London Venues — Updated 08 Jul 2026

Grassroots Venues in London

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in London?

GigXchange lists 374 grassroots music venues in London, 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 London venues provide full backline?

29 of 374 London venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 108 provide at least a PA system. 27 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

Q: What size are London's grassroots venues?

Of the 237 London venues with known capacity: 80 are small (under 150), 103 are medium (150–499), and 54 are large (500+). The majority of London’s grassroots scene is mid-size standing rooms.

374 grassroots music venues across London. Capacity, backline, genres, booking info. Updated weekly.

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374 Venues in London

374 Venues 108 With PA 29 Full Backline 27 In-House Engineer Updated 08 Jul 2026

London has 374 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange. 108 provide a PA system, 29 offer full backline, and 27 include an in-house sound engineer. Sign up free to view booking contacts and fee ranges.

374

grassroots venues hosting live music in London

108 provide a PA system · 29 offer full backline
27 have an in-house sound engineer included
Booking contact, fee range and submission process available to signed-up artists

London Venue Scene in Numbers

Live statistics from 374 grassroots venues across London. Updated daily.

374

Total Venues

Across London

29%

PA Provided

108 venues provide a PA system

Full Backline

29 venues offer full backline

In-House Engineer

27 venues include an engineer

Capacity Breakdown

Small

34%

Medium

103

43%

Large

23%

Equipment Provision

BYO

266

71%

PA Only

21%

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How many grassroots music venues are in London? GigXchange lists 374 grassroots music venues across London. 29% provide a PA system and 8% offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA).

Do London venues provide equipment? 27 venues include an in-house sound engineer. The majority of London venues are medium (150–500). Data from GigXchange’s verified London venue directory, updated daily.

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Thames Boat Cruises At Temple Pier

London › TempleBe first to review

Thames cruise with ska and live entertainment.

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The Juggernaut Brew Co'

London › Ashton-under-LyneBe first to review

Craft brewery with DJ events.

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The Albany

London › GreenockBe first to review

Deptford community arts venue.

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The Archer

London › HighgateBe first to review

Highgate's Monday-night free open mic at 1-3 Hampstead Lane, N6 4RT — neighbourhood pub, PA + guitar amp, 12-minute

London › Hartshill, Stoke-on-TrentBe first to review

London › Leamington SpaBe first to review

1,000-cap central London events space.

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The Assembly Room

London › RuthinBe first to review

Film studios with world music events.

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100

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The Back Room Of The Star Inn

London › GuildfordBe first to review

Intimate back room for live music.

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180

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The Barrel House Ballroom

Woodford Green › TotnesBe first to review

Pop, folk and singer-songwriter ballroom.

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330

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The Beaverwood Chislehurst

ChislehurstBe first to review

Chislehurst live venue with party hire.

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The Bedford

London › BalhamBe first to review

Balham's tuesday-night free open mic at **The Bedford** — PA + vocal mic, walk-in sign-up from 7pm, 15-minute slots,

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The Betsey Trotswood

London › ClerkenwellBe first to review

London › Camden TownBe first to review

PA Backline Engineer

Camden's iconic rock & metal pub on Greenland Place — lively bar downstairs, gig room upstairs, weekly rock, met

London › WarsopBe first to review

African and Caribbean cultural market.

London › Abington SquareBe first to review

Kennington pub with rock and songwriters.

London › WhitechapelBe first to review

PA Backline Engineer

Historic East End pub on Whitechapel Road with live music, open mic and a garden

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The Blind Pig

London › Sowerby BridgeBe first to review

Cocktail bar with tribute entertainment.

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The Blues Kitchen

London › ShoreditchBe first to review

PA Backline Engineer

Shoreditch's sunday-night free open mic at **The Blues Kitchen** — full backline, in-house sound engineer, walk-in s

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500

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The Blues Kitchen Brixton

London › BrixtonBe first to review

Deep South BBQ, cocktails and live blues seven nights a week in Brixton

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The Blues Kitchen Camden

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PA Backline

Camden blues bar and restaurant.

London › HighgateBe first to review

PA Backline Engineer

Independent Highgate rock 'n' roll music pub with live music, comedy and DJs

London › DoverBe first to review

Live music in Dover's restored Old Harbour Station

London › InvernessBe first to review

Inverness live-music and cocktail venue on Castle Street

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The Bugle Horn

London › CharltonBe first to review

PA Backline

Second Thursday of the month, from 8pm

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London Venue FAQs

How many grassroots music venues are in London?

GigXchange lists 374 grassroots music venues in London, 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 London venues provide full backline?

29 of 374 London venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 108 provide at least a PA system. 27 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

What size are London's grassroots venues?

Of the 237 London venues with known capacity: 80 are small (under 150), 103 are medium (150–499), and 54 are large (500+). The majority of London’s grassroots scene is mid-size standing rooms.

How do I book a gig at a London venue?

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

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

The most commonly booked genres across London’s 374 grassroots venues are Rock, rock, Pop, jazz, 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 London venues?

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