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The Tooth & Claw

indie and live music venue in Inverness

Venue at a glance The Tooth & Claw · Inverness
~75
Capacity
standingsmall
Varies
Live music
flexibleper week
Start time
doorsnightly
PA
Backline
PA + micsgear
Indie
Books
originals+3 more
Verified
Directory status
openGX directory

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Last updated: 8 July 2026

The Tooth & Claw — Quick Facts

indie and live music venue in Inverness

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Capacity~75 standing
Live nightsContact venue
Curfew
Sound limiter
Outdoor stageNo
OriginalsYes

Where

The Tooth & Claw 50 Baron Taylor Street
Academy Street
Inverness IV1 1QG

Genres

Indie Rock Punk Folk

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PA system
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
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About The Tooth & Claw

The Tooth & Claw is a grassroots music venue in Academy Street, Inverness with a standing capacity of approximately 75. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.

The Tooth & Claw books Indie, Rock, Punk, Folk acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Inverness venue directory.

The Tooth & Claw is a grassroots venue in Inverness's Academy Street area with a standing capacity of 100. The venue hosts indie, rock, punk and more. A PA system is provided for performers. Located at 50 Baron Taylor Street, Inverness IV1 1QG.

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50 Baron Taylor Street, Academy Street, Inverness, IV1 1QG

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The Tooth & Claw books Indie, Rock, Punk, Folk. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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