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Blacksmiths Lounge

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Blacksmiths Lounge books Acoustic, Jazz, Soul, Mixed. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

Award-winning cocktail bar on Sadler Gate with weekend live music

Venue at a glance Blacksmiths Lounge · Derby

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standinggrassroots

2 nights

Live music

Fri · Satper week

16:00

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doorsnightly

Backline

PA + micsgear

Acoustic

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originals+3 more

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Award-winning cocktail bar on Sadler Gate with weekend live music

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Capacity–

Live nightsFri, Sat

Curfew–

Sound limiter–

Outdoor stageNo

OriginalsYes

Websiteblacksmithslounge.co.uk

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Blacksmiths Lounge 19-20 Sadler Gate
Derby
Derby DE1 3NH

Genres

Acoustic

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Soul

Mixed

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About Blacksmiths Lounge

Blacksmiths Lounge is a grassroots music venue in Derby, Derby. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.

Blacksmiths Lounge books Acoustic, Jazz, Soul, Mixed acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Derby venue directory.

Blacksmiths ‌‌‍Lounge is an award-winning cocktail bar and live-music venue at 19-20 Sadler Gate in Derby's Cathedral Quarter (DE1 3NH). The interior pairs exposed brick and wood floors with ambient lighting, sofas and rustic furniture. It runs live music right across the weekend — Friday from 9pm, Saturday from 4pm and Sunday from 4pm — alongside regular 'Live at the Lounge' acoustic evenings. The drinks list spans freshly made cocktails, world wines, bottled and draught world beers and local real ales, with an antipasto and charcuterie board menu. A reliable PA supports both original acts and covers, making it a popular intimate stage for grassroots performers in the city.

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19-20 Sadler Gate, Derby, Derby, DE1 3NH

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What equipment does Blacksmiths Lounge provide?

PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter Derby venues by backline.

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Blacksmiths Lounge books Acoustic, Jazz, Soul, Mixed. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

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Where is Blacksmiths Lounge?

19-20 Sadler Gate, Derby, Derby, DE1 3NH. See the map below for directions. Browse more Derby venues nearby.

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