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About Old Market Assembly
Old Market Assembly is a grassroots music venue in Bristol, Bristol with a standing capacity of approximately 120. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.
Old Market Assembly books Folk, Indie, Jazz, Electronic, Cabaret acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Bristol venue directory.
The Old Market Assembly at 25 West Street has been a fixture of Bristol's Old Market since 2015 — an award-winning restaurant, bar, cafe and bakery built around a state-of-the-art stage and sound system, and home to the much-loved Wardrobe Theatre showing original fringe work. With a capacity of around 300, the room programmes live music, club nights, cabaret, interactive theatre and tasting events, with a sun-drenched roof terrace upstairs. Tickets are deliberately accessible — theatre from £6 and many bands free to watch — reflecting its aim of being welcoming, inclusive and fun. A house PA and stage are in place and both originals and covers are welcome. Phone 0117 373 8199.
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25 West St, Bristol, Bristol, BS2 0DF
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Old Market Assembly books Folk, Indie, Jazz, Electronic, Cabaret. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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Old Market Assembly has a standing capacity of approximately 120, classed as a small venue. See all Bristol venues for size comparisons.
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25 West St, Bristol, Bristol, BS2 0DF. See the map below for directions. Browse more Bristol venues nearby.
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