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About The Bandstand
The Bandstand is a grassroots music venue in Nairn, Nairn. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.
The Bandstand books Folk, Acoustic, Rock acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Nairn venue directory.
The Bandstand is a Victorian seafront hotel, bar and restaurant on Crescent Road in Nairn, formerly the Braeval Hotel. It has a separate bar, a large paved rear patio and step-free access, and it is one of the main live music rooms in the town. Scottish and Irish folk, light rock and local artists play there regularly, and the pub runs its own beer festivals in spring and autumn.
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Crescent Road, Nairn, Nairn, IV12 4NB
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BYO all equipment — PA, mics, and instruments. For venues with gear provided, see the Nairn venue directory.
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Crescent Road, Nairn, Nairn, IV12 4NB. See the map below for directions. Browse more Nairn venues nearby.
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