Liverpool Venues — Updated 08 Jul 2026

Grassroots Venues in Liverpool

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in Liverpool?

GigXchange lists 84 grassroots music venues in Liverpool, 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 Liverpool venues provide full backline?

2 of 84 Liverpool venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 34 provide at least a PA system. 8 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

84 grassroots music venues across Liverpool. Capacity, backline, genres, booking info. Updated weekly.

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84 Venues in Liverpool

84 Venues 34 With PA 2 Full Backline 8 In-House Engineer Updated 08 Jul 2026

Liverpool has 84 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange. 34 provide a PA system, 2 offer full backline, and 8 include an in-house sound engineer. Sign up free to view booking contacts and fee ranges.

grassroots venues hosting live music in Liverpool

34 provide a PA system · 2 offer full backline
8 have an in-house sound engineer included
Booking contact, fee range and submission process available to signed-up artists

Liverpool Venue Scene in Numbers

Live statistics from 84 grassroots venues across Liverpool. Updated daily.

Total Venues

Across Liverpool

40%

PA Provided

34 venues provide a PA system

Full Backline

2 venues offer full backline

10%

In-House Engineer

8 venues include an engineer

Capacity Breakdown

Small

24%

Medium

53%

Large

22%

Equipment Provision

BYO

60%

PA Only

38%

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How many grassroots music venues are in Liverpool? GigXchange lists 84 grassroots music venues across Liverpool. 40% provide a PA system and 2% offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA).

Do Liverpool venues provide equipment? 8 venues include an in-house sound engineer. The majority of Liverpool venues are medium (150–500). Data from GigXchange’s verified Liverpool venue directory, updated daily.

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PINS Social Club

Liverpool › City Centre (Duke Street)Be first to review

Liverpool city-centre social entertainment venue with live music and DJs

Bangor › Deiniol RoadBe first to review

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Mid-size indie and live music venue in Bangor

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Porter's

Bangor › City CentreBe first to review

Bangor's Thursday-night free open mic at 76 High Street, LL57 1NN — student-friendly bar, PA + guitar amp, 12-minute

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Quarry Liverpool

Liverpool › Hardman StreetBe first to review

Liverpool venue for club and live events.

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Red Dog Saloon Liverpool Restaurant

Liverpool › Bold Street, City CentreBe first to review

Austin-style BBQ smokehouse on Bold Street with live country and blues every Saturday

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Rough Trade Liverpool

Liverpool › Liverpool City CentreBe first to review

Record shop with pop live in-stores.

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Round the Corner Liverpool

Liverpool › 51 Kempston StBe first to review

Fabric District grassroots live-music and rooftop bar.

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Royal Liverpool Golf Club

Liverpool › HoylakeBe first to review

Hoylake golf club with pop concerts.

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Salt & Tar

Liverpool › BootleBe first to review

Liverpool dive bar with rock, alt and pop.

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Sefton Park

Liverpool › Sefton ParkBe first to review

Liverpool park for outdoor rock and pop events.

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Shaw Hall Holiday Park

Ormskirk › ScarisbrickBe first to review

Southport holiday park with entertainment.

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Shenanigans

LiverpoolBe first to review

Independent Liverpool Irish bar with live music Thursday to Sunday and a Thursday open mic.

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Sister Ray, Liverpool

Liverpool › Wolstenholme Square (Ropewalks)Be first to review

Liverpool bar with live music.

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The Albert

Liverpool › AigburthBe first to review

Liverpool craft beer and cocktail pub.

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The Auditorium, Liverpool

Liverpool › Kings DockBe first to review

Liverpool auditorium for touring shows.

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The Belvedere

Liverpool › Georgian QuarterBe first to review

Liverpool pub with live entertainment.

Liverpool › City CentreBe first to review

Liverpool party venue with house and soul.

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The Bombed Out Church

Liverpool › City CentreBe first to review

500-cap bombed-out church for indie and festivals.

Frodsham › HatchmereBe first to review

Hatchmere Lake pub with tribute nights.

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The Cavern Pub

LiverpoolBe first to review

Liverpool Cavern Quarter pub.

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200

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The Citadel St Helens

Saint Helens › Town CentreBe first to review

PA Engineer

Rock and live music venue in St Helens

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The Cornmarket

LiverpoolBe first to review

Historic hidden Old Ropery pub hosting a monthly folk and acoustic club.

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The Dome At Grand Central Hall

Liverpool › City CentreBe first to review

Grade II listed Liverpool concert hall, reopened 2023 with 3,500+ capacity

Liverpool › Town CentreBe first to review

PA Engineer

Folk and live music venue in Llandrindod Wells

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Liverpool Venue FAQs

How many grassroots music venues are in Liverpool?

GigXchange lists 84 grassroots music venues in Liverpool, 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 Liverpool venues provide full backline?

2 of 84 Liverpool venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 34 provide at least a PA system. 8 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

What size are Liverpool's grassroots venues?

Of the 49 Liverpool venues with known capacity: 12 are small (under 150), 26 are medium (150–499), and 11 are large (500+). The majority of Liverpool’s grassroots scene is mid-size standing rooms.

How do I book a gig at a Liverpool venue?

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

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

The most commonly booked genres across Liverpool’s 84 grassroots venues are indie, rock, Rock, Pop, electronic. Many venues accept both original music and covers. Browse artist profiles by genre to find acts for your venue.

What are typical fees at Liverpool venues?

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