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The Kings Arms

Salford's most bohemian back street boozer.

Venue at a glance The Kings Arms · Salford
Capacity
standinggrassroots
Varies
Live music
flexibleper week
Start time
doorsnightly
PA
Backline
PA + micsgear
Indie
Books
originals+4 more
Verified
Directory status
openGX directory

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Last updated: 4 June 2026

The Kings Arms — Quick Facts

Salford's most bohemian back street boozer.

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Outdoor stageNo
OriginalsYes

Where

The Kings Arms 11 Bloom St
Salford
Salford M3 6AN

Genres

Indie Folk Acoustic Spoken Word Alternative Rock

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About The Kings Arms

The Kings Arms is a grassroots music venue in Salford, Salford. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.

The Kings Arms books Indie, Folk, Acoustic, Spoken Word, Alternative Rock acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Salford venue directory.

The Kings Arms at 11 Bloom Street, Salford (M3 6AN) is a thriving bohemian community arts pub just minutes from Manchester city centre — first licensed in 1807 and now a much-loved boozer, music venue and theatre with artists' studios. Downstairs there's a cobbled beer garden and a David Bowie–themed snug; upstairs hosts award-winning fringe theatre, live music, spoken word, lectures and performance art across a wide range of genres. It's a genuine grassroots hub for emerging artists and remains one of Salford's best-known independent venues.

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11 Bloom St, Salford, Salford, M3 6AN

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