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%

Full BL

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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St. Veronica's Hall

Rossendale › HelmshoreBe first to review

Hall with soul and Motown entertainment.

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STACK Lincoln

LincolnBe first to review

Container leisure hub with pop and tributes.

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Stanford Hall

LutterworthBe first to review

Country estate for rock, pop, folk and country.

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Stockport Town Hall

StockportBe first to review

Stockport civic venue with events.

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Stourbridge Town Hall

Stourbridge › Crown LnBe first to review

Town hall with live entertainment.

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Stourport Civic Centre

Stourport-on-SevernBe first to review

Civic centre with tribute entertainment.

Strathaven › Avondale and StonehouseBe first to review

Arts and heritage centre with singer-songwriters.

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Strawberry Fields

London › Kensington Park RdBe first to review

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3,000-cap superclub with terrace.

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Sutton United Football Club

Sutton › Sutton ReddicapBe first to review

Football club with tribute entertainment.

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499

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Tabernacle, Notting Hill

LondonBe first to review

Notting Hill arts venue with pop and songwriters.

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Talking Tides Brew Co

LongbeckBe first to review

Craft brewery with tribute entertainment.

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250

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Tattershall Lakes Country Park Lincolnshire

Lincoln › Coningsby & MarehamBe first to review

Holiday park with tribute entertainment.

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500

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Temple Island Meadows

Henley-on-Thames › Remenham LnBe first to review

Henley meadows for outdoor rock and pop.

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Temple of Art & Music (TAM)

London › 42 Newington CausewayBe first to review

Arts and music community venue.

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Temple Pier

London › St James'sBe first to review

Thames pier with DJ events.

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Ten Green Bottles

Leigh-on-Sea › Brighton and HoveBe first to review

Brighton wine and cocktail bar.

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Thames Boat Cruises At Temple Pier

London › St James'sBe first to review

Thames cruise with ska and live entertainment.

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The Juggernaut Brew Co'

London › Borough MarketBe first to review

Craft brewery with DJ events.

SouthamptonBe first to review

500-cap Southampton live music venue.

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The Albany

London › Inverclyde NorthBe 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

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The Art School (The Vic Bar)

GlasgowBe first to review

Not-so-traditional bar and nightclub.

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The Artisan Tap

London › Basford & HartshillBe first to review

Live music venue.

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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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