Exeter · 48 venues · 22 with a PA

Grassroots Venues in Exeter

Every grassroots room in Exeter - capacity, backline, who books it.

By size: 10 small (under 150), 9 mid-size (150 to 499), 3 large (500+), 26 with no size listed. 41 of the 47 open rooms are verified (1 marked closed). 1 with full backline, 3 with a sound engineer.

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Updated 12 November 2026

At a glance

Exeter

Grassroots
venues

in Exeter

In detail

House PA	22 venues
Full backline	1 venue
In-house engineer	3 venues
Venue Score	63 /100

01 — Find a venue

48 rooms

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Photo: Google 12 Bar Music & SocialExeterKit not listedNo gigs listed yet

61 BarTauntonHouse PANo gigs listed yet 300Cap

Acoustic Music Club (The Memorial Hall)TauntonHouse PANo gigs listed yet 100Cap

Apple & ParrotTorquayHouse PANo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

ArtigianoExeterKit not listedNo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

Babbacombe TheatreTorquayKit not listedNo gigs listed yet 330Cap

Bideford Pannier MarketTown Centre · BidefordHouse PANo gigs listed yet 200Cap

Bomba ExeterSt David's · ExeterHouse PASat 14 Nov Exeter: A Nashville Country Music Experience Cap tbc

Coolings Gandy StreetExeterHouse PANo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

Court Farm InnNewton AbbotKit not listedNo gigs listed yet 50Cap

02 — The scene

Venue Score

Out of
100

Solid — healthy choice, building on coverage. A dependable circuit for touring acts.

How it adds up (0-100)

Choice	100
Coverage	100
Backline	2
PA	46
Engineer	6
Genres	100

03 — Rooms + kit

Live data

What Exeter has

By size

Small under 150	10 45%
Medium 150-499	9 41%
Large 500+	3 14%
Size not listed	26

Rooms with no size listed show under every size in 01.

Kit

Bring your own	26 54%
PA only	21 44%
Full backline	1 2%

This month

Added	1
Removed	0
Verified	1
Re-verified	4

04 — More of Exeter

Beyond the rooms

Gigs, mics + hire

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Private hire

6 Exeter venues say on their own websites that they take private hire - parties, weddings and work events. Each card opens the venue’s rooms, capacities and how to enquire.

Babbacombe TheatreUp to 600 seated

Exeter Corn ExchangeUp to 500 standing

Exeter PhoenixUp to 450 standing

Bideford Pannier MarketPrivate hire

Bomba ExeterPrivate hire

Babbacombe TheatreUp to 600 seated

Exeter Corn ExchangeUp to 500 standing

Exeter PhoenixUp to 450 standing

Bideford Pannier MarketPrivate hire

Bomba ExeterPrivate hire

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Exeter Venues

Grassroots Venues in Exeter

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in Exeter?

GigXchange lists 48 grassroots music venues in Exeter, 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 Exeter venues provide full backline?

1 of 48 Exeter venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 22 provide at least a PA system. 3 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

Q: Which Exeter venues can you hire for a private event?

6 Exeter venues state on their own websites that they take private hire for parties, weddings and work events, among them Babbacombe Theatre (up to 600 seated), Exeter Corn Exchange (up to 500 standing) and Exeter Phoenix (up to 450 standing). Each venue page has a Private hire tab with its rooms, capacities and a link to enquire with the venue directly. Use the Private hire filter above to list them all.

Q: What size are Exeter's grassroots venues?

Of the 22 Exeter venues with known capacity: 10 are small (under 150), 9 are medium (150–499), and 3 are large (500+). The majority of Exeter’s grassroots scene is intimate, small-room spaces.

Q: How do I book a gig at a Exeter venue?

Sign up free on GigXchange to view booking contacts, fee ranges, and submission processes for every Exeter venue. Most grassroots venues accept email submissions with a link to your music, EPK, or social profiles. Check current UK fee benchmarks before quoting.

Q: Are there open mics in Exeter?

Yes. GigXchange also runs the UK Open Mic Finder for Exeter, 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.

Q: What's on at Exeter venues this month?

The What’s On in Exeter page lists every gig we hold across these 48 venues over the next four weeks — dates, times, entry and ticket links, refreshed daily. For everything beyond that window, browse the Exeter gig directory.

Q: What genres do Exeter venues book?

The most commonly booked genres across Exeter’s 48 grassroots venues are acoustic, folk, rock, indie, jazz. Many venues accept both original music and covers. Browse artist profiles by genre to find acts for your venue.

Q: What are typical fees at Exeter venues?

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

Q: Can I list my Exeter venue for free?

Yes. Listing is free. If your venue is already in the directory, open its page and press Claim this venue (or create a free venue account) to self-edit your profile and manage bookings; if it is missing, email support@gigxchange.app and we will take a look. Venues with TheMusicLicence from PPL PRS can also list their music policy.

48 grassroots music venues across Exeter. Capacity, backline, genres, booking info. Re-verified on a rolling cycle.

63/ 100

Exeter Venue Score

SolidHealthy choice, building on coverage. A dependable circuit for touring acts.

Choice100

Coverage100

Backline2

PA46

Engineer6

Genres100

Capacity, backline and booking info for every Exeter venue

48 venues, from back rooms to big stages
22 provide a PA in-house
1 offers full backline
3 include a sound engineer
Booking contact for signed-up artists
Re-verified on a rolling cycle

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Last updated: 12 November 2026

48 Venues in Exeter

Exeter has 48 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange, from a 50-capacity room to 1,000. Listings show the capacity, backline and PA where we hold them, plus opening times, so artists, agents and bookers can shortlist the right room before getting in touch.

Of the 48 Exeter venues, 22 provide a PA system, 1 offers full backline and 3 include an in-house sound engineer. See what these rooms have on over the next four weeks. Sign up free to view booking contacts and fee ranges.

grassroots venues hosting live music in Exeter

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

48
Venues: 22
With PA: 1
Full backline: 3
In-house engineer: 12 Nov
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Search all 48 Exeter music venues by area, capacity, backline, PA, sound engineer or private hire. Every card shows the room size, what is on stage and the opening times we hold, and opens the venue’s own page with its booking information.

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12 Bar Music & Social

Exeter★★★★★ (—)

Independent record shop, coffee bar and live music venue on Paris StreetNo gigs listed yet

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Opening times7 of 7

Mon08:30–17:30
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Sun10:30–16:30

High Street bar with comedy and live music.No gigs listed yet

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Acoustic Music Club (The Memorial Hall)

Taunton★★★★★ (—)

Taunton's independent arts centre and acoustic music clubNo gigs listed yet

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The home of live music in Torbay since 2010.No gigs listed yet

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High Street cafe by day, wine bar by night, with live jazz on MondaysNo gigs listed yet

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Seaside variety theatre on Babbacombe Downs.No gigs listed yet

Private hire up to 600 seated

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Bideford Pannier Market

Bideford › Town Centre★★★★★ (—)

Folk and live music venue in BidefordNo gigs listed yet

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Exeter › St David's★★★★★ (—)

Exeter's Quay music club with a Funktion-One sound system.Sat 14 Nov Exeter: A Nashville Country Music Experience

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Coolings Gandy Street

Exeter★★★★★ (—)

Cocktail bar and restaurant on Gandy Street.No gigs listed yet

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Newton Abbot★★★★★ (—)

Village gastropub in Abbotskerswell, near Newton Abbot, with a small live-music room - the member gives its capacity as around 50.No gigs listed yet

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Creative Innovation Centre

Taunton › Paul St★★★★★ (—)

Not-for-profit Taunton arts centre with live music, comedy and more.No gigs listed yet

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Exeter › Exeter City Centre★★★★★ (—)

Council-run 500-capacity city-centre hall for touring bands, tributes and comedyThu 11 Feb Michael Starring Ben

Private hire up to 500 standing

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Independent arts centre on Gandy Street.Fri 13 Nov Republica

Private hire up to 450 standing

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Forde Hall Social Club

Newton Abbot★★★★★ (—)

Friendly Newton Abbot members' club with free live bands and a refurbished function roomSat 27 Mar Be Here Now - The Oasis Tribute, Forde Hall Social Club

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Exeter bar supporting live music.No gigs listed yet

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Exeter › City Centre★★★★★ (—)

City-centre cafe lounge bar with live music every Friday nightNo gigs listed yet

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Queen Street sports bar with free live music from local artists every FridayNo gigs listed yet

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Moretonhampstead Assembly Rooms

Newton Abbot › Town Centre★★★★★ (—)

Folk venue in MoretonhampsteadNo gigs listed yet

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Exeter › Whimple★★★★★ (—)

Local pub with a warm welcome and live music.No gigs listed yet

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Newton Abbot Alexandra Theatre

Newton Abbot › Town Centre★★★★★ (—)

Rock and live music venue in Newton AbbotNo gigs listed yet

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Exeter's live music institution — packed gigs in a former Victorian fire station.No gigs listed yet

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Historic Exeter pub by the Cathedral with open mic and live entertainment Wed/Fri/Sat.No gigs listed yet

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Dawlish venue for rock, indie and tributes.No gigs listed yet

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A grassroots music venue in Exeter.No gigs listed yet

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Venues You Can Hire in Exeter

6 Exeter venues say on their own websites that they take private hire - parties, weddings and work events. Each card opens the venue’s rooms, capacities and how to enquire.

Exeter Venue Scene in Numbers

Exeter’s 48 grassroots venues in one picture: how big the rooms are, what kit is on stage and how many take private hire. Use it to judge whether to bring your own backline and which size of room suits your draw before you start booking.

Grassroots venues · Exeter

From the
GigXchange venue directory

Room sizeof the 22 with a known capacity

10Small · under 150

9Medium · 150–499

3Large · 500+

What's on stageall 48 venues

1Full backline

21PA only

26Bring your own gear

22provide a PA

3have an in-house engineer

6take private hire

Acoustic · Folkmost-booked genres

How many grassroots music venues are in Exeter? GigXchange lists 48 grassroots music venues across Exeter. 46% provide a PA system and 2% offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA).

Do Exeter venues provide equipment? 3 venues include an in-house sound engineer. The majority of Exeter venues are small (<150 capacity). Data from GigXchange’s verified Exeter venue directory.

Exeter Venue FAQs

10 answers about grassroots venues in Exeter, from how many there are and how big the rooms are to the kit they provide, booking a gig and listing your venue free - each answered from the venues listed here.

How many grassroots music venues are in Exeter?

GigXchange lists 48 grassroots music venues in Exeter, 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 Exeter venues provide full backline?

1 of 48 Exeter venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 22 provide at least a PA system. 3 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

Which Exeter venues can you hire for a private event?

6 Exeter venues state on their own websites that they take private hire for parties, weddings and work events, among them Babbacombe Theatre (up to 600 seated), Exeter Corn Exchange (up to 500 standing) and Exeter Phoenix (up to 450 standing). Each venue page has a Private hire tab with its rooms, capacities and a link to enquire with the venue directly. Use the Private hire filter above to list them all.

What size are Exeter's grassroots venues?

Of the 22 Exeter venues with known capacity: 10 are small (under 150), 9 are medium (150–499), and 3 are large (500+). The majority of Exeter’s grassroots scene is intimate, small-room spaces.

How do I book a gig at a Exeter venue?

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

Yes. GigXchange also runs the UK Open Mic Finder for Exeter, 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's on at Exeter venues this month?

The What’s On in Exeter page lists every gig we hold across these 48 venues over the next four weeks — dates, times, entry and ticket links, refreshed daily. For everything beyond that window, browse the Exeter gig directory.

What genres do Exeter venues book?

The most commonly booked genres across Exeter’s 48 grassroots venues are acoustic, folk, rock, indie, jazz. Many venues accept both original music and covers. Browse artist profiles by genre to find acts for your venue.

What are typical fees at Exeter venues?

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

Yes. Listing is free. If your venue is already in the directory, open its page and press Claim this venue (or create a free venue account) to self-edit your profile and manage bookings; if it is missing, email support@gigxchange.app and we will take a look. Venues with TheMusicLicence from PPL PRS can also list their music policy.

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The rooms. Of the 22 rooms with a listed capacity, the middle one holds about 150 and 10 hold under 150; the largest listed is The Foundry Torquay at 1,000.

What they book. Acoustic, folk and rock come up most often in what Exeter venues say they book, out of 40 genres listed. If your act fits, pitch best with a recent clip and a clear fee. 5 of these listings were added or re-checked over the last month.

Next steps. To see which of these rooms are booking now, use the Exeter gig directory; new acts get stage time at the Exeter open mics, and the GX Index sets out the going rates. Venues nearby: Plymouth, Bristol and Cardiff. Need an act for one? See live music for pubs, clubs and hotels.

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Venue guides for every UK city we cover, each with the same filters and capacity data, biggest scenes first. Useful when you are planning a run of dates or looking for a room beyond Exeter.

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