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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106With PA

27Full Backline

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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Clwb Crown

Merthyr TydfilBe first to review

Modern music and arts venue in Merthyr Tydfil.

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Coatham Memorial Hall Redcar

Redcar › 7 Coatham RdBe first to review

Redcar heritage hall with rock and classic rock.

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Cocos Stanmore

StanmoreBe first to review

Stanmore venue with garage and club nights.

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Coddy's Farm, Holmfirth

Holmfirth › Holme Valley SouthBe first to review

Yorkshire farm venue for country and Americana.

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Colour Factory

LondonBe first to review

Hackney Wick events space for pop and DJs.

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Colours Hoxton

LondonBe first to review

Hoxton karaoke bar with live music and hire.

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Connexin Live

HullBe first to review

Hull arena for major rock and alternative tours.

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Conway Hall

LondonBe first to review

Ethical society hall hosting music and events.

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Coppenhall Social Club

Crewe › Crewe EastBe first to review

Social club with live tribute entertainment.

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Coquetdale Music Centre

Morpeth › Thropton United Reformed ChurchBe first to review

PA Engineer

Community music trust: concerts, rehearsal, studio.

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1,200

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Corn Exchange Kings Lynn

King's LynnBe first to review

1,500-cap concert venue for rock and pop tours.

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Cornbury Park

Chipping Norton › Rangers Lodge CottagesBe first to review

Oxfordshire Cotswolds estate for festivals.

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Cottingham Civic Hall

Cottingham › Market GreenBe first to review

Volunteer-run hall with pop and tributes.

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Cougar Park

LondonBe first to review

Park venue with rock, pop and reggae events.

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Coundon WMC

Bishop Auckland › CoundonBe first to review

Working men's club with soul entertainment.

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Craft Beer Co.

London › LimehouseBe first to review

Limehouse's thursday-night free open mic at **Craft Beer Co.** — PA + vocal mic, walk-in sign-up from 7:30pm, 10-min

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120

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Craigmore Bowling Club

Isle of Bute › RothesayBe first to review

Bowling club with pop and folk entertainment.

Anstruther › CrailBe first to review

Community hall with chart pop events.

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Crosland Heath Golf Club

Huddersfield › Crosland Moor and NethertonBe first to review

Golf club with function room events.

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Crown Joules Codsall

Wolverhampton › CodsallBe first to review

Country music bar in Codsall.

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Crystal Palace Bowl

LondonBe first to review

Iconic South London outdoor amphitheatre.

CuparBe first to review

1,500-cap venue for rock, blues and soul.

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Dalkeith Miners Club

DalkeithBe first to review

Miners welfare club with social events.

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Daresbury

Warrington › DaresburyBe first to review

Pop venue in Daresbury.

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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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