Cheltenham Venues — Updated 08 Jul 2026

Grassroots Venues in Cheltenham

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in Cheltenham?

GigXchange lists 24 grassroots music venues in Cheltenham, 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 Cheltenham venues provide full backline?

1 of 24 Cheltenham venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 16 provide at least a PA system. 3 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

24 grassroots music venues across Cheltenham. Capacity, backline, genres, booking info. Updated weekly.

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24 Venues in Cheltenham

24 Venues 16 With PA 1 Full Backline 3 In-House Engineer Updated 08 Jul 2026

Cheltenham has 24 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange. 16 provide a PA system, 1 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 Cheltenham

16 provide a PA system · 1 offer full backline
3 have an in-house sound engineer included
Booking contact, fee range and submission process available to signed-up artists

Cheltenham Venue Scene in Numbers

Live statistics from 24 grassroots venues across Cheltenham. Updated daily.

Total Venues

Across Cheltenham

67%

PA Provided

16 venues provide a PA system

Full Backline

1 venues offer full backline

13%

In-House Engineer

3 venues include an engineer

Capacity Breakdown

Small

45%

Medium

55%

Large

Equipment Provision

BYO

33%

PA Only

63%

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How many grassroots music venues are in Cheltenham? GigXchange lists 24 grassroots music venues across Cheltenham. 67% provide a PA system and 4% offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA).

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

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Cheltenham Town Hall

CheltenhamBe first to review

Regency town hall for rock, pop and R&B tours.

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Coach & Horses

WorcesterBe first to review

Traditional pub with live music nights.

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Craft brewery taproom with DJ nights.

Cheltenham › The Brewery QuarterBe first to review

200-cap pub for indie, rock and blues.

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Restored 18th-century hall inside CrownGate.

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Worcester's premier independent live music venue — gigs seven nights a week on a 1958 sprung dance floor, plus a Wed

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Old Greyhound

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Historic Worcester city-centre pub with live music and open mics.

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Cheltenham Ladies' College venue with classical.

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Smokey Joe's

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Cheltenham's favourite retro diner and bar.

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The Bath Tavern

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Cheltenham pub with live music.

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The Bayshill

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Cheltenham bar with live entertainment.

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The Bierkeller Showbar

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Worcester's Bavarian-style showbar on New Street — raucous live music, cabaret, bench dancing and steins, free entry

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The Chestnut Tree Inn

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Friendly Worcester backstreet local with weekend live music and fortnightly open mic.

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The Cotswold Inn

Cheltenham › 17 Portland StBe first to review

Cheltenham inn with live music.

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The Feathers Sport & Music Lounge

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Worcester sport and music lounge.

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The Firefly Beer Haus

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Worcester craft beer haus with live music.

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The Five Alls

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Cheltenham Bath Road pub with live music, Tuesday open mic and karaoke.

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Independent live music bar on Pierpoint Street.

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The Oil Basin Brewhouse

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Worcester brewhouse with live music.

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The Pheasant

Worcester › New StBe first to review

Worcester pub with live entertainment.

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The Railway

Cheltenham › New StBe first to review

Cheltenham pub with Thai food and live music.

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The Red Lion

EveshamBe first to review

Real ale, real cider and live music in the heart of town

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PA Engineer

Mid-size folk and live music venue in Tewkesbury

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The Wheatsheaf

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Old Bath Road pub with live music.

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Cheltenham Venue FAQs

How many grassroots music venues are in Cheltenham?

GigXchange lists 24 grassroots music venues in Cheltenham, 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 Cheltenham venues provide full backline?

1 of 24 Cheltenham venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 16 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 Cheltenham's grassroots venues?

Of the 11 Cheltenham venues with known capacity: 5 are small (under 150), 6 are medium (150–499), and 0 are large (500+). The majority of Cheltenham’s grassroots scene is mid-size standing rooms.

How do I book a gig at a Cheltenham venue?

Sign up free on GigXchange to view booking contacts, fee ranges, and submission processes for every Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham?

Yes. GigXchange also runs the UK Open Mic Finder for Cheltenham, 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 Cheltenham venues book?

The most commonly booked genres across Cheltenham’s 24 grassroots venues are covers, acoustic, Rock, rock, 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 Cheltenham venues?

Fees vary by venue size and event type. The GigXchange Rate Calculator shows current percentiles for Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham 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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