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 Prince of Wales

London › BrixtonBe first to review

PA Backline Engineer

Brixton's Thursday-night free open mic at 467-469 Brixton Road, SW9 8HH — multi-floor music venue, full backline, in

London › TootingBe first to review

PA Backline Engineer

Tooting's Monday-night free open mic at 202 Upper Tooting Road, SW17 7EX — neighbourhood music pub, full backline, i

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The Red Dyserth

London › DyserthBe first to review

Pop and acoustic venue.

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The Red Lion

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Westminster Fuller's pub with live music.

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The River House

London › FromeBe first to review

Vauxhall Thames-side pub with funk events.

London › WalthamstowBe first to review

PA Backline Engineer

Walthamstow's Wednesday-night free open mic at 53-55 Hoe Street, E17 4SA — community-owned pub, full backline, in-ho

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The Royal George

London › SohoBe first to review

London pub with live entertainment.

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The Royal Hospital Chelsea

London › ChelseaBe first to review

Chelsea grounds for outdoor rock and pop.

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The Social And The Loft

London › St Mary's, SouthamptonBe first to review

Little Portland Street with tribute events.

London › Southampton, Cultural QuarterBe first to review

Friendly backstreet rock pub and kitchen.

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The Stags Head

London › HoxtonBe first to review

Pub with live entertainment.

London › GuildfordBe first to review

Indie, folk and Americana pub venue.

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The Star Sidcup

Sidcup › Sidcup PlaceBe first to review

Sidcup pub with country nights.

London › City of LondonBe first to review

Underground London club and events venue.

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The Stockyard

London › Melton MowbrayBe first to review

DJ, house and comedy venue.

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The Sugarhouse

London › LancasterBe first to review

Lancaster's biggest student nightclub and live music venue

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The Terrace

London › London NW6Be first to review

London › FalkirkBe first to review

Falkirk venue with live events.

London › KenningtonBe first to review

Kennington's Monday-night free folk open mic at 67-69 Kennington Road, SE1 7PZ — historic pub (Charlie Chaplin was a

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The Tivoli Nightclub

London › Buckley, FlintshireBe first to review

The home of live music in North Wales

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The Top Bar @ The Queens Head

London › BelperBe first to review

Acton Street pub top bar with events.

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The Trinity

London › TootingBe first to review

Tooting's Thursday-night free open mic at 147 Mitcham Road, SW17 9PE — neighbourhood pub, PA + guitar amp, 12-minute

London › Earl's CourtBe first to review

Historic Earl's Court music venue, café and club — live music seven days a week since 1954

London › AberdeenBe first to review

Aberdeen's live music venue in a pair of Victorian railway tunnels

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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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