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What's on Stage
Equipment and backline available at this venue. We verify and update this section regularly.
PA system
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
2 vocal mics
In-house engineer
About The Steamworks
The Steamworks is a grassroots music venue in Highfield, Sheffield with a standing capacity of approximately 400. Full backline is on stage including drum kit, guitar amp, bass amp, PA and vocal mics — so you can travel light.
The Steamworks books Indie, Rock, Electronic, Dj acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Sheffield venue directory.
The Steamworks is an 11,000 sq ft event space and cultural hub in a converted industrial warehouse on Randall Street in Highfield, Sheffield — named for the steam joinery that once occupied the site. With incredible natural light, a licensed bar and a rotating network of street-food vendors, it's become one of South Yorkshire's most beloved live-music destinations, hosting everything from bass-forward club sessions and touring DJs to intimate live gigs, stand-up showcases, Edinburgh Fringe previews and tour warm-ups. The room delivers punchy sound and vivid lighting with quick bar service and smooth changeovers between acts. It also hosts weddings, markets and private events.
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109-111 Randall St, Highfield, Sheffield, S2 4SJ
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Full backline: drum kit, guitar amp, bass amp, PA and vocal mics. Bring your own instrument and pedals. Looking for other venues with full backline? Browse Sheffield venues and filter by backline.
The Steamworks books Indie, Rock, Electronic, Dj. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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The Steamworks has a standing capacity of approximately 400, classed as a medium venue. See all Sheffield venues for size comparisons.
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109-111 Randall St, Highfield, Sheffield, S2 4SJ. See the map below for directions. Browse more Sheffield venues nearby.
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