Carlisle Venues — Updated 08 Jul 2026

Grassroots Venues in Carlisle

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in Carlisle?

GigXchange lists 14 grassroots music venues in Carlisle, from small pub back rooms to mid-size standing rooms. Each listing includes capacity, backline provision, genres booked, and verification status. Browse the full national directory at UK Venue Directory.

Q: Which Carlisle venues provide full backline?

0 of 14 Carlisle venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 9 provide at least a PA system. 3 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

14 grassroots music venues across Carlisle. Capacity, backline, genres, booking info. Updated weekly.

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14 Venues in Carlisle

14 Venues 9 With PA 0 Full Backline 3 In-House Engineer Updated 08 Jul 2026

Carlisle has 14 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange. 9 provide a PA system, 0 offer full backline, and 3 include an in-house sound engineer. Sign up free to view booking contacts and fee ranges.

grassroots venues hosting live music in Carlisle

9 provide a PA system · 0 offer full backline
3 have an in-house sound engineer included
Booking contact, fee range and submission process available to signed-up artists

Carlisle Venue Scene in Numbers

Live statistics from 14 grassroots venues across Carlisle. Updated daily.

Total Venues

Across Carlisle

64%

PA Provided

9 venues provide a PA system

Full Backline

0 venues offer full backline

21%

In-House Engineer

3 venues include an engineer

Capacity Breakdown

Small

11%

Medium

67%

Large

22%

Equipment Provision

BYO

36%

PA Only

64%

Full BL

How many grassroots music venues are in Carlisle? GigXchange lists 14 grassroots music venues across Carlisle. 64% provide a PA system.

Do Carlisle venues provide equipment? 3 venues include an in-house sound engineer. The majority of Carlisle venues are medium (150–500). Data from GigXchange’s verified Carlisle venue directory, updated daily.

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Easterbrook Hall

Dumfries › The Crichton, DumfriesBe first to review

Dumfries' Art Deco hall on the Crichton estate.

Hawick › Town CentreBe first to review

PA Engineer

Mid-size folk venue in Hawick

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Old Fire Station Carlisle

Carlisle › Cecil StreetBe first to review

indie and live music venue in Carlisle

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Open Mind

CarlisleBe first to review

Arts bar with open mic sessions, DJs and a gallery

Penrith › Town CentreBe first to review

PA Engineer

Folk and live music venue in Penrith

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Royal Oak, Scotby

Carlisle › ScotbyBe first to review

Open mic nights with the Brampton Reivers in a refurbished village pub

Carlisle › Fisher StreetBe first to review

250-cap rock, indie, metal and punk venue.

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The Drunken Duck

AmblesideBe first to review

Newcastle pub with live music.

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The John Peel Theatre

WigtonBe first to review

Carlisle › Town CentreBe first to review

PA Engineer

Large rock venue in Carlisle

Carlisle › Nelson StBe first to review

Carlisle venue with live entertainment.

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Upfront Arts

Penrith › Unthank, near PenrithBe first to review

Penrith gallery and arts venue in Cumbria.

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Upfront Arts Venue

Penrith › Unthank, near Hutton-in-the-ForestBe first to review

Gallery and performance space near Hutton-in-the-Forest.

DumfriesBe first to review

Independent grassroots venue since 1999.

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Carlisle Venue FAQs

How many grassroots music venues are in Carlisle?

GigXchange lists 14 grassroots music venues in Carlisle, from small pub back rooms to mid-size standing rooms. Each listing includes capacity, backline provision, genres booked, and verification status. Browse the full national directory at UK Venue Directory.

Which Carlisle venues provide full backline?

0 of 14 Carlisle venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 9 provide at least a PA system. 3 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

What size are Carlisle's grassroots venues?

Of the 9 Carlisle venues with known capacity: 1 are small (under 150), 6 are medium (150–499), and 2 are large (500+). The majority of Carlisle’s grassroots scene is mid-size standing rooms.

How do I book a gig at a Carlisle venue?

Sign up free on GigXchange to view booking contacts, fee ranges, and submission processes for every Carlisle venue. Most grassroots venues accept email submissions with a link to your music, EPK, or social profiles. Check current UK fee benchmarks before quoting.

Are there open mics in Carlisle?

Yes. GigXchange also runs the UK Open Mic Finder for Carlisle, which lists weekly open mic nights with backline, day, and fee filters. Open mics are the main pathway from bedroom to stage for most grassroots artists. See also our guide on getting gigs in the UK.

What genres do Carlisle venues book?

The most commonly booked genres across Carlisle’s 14 grassroots venues are Rock, Comedy, Indie, acoustic, Folk. Many venues accept both original music and covers. Browse artist profiles by genre to find acts for your venue.

What are typical fees at Carlisle venues?

Fees vary by venue size and event type. The GigXchange Rate Calculator shows current percentiles for Carlisle by band size and venue type. Door splits are common at smaller venues; flat fees are more typical at mid-size rooms. The Musicians’ Union publishes recommended minimums.

Can I list my Carlisle venue for free?

Yes. Submissions are free, take 2 minutes, and are verified within 48 hours. Once approved, claim your listing to self-edit your profile and manage bookings. Venues with a PRS licence can also list their music policy.

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