting free open mic nights, this venue nurtures local artists and fosters a lively community atmosphere.

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University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool, City Centre, Lincoln, LN6 7TS

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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 Lincoln venues and filter by backline.
Contact the venue for genre preferences. Most Lincoln grassroots venues book a mix of rock, pop, folk, and acoustic acts.
Sign up free on GigXchange to view The Engine Shed’s booking contact, fee range, and submission process. Most grassroots venues accept email submissions with a link to your music or EPK. Check current UK fee benchmarks before quoting.
The Engine Shed has a standing capacity of approximately 250, classed as a medium venue. See all Lincoln venues for size comparisons.
Yes — The Engine Shed hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Lincoln Open Mic Finder.
University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool, City Centre, Lincoln, LN6 7TS. See the map below for directions. Browse more Lincoln venues nearby.
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