The Railway

Q: What is the capacity of The Railway?

The Railway has a standing capacity of approximately 120, classed as a small venue.

The Railway — Quick Facts

Tooting's Monday-night free open mic at 202 Upper Tooting Road, SW17 7EX — neighbourhood music pub, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.

The Details

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Capacity~120 standing

Live nightsContact venue

Curfew–

Sound limiter–

Outdoor stageNo

OriginalsYes

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The Railway 202 Upper Tooting Road
Tooting
London SW17 7EX

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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 Railway

The Railway is a grassroots music venue in Tooting, London with a standing capacity of approximately 120. 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 London venue directory.

The Railway in Tooting is a vibrant neighbourhood music pub that thrives on creativity and community spirit. With a standing capacity of around 120, it welcomes a diverse array of genres, offering both original works and covers. The venue features a full backline and an in-house sound engineer, making it an ideal spot for emerging artists to showcase their talent during its popular Monday-night open mic sessions.

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Find The Railway

202 Upper Tooting Road, Tooting, London, SW17 7EX

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Common Questions

Three things people ask about booking The Railway.

What equipment does The Railway provide?

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 London venues and filter by backline.

What genres does The Railway book?

Contact the venue for genre preferences. Most London grassroots venues book a mix of rock, pop, folk, and acoustic acts.

How do I book a gig at The Railway?

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What is the capacity of The Railway?

The Railway has a standing capacity of approximately 120, classed as a small venue. See all London venues for size comparisons.

Does The Railway have open mic nights?

Yes — The Railway hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the London Open Mic Finder.

Where is The Railway?

202 Upper Tooting Road, Tooting, London, SW17 7EX. See the map below for directions. Browse more London venues nearby.

What are typical fees at The Railway?

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