Rescue Rooms

Q: What is the capacity of Rescue Rooms?

Rescue Rooms has a standing capacity of approximately 450, classed as a medium venue.

Rescue Rooms — Quick Facts

Nottingham's Tuesday-night free open mic at 25 Goldsmith Street, NG1 5JT — iconic music venue, full backline, in-house engineer, 10-minute slots.

The Details

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Capacity~450 standing

Live nightsContact venue

Curfew–

Sound limiter–

Outdoor stageNo

OriginalsYes

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Where

Rescue Rooms 25 Goldsmith Street
City Centre
Nottingham NG1 5JT

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What's on Stage

PA + monitors

Drum kit

Guitar amp

Bass amp

Keys / keyboard

Vocal mics

In-house engineer

About Rescue Rooms

Rescue Rooms is a grassroots music venue in City Centre, Nottingham with a standing capacity of approximately 450. 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 Nottingham venue directory.

Rescue Rooms stands out in Nottingham's City Centre as a vibrant hub for emerging talent, hosting a diverse range of genres. With a standing capacity of around 180, it features a full backline and an in-house sound engineer, creating an inviting atmosphere for both original acts and cover bands. The venue also hosts a popular Tuesday-night open mic, fostering creativity and community.

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25 Goldsmith Street, City Centre, Nottingham, NG1 5JT

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Common Questions

Three things people ask about booking Rescue Rooms.

What equipment does Rescue Rooms 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 Nottingham venues and filter by backline.

What genres does Rescue Rooms book?

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

How do I book a gig at Rescue Rooms?

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What is the capacity of Rescue Rooms?

Rescue Rooms has a standing capacity of approximately 450, classed as a medium venue. See all Nottingham venues for size comparisons.

Does Rescue Rooms have open mic nights?

Yes — Rescue Rooms hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Nottingham Open Mic Finder.

Where is Rescue Rooms?

25 Goldsmith Street, City Centre, Nottingham, NG1 5JT. See the map below for directions. Browse more Nottingham venues nearby.

What are typical fees at Rescue Rooms?

Fee ranges are available to signed-up artists on GigXchange. Grassroots venue fees in Nottingham vary by event type, band size, and whether the deal is a flat fee or door split. The GigXchange Rate Calculator shows current UK percentiles. See also the Musicians’ Union recommended rates.

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