Scarborough Venues — Updated 08 Jul 2026

Grassroots Venues in Scarborough

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in Scarborough?

GigXchange lists 17 grassroots music venues in Scarborough, 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 Scarborough venues provide full backline?

0 of 17 Scarborough venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 3 provide at least a PA system. 1 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

17 grassroots music venues across Scarborough. Capacity, backline, genres, booking info. Updated weekly.

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17 Venues in Scarborough

17 Venues 3 With PA 0 Full Backline 1 In-House Engineer Updated 08 Jul 2026

Scarborough has 17 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange. 3 provide a PA system, 0 offer full backline, and 1 include an in-house sound engineer. Sign up free to view booking contacts and fee ranges.

grassroots venues hosting live music in Scarborough

3 provide a PA system · 0 offer full backline
1 have an in-house sound engineer included
Booking contact, fee range and submission process available to signed-up artists

Scarborough Venue Scene in Numbers

Live statistics from 17 grassroots venues across Scarborough. Updated daily.

Total Venues

Across Scarborough

18%

PA Provided

3 venues provide a PA system

Full Backline

0 venues offer full backline

In-House Engineer

1 venues include an engineer

Capacity Breakdown

Small

25%

Medium

38%

Large

38%

Equipment Provision

BYO

82%

PA Only

18%

Full BL

How many grassroots music venues are in Scarborough? GigXchange lists 17 grassroots music venues across Scarborough. 18% provide a PA system.

Do Scarborough venues provide equipment? 1 venues include an in-house sound engineer. The majority of Scarborough venues are medium (150–500). Data from GigXchange’s verified Scarborough venue directory, updated daily.

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Bridlington Spa Centre

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Bridlington's seafront Spa Theatre and Royal Hall events venue.

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Chaplins Bar

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Scarborough town-centre bar with a popular Monday open mic

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Indigo Alley

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Pickering Book Tree

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North Yorkshire bookshop with events.

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Grade II seafront entertainment complex on South Bay.

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Mid-size rock and live music venue in Scarborough

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The Cask & Keg

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Intimate indie and live music venue in Scarborough

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The Crescent Lounge

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The Fleece

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Harbour-view Whitby pub with Monday open mic and Thursday folk nights

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The Granby

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Traditional West Cliff pub with regular live music

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The Little Angel

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The Merchant

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Intimate rock and live music venue in Whitby

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The Whitby Way

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Clifftop entertainment venue overlooking the harbour.

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Whitby Pavilion (Musicport Open Mic)

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Whitby Pavilion Northern Lights Suite

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Whitby cinema and theatre with rock and pop.

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Scarborough Venue FAQs

How many grassroots music venues are in Scarborough?

GigXchange lists 17 grassroots music venues in Scarborough, 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 Scarborough venues provide full backline?

0 of 17 Scarborough venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 3 provide at least a PA system. 1 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

What size are Scarborough's grassroots venues?

Of the 8 Scarborough venues with known capacity: 2 are small (under 150), 3 are medium (150–499), and 3 are large (500+). The majority of Scarborough’s grassroots scene is mid-size standing rooms.

How do I book a gig at a Scarborough venue?

Sign up free on GigXchange to view booking contacts, fee ranges, and submission processes for every Scarborough 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 Scarborough?

Yes. GigXchange also runs the UK Open Mic Finder for Scarborough, 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 Scarborough venues book?

The most commonly booked genres across Scarborough’s 17 grassroots venues are Rock, folk, acoustic, pop, 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 Scarborough venues?

Fees vary by venue size and event type. The GigXchange Rate Calculator shows current percentiles for Scarborough 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 Scarborough 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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