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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The Bulls Head

London › BarnesBe first to review

Barnes pub with jazz and world music.

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The Bungalow Bar

London › PaisleyBe first to review

Comedy and spoken word cafe bar.

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The Button Warehouse Button Entertainment Ltd

London › MacclesfieldBe first to review

Warehouse entertainment venue.

London › CamdenBe first to review

Multi-purpose Camden events venue.

London › Chalk FarmBe first to review

Historic Camden pub with pop live music.

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The Carlisle

London › HastingsBe first to review

Kensington serviced apartments and events.

London › StratfordBe first to review

The Birthplace of Iron Maiden — East London's rock pub with a basement live room

London › Canning TownBe first to review

Canning Town's community-minded warehouse club — getting away with it since 2018

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The Cavendish Arms

London › StockwellBe first to review

Stockwell's Thursday-night free open mic at 128 Hartington Road, SW8 2HJ — comedy + music pub, PA + guitar amp, 10-m

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The College Arms Bar

London › CranfieldBe first to review

Intimate Cranfield pub hosting monthly folk, roots & acoustic gigs

London › PrestonBe first to review

Preston's riverside indie-culture pub with The Boatyard live venue

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The Crazy Coqs

London › Soho / West EndBe first to review

Soho cabaret, live music and comedy venue.

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The Deco

London › SouthseaBe first to review

Art deco bar and restaurant.

London › Tufnell ParkBe first to review

Independent North London live music venue in Tufnell Park, 600-cap upstairs room

London › Tufnell ParkBe first to review

Independent North London live music venue in Tufnell Park (The Dome / Downstairs at the Dome)

London › LincolnBe first to review

Lincoln's versatile arts and live music venue, the historic 1890 Drill Hall

London › Camden TownBe first to review

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Camden's Monday-night free open mic at 94 Parkway, NW1 7AN — full backline, in-house sound engineer, walk-in sign-up

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The Eagle Inn

London › Salford (Greengate)Be first to review

Salford's award-winning 80-cap grassroots music venue in a converted Victorian terrace

London › BrixtonBe first to review

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Ex-Conservative-Club turned Brixton nightlife venue with free monthly live-instrument open mic.

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The Exchange

London › Sturminster NewtonBe first to review

Motown and tribute events venue.

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The Factory Bar And Grill

London › Gillingham, KentBe first to review

Bar and grill with country entertainment.

London › GatesheadBe first to review

The Fiddler's Elbow - Music Venue

London › Chalk FarmBe first to review

Camden pub with live music every night.

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The Finsbury

London › Manor House / Finsbury ParkBe first to review

Live music pub.

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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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