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About The Tooth & Claw
The Tooth & Claw is a grassroots music venue in Academy Street, Inverness with a standing capacity of approximately 75. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.
The Tooth & Claw books Alternative, Folk, Indie, Metal, Punk, Rock, Tribute acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Inverness venue directory.
The Tooth & Claw is the Highlands' only dedicated rock bar and alternative music venue, tucked away on Baron Taylor's Street in the heart of Inverness city centre (IV1 1QG). With a rustic interior of wooden beams and cosy seating, it has built a loyal following as a grassroots cultural hub — local bands rehearse upstairs and the upstairs gig room hosts energetic rock, metal, punk and tribute shows that regularly sell out. Signed and unsigned acts play most Friday and Saturday nights to a room of around 75–100. It's also known as a genuinely inclusive, LGBTQ+ friendly space. Contact 01463 243000 / info@thetoothandclaw.co.uk.
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50 Baron Taylor Street, Academy Street, Inverness, IV1 1QG
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The Tooth & Claw books Alternative, Folk, Indie, Metal, Punk, Rock, Tribute. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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The Tooth & Claw has a standing capacity of approximately 75, classed as a small venue. See all Inverness venues for size comparisons.
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50 Baron Taylor Street, Academy Street, Inverness, IV1 1QG. See the map below for directions. Browse more Inverness venues nearby.
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