Hereford Venues — Updated 08 Jul 2026

Grassroots Venues in Hereford

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in Hereford?

GigXchange lists 23 grassroots music venues in Hereford, 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 Hereford venues provide full backline?

0 of 23 Hereford venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 3 provide at least a PA system. 3 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

23 grassroots music venues across Hereford. Capacity, backline, genres, booking info. Updated weekly.

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23 Venues in Hereford

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

Hereford has 23 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange. 3 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 Hereford

3 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

Hereford Venue Scene in Numbers

Live statistics from 23 grassroots venues across Hereford. Updated daily.

Total Venues

Across Hereford

13%

PA Provided

3 venues provide a PA system

Full Backline

0 venues offer full backline

13%

In-House Engineer

3 venues include an engineer

Capacity Breakdown

Small

29%

Medium

57%

Large

14%

Equipment Provision

BYO

87%

PA Only

13%

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How many grassroots music venues are in Hereford? GigXchange lists 23 grassroots music venues across Hereford. 13% provide a PA system.

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

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Abergavenny Borough Theatre

Abergavenny › Town CentreBe first to review

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Mid-size folk and live music venue in Abergavenny

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Babar Café and Bar

HerefordBe first to review

Grassroots live music championing original acts in Hereford

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Crown & Sceptre

Ross-on-WyeBe first to review

17th-century Ross-on-Wye local with regular live music

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Falcon Hotel

BromyardBe first to review

16th-century Bromyard inn with Tuesday music and folk nights

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Gordon Bennetts

HerefordBe first to review

City centre bar with regular live music nights.

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Green Dragon

MalvernBe first to review

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Hen & Chicken

AbergavennyBe first to review

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Ludlow Assembly Rooms

Ludlow › Ludlow market squareBe first to review

Arts venue with Motown, tributes and film.

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Ludlow Brewery

Ludlow › Ludlow (50m north of Ludlow Station)Be first to review

Ludlow brewery taproom in a restored 1857 railway shed — live music, comedy and events

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Red Lion

Great MalvernBe first to review

Weekly open mic and live music at a 17th-century Great Malvern local

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Shobdon Airfield EGBS

Leominster › ShobdonBe first to review

Aero club with DJ and electronic events.

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The Booth Hall

HerefordBe first to review

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The Eagle Inn

Ross-on-WyeBe first to review

Ross-on-Wye local with a monthly open mic

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The Globe

Hay-on-WyeBe first to review

Independent arts centre in a converted 1752 chapel hosting live music and events

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The Grapes

HerefordBe first to review

Hereford's oldest pub with a Sunday open mic

Hereford › Hereford city centreBe first to review

Hereford live music venue.

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The Lupa

HerefordBe first to review

Intimate late-night cocktail bar with open mic and weekend DJs

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Great Malvern bar & club with regular live music nights

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A relaxed country pub with regular live music near Hereford

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The Unicorn

MalvernBe first to review

Malvern's oldest pub with a weekly acoustic session and weekend live music

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The Yew Tree Inn

Ross-on-Wye › PeterstowBe first to review

Cider-farm pub at Peterstow with live music, open mic and singalongs

Brecon › Town CentreBe first to review

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Mid-size folk and live music venue in Brecon

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West Malvern Social Club

West MalvernBe first to review

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A not-for-profit community club with one of the area's best-loved open mic nights

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Hereford Venue FAQs

How many grassroots music venues are in Hereford?

GigXchange lists 23 grassroots music venues in Hereford, 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 Hereford venues provide full backline?

0 of 23 Hereford venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 3 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 Hereford's grassroots venues?

Of the 7 Hereford venues with known capacity: 2 are small (under 150), 4 are medium (150–499), and 1 are large (500+). The majority of Hereford’s grassroots scene is mid-size standing rooms.

How do I book a gig at a Hereford venue?

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

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

The most commonly booked genres across Hereford’s 23 grassroots venues are acoustic, folk, rock, pop, 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 Hereford venues?

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