London Venues — Updated 15 May 2026

Grassroots Venues in London

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in London?

GigXchange lists 751 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.

Q: Which London venues provide full backline?

27 of 751 London venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 106 provide at least a PA system. 32 include an in-house sound engineer.

Q: What size are London's grassroots venues?

Of the 249 London venues with known capacity: 105 are small (under 150), 111 are medium (150–499), and 33 are large (500+). The majority of London's grassroots scene is mid-size standing rooms.

Q: Are there open mics in London?

Yes. GigXchange also runs the UK Open Mic Finder, which lists weekly open mic nights in London and 80+ other UK cities. Open mics are the main pathway from bedroom to stage for most grassroots artists.

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

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751 Venues in London

751 Venues 106 With PA 27 Full Backline 32 In-House Engineer Updated 15 May 2026

London has 751 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange. 106 provide a PA system, 27 offer full backline, and 32 include an in-house sound engineer. Sign up free to view booking contacts and fee ranges.

751 venues hosting live music across London
106 provide a PA system · 27 offer full backline
32 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 751 grassroots venues across London. Updated daily.

751

Total Venues

Across London

14%

PA Provided

106 venues provide a PA system

Full Backline

27 venues offer full backline

In-House Engineer

32 venues include an engineer

Capacity Breakdown

Small

105

42%

Medium

111

45%

Large

13%

Equipment Provision

BYO

645

86%

PA Only

11%

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How many grassroots music venues are in London? GigXchange lists 751 grassroots music venues across London. 14% provide a PA system and 4% offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA).

Do London venues provide equipment? 32 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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New Cross Inn

LondonBe first to review

120-cap grassroots rock and punk venue.

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New Gate Arts Centre

LondonderryBe first to review

Derry arts centre for folk and Celtic music.

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New River Studios

London › Harringay Warehouse DistrictBe first to review

Arts space with rock and punk live events.

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Newark Town Hall

Newark › CastleBe first to review

Historic market town hall with live music.

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Newbridge Town Hall

Ireland › GreatconnellBe first to review

Town hall with community events.

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Newton Functions

1A › Newton-le-Willows WestBe first to review

Function venue with live entertainment.

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Next Door Records Two

LondonBe first to review

Stoke Newington record shop with live events.

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Nightrain

London › 217 PiccadillyBe first to review

Rock and pop live music venue.

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No.28

London E13 › Belper NorthBe first to review

Jazz venue at Market Place.

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No18 Coffee House Lichfield Street Tamworth B79 7QD

Tamworth › CastleBe first to review

Tamworth coffee and wine house with events.

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Norden Farm Centre For The Arts

Maidenhead › Altwood RdBe first to review

Maidenhead arts centre with live performances.

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Northern Meeting Park

InvernessBe first to review

Inverness park with outdoor rock and pop.

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Notting Hill Arts Club

London › Notting HillBe first to review

indie and live music venue in London

London › BarnsburyBe first to review

Rock and pop venue.

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Number 28, Market Place,

London › Belper NorthBe first to review

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Iconic Hackney Wick powerhouse with DJs.

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O'Neill's Wardour Street

London › GreaterBe first to review

Soho Irish pub with rock and pop live music.

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Obriens Holmfirth

HolmfirthBe first to review

Holmfirth pub with live music.

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Old Market

London E2Be first to review

Jazz venue.

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Old Royal Naval College

LondonBe first to review

Greenwich UNESCO site with DJ and events.

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Old Street Records

London › 356 Old StBe first to review

Shoreditch bar with live music and cocktails.

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Bar, restaurant and jazz event space.

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King's College London event space.

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Orchard West

DartfordBe first to review

Dartford theatre for touring rock and pop.

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London Venue FAQs

How many grassroots music venues are in London?

GigXchange lists 751 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?

27 of 751 London venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 106 provide at least a PA system. 32 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 249 London venues with known capacity: 105 are small (under 150), 111 are medium (150–499), and 33 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 751 grassroots venues are Rock, Pop, Tribute Act, DJ / Electronic, Alternative Rock. 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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