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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32In-House Engineer

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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The Music Room

London › 58 Davies StBe first to review

Metal and live events space.

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The New Continental

London › City CentreBe first to review

Country music venue.

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The Northern Powerhouse

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20,000-cap arena for major touring concerts.

London › ShoreditchBe first to review

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Shoreditch's Wednesday-night free open mic at 38 Great Eastern Street, EC2A 3ES — Vice-owned music pub, full backlin

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The Old Bridge Inn

London › Clink StBe first to review

Traditional inn with folk live music.

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The Old Justice

London › BermondseyBe first to review

Bermondsey's tuesday-night free open mic at **The Old Justice** — PA + vocal mic, walk-in sign-up from 7:30pm, 15-mi

London › Brunswick & AdelaideBe first to review

300-cap jazz venue in Spitalfields.

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The Old Market Square, Warrington

Warrington › Bewsey and WhitecrossBe first to review

Warrington market square events.

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The Old Nun's Head

London › PeckhamBe first to review

Peckham's Tuesday-night free open mic at 15 Nunhead Green, SE15 3QQ — pub with upstairs music room, PA + guitar amp

London › ChiswickBe first to review

Chiswick's Monday-night free open mic at 434 Chiswick High Road, W4 5TF — Fuller's pub, PA + guitar amp, 12-minu

London › IslingtonBe first to review

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Islington's Thursday-night free open mic at 44 Essex Road, N1 8LN — upstairs music room, full backline, in-house eng

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The Old Woollen

Pudsey › LeedsBe first to review

500-cap Leeds venue for music, comedy, theatre.

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The Orchard Hall

London › Montpelier RdBe first to review

Community hall with events.

London › Stoke NewingtonBe first to review

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Stoke Newington's Thursday-night free open mic at 6-8 Manor Road, N16 5SA — basement gig venue, full backline, in-ho

WrexhamBe first to review

Wrexham live music venue.

Peterborough › NorthBe first to review

Rock and tribute club venue.

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The Peel, Linlithgow Palace

LinlithgowBe first to review

Historic palace grounds for multi-genre events.

London › HackneyBe first to review

Hackney's Sunday-night free open mic at 90 Amhurst Road, E8 1JH — beer-focused pub, PA + guitar amp, 12-minute slots

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The Picturedrome (Northampton)

Northampton › Abington & PhippsvilleBe first to review

Northampton's family pub and restaurant.

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The Piece Hall

HalifaxBe first to review

Halifax's 18th-century hall with outdoor gigs.

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The Pigs Palace White Rocks Hastings Tn341jl

HastingsBe first to review

White Rocks arts hub with pop and DJ events.

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The Pioneer Club

St Albans › Heathlands DrBe first to review

St Albans youth centre with world music.

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The Point Events Venue

London › 50 Whitcomb St.Be first to review

Pop and house events 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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