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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Jack Solomons Club

London › SohoBe first to review

Soho cocktail bar with jazz nights.

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Jam in a Jar

London › Harringay LadderBe first to review

The heart of Harringay with live music.

London › Camden TownBe first to review

Camden jazz and soul venue, 440 standing.

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Jazz Cafe Posk

London › HammersmithBe first to review

Polish cultural centre cafe with jazz events.

London › CoventryBe first to review

Coventry's three-room independent nightclub and live-music venue.

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King & Co

London › ClaphamBe first to review

Clapham craft-beer pub with live music, DJs and monthly all-genres open mic.

London › IlkleyBe first to review

Ilkley's Victorian theatre and Winter Garden — 462-capacity concert and live-music venue.

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150

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Knowle Royal British Legion

London › KnowleBe first to review

Legion branch with soul and Motown nights.

London › CamdenBe first to review

Camden theatre reopened 2022, 1,410 cap.

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KOLA

London › SouthseaBe first to review

Thai grill and bar with rock and pop events.

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LARC

London › WhitechapelBe first to review

London › PooleBe first to review

Rock and pop live music venue.

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Live Music Bar Soho - Blues and Jazz

London › 6 Moor StBe first to review

PA Engineer

Soho blues and jazz music bar.

London › DundeeBe first to review

Electronic and techno venue.

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London › Flat Iron Square, SouthwarkBe first to review

350-capacity live music venue and bar in Flat Iron Square, Southwark (formerly Omeara)

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180

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London The Old Church (Stoke Newington)

London › Stoke Newington, HackneyBe first to review

Not-for-profit live arts venue in a candlelit Elizabethan church, Stoke Newington, London

London › Longlands, MiddlesbroughBe first to review

Middlesbrough social club and weekly live-music venue on Marton Road

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Lounge About

London › Northenden, ManchesterBe first to review

Harringay bar and cafe with events.

London › BridgendBe first to review

Live lounge with tribute entertainment.

London › Fish IslandBe first to review

Hackney Wick bar, kitchen and music venue.

London › Greenwich PeninsulaBe first to review

Multi-space event venue and film studio.

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PA Backline

Stoke Newington's premier arts and music venue — 120-cap, full backline, live music until 3am.

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Menter Rhosygilwen

London › CilgerranBe first to review

Concert hall and music venue in the West Wales countryside

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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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