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 Fire Station

London › SunderlandBe first to review

Waterloo pub with Celtic and world music.

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The Flowerpot

London › WalthamstowBe first to review

Rock and folk pub venue.

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200

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The Forum Music Centre

London › DarlingtonBe first to review

O2 Forum Kentish Town live venue.

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150

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The Foundry Collective

London › North ActonBe first to review

North Acton creative collective.

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The Fox

London › ShoreditchBe first to review

Three-floor East End corner pub in Shoreditch — world beers, London gins, a roof terrace, resident Friday DJ and a priva

London › LewishamBe first to review

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Lewisham's home of live underground music — reggae, swing, open mic and DJs across the week at 316 Lewisham High Str

London › Highbury & IslingtonBe first to review

Highbury & Islington, 600-cap rock venue.

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The Garrison.

London › Hanson Street, BarnsleyBe first to review

Bermondsey pub with tribute entertainment.

London › StepneyBe first to review

PA Backline Engineer

Stepney's Tuesday-night free open mic at 373 Commercial Road, E1 0LA — Grade II listed venue, full backline, in-hous

London › Gillespie RdBe first to review

Islington ecology centre with events.

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The Gladstone Arms

London › Lant StBe first to review

Intimate SE1 folk-and-blues pub with craft beer and Indian food.

London › Highbury Corner, IslingtonBe first to review

London › Kentish TownBe first to review

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Kentish Town's Tuesday-night free open mic at 20 Prince of Wales Road, NW5 3LG — gastropub with stage, full backline

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The Greenwich Tavern

London › GreenwichBe first to review

Greenwich's Thursday-night free open mic at 1 King William Walk, SE10 9HU — historic pub by Greenwich Park, PA + gui

London › PutneyBe first to review

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Putney's Sunday-night free open mic at 93 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 1EU — full backline including keys, in-house eng

London › Camden TownBe first to review

Camden Town's Sunday-night free acoustic open mic at 2 Castlehaven Road, NW1 8QU — Amy Winehouse's old local, PA

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The Hope

London › WindsorBe first to review

Windsor's community live-music bar, home of the Windsor Jazz Club

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The Hope And Anchor

London › IslingtonBe first to review

Historic Islington pub-rock and punk basement venue, music 7 nights a week

London › Orford, WarringtonBe first to review

Warrington social club and live-music venue on Orford Lane

London › DalstonBe first to review

The Lemon Tree, Scotland

London › AberdeenBe first to review

Aberdeen live music and comedy venue.

London › Islington / King's CrossBe first to review

Pentonville Road bar and live room.

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The Live Room

London › SaltaireBe first to review

Stoke Newington venue under Three Crowns.

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The Lost Arc

London › RhayaderBe first to review

Battersea bar with disco brunch events.

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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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