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Forde Hall Social Club

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Forde Hall Social Club books Indie Rock, Pop. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

Friendly Newton Abbot members' club with free live bands and a refurbished function room

Venue at a glance Forde Hall Social Club · Newton Abbot

c. 70

Capacity

standingsmall

Varies

Live music

flexibleper week

–

Start time

doorsnightly

BYO

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bring owngear

Indie Rock

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originals+1 more

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Friendly Newton Abbot members' club with free live bands and a refurbished function room

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Capacityc. 70 standing

Live nightsContact venue

Curfew–

Sound limiter–

Outdoor stageNo

OriginalsYes

Websitefordehallsocialclub.co.uk

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Forde Hall Social Club Brunel Road
Newton Abbot
Newton Abbot TQ12 4AG

Genres

Indie Rock

Pop

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About Forde Hall Social Club

Forde Hall Social Club is a grassroots music venue in Newton Abbot, Newton Abbot with a standing capacity of approximately 70. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.

Forde Hall Social Club books Indie Rock, Pop acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Newton Abbot venue directory.

Forde ‌‌‍Hall (Family & Social Club) is a friendly members' club on Brunel Road, Newton Abbot, Devon (TQ12 4AG) — not London, despite the imported slug. All ages are welcome, and it regularly hosts live bands and other entertainment, with live music always free. Alongside the gigs it runs skittles, darts and pool teams, and has a large, newly refurbished function room available for hire. Open weekday evenings and through the day at weekends (Mon–Fri 18:30–23:00, Sat 12:00–00:00, Sun 12:00–22:30). Contact 01626 201350. Indie, rock and pop tribute nights also appear on Skiddle.

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Brunel Road, Newton Abbot, Newton Abbot, TQ12 4AG

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What equipment does Forde Hall Social Club provide?

BYO all equipment — PA, mics, and instruments. For venues with gear provided, see the Newton Abbot venue directory.

What genres does Forde Hall Social Club book?

Forde Hall Social Club books Indie Rock, Pop. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

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What is the capacity of Forde Hall Social Club?

Forde Hall Social Club has a standing capacity of approximately 70, classed as a small venue. See all Newton Abbot venues for size comparisons.

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Where is Forde Hall Social Club?

Brunel Road, Newton Abbot, Newton Abbot, TQ12 4AG. See the map below for directions. Browse more Newton Abbot venues nearby.

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