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Grassroots Venues in Newcastle

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in Newcastle?

GigXchange lists 59 grassroots music venues in Newcastle, 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 Newcastle venues provide full backline?

1 of 59 Newcastle venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 30 provide at least a PA system. 5 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

59 grassroots music venues across Newcastle. Capacity, backline, genres, booking info. Updated weekly.

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Capacity, backline and booking info for every Newcastle venue

59 venues, from back rooms to big stages
30 provide a PA in-house
1 offer full backline
5 include a sound engineer
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Last updated: 29 September 2026

59 Venues in Newcastle

grassroots venues hosting live music in Newcastle

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

Newcastle has 59 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange. 30 provide a PA system, 1 offer full backline, and 5 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.

59 Venues 30 With PA 1 Full Backline 5 In-House Engineer Updated 29 Sept 2026

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Newcastle Venue Scene in Numbers

Live statistics from 59 grassroots venues across Newcastle. Updated daily.

Total Venues

Across Newcastle

51%

PA Provided

30 venues provide a PA system

Full Backline

1 venues offer full backline

In-House Engineer

5 venues include an engineer

Capacity Breakdown

Small

25%

Medium

54%

Large

21%

Equipment Provision

BYO

49%

PA Only

49%

Full BL

How many grassroots music venues are in Newcastle? GigXchange lists 59 grassroots music venues across Newcastle. 51% provide a PA system and 2% offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA).

Do Newcastle venues provide equipment? 5 venues include an in-house sound engineer. The majority of Newcastle venues are medium (150–500). Data from GigXchange’s verified Newcastle venue directory, updated daily.

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Mosaic Tap

Newcastle › Newcastle upon Tyne★★★★★ (—)

Newcastle tap bar with live music.

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PA system
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Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
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Opening times7 of 7

Mon13:00–22:00
Tue13:00–22:00
Wed13:00–23:00
Thu13:00–23:00
Fri13:00–23:00
Sat13:00–23:00
Sun13:00–22:00

Newcastle › Newcastle upon Tyne city centre★★★★★ (—)

Top-140 university with student gig venues.

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Newcastle University Students Union

Newcastle › Newcastle upon Tyne city centre★★★★★ (—)

NUSU venue for indie and soul touring acts.

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Opening times7 of 7

Mon08:30–16:30
Tue08:30–16:30
Wed08:30–16:30
Thu08:30–16:30
Fri08:30–16:30
SatClosed
SunClosed

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North Terrace

Newcastle › Newcastle upon Tyne NE2★★★★★ (—)

Newcastle bar with live entertainment.

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Northumbria Students Union

Newcastle › Newcastle city centre★★★★★ (—)

University union with Latin and world music.

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Mon08:30–18:00
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Wed08:30–18:00
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Fri08:30–18:00
SatClosed
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Newcastle › Newcastle city centre★★★★★ (—)

Newcastle's flagship academy-scale music venue

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Newcastle › Newcastle upon Tyne★★★★★ (—)

Craft beer and cocktails with live music.

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Mon12:00–23:00
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Fri11:00–02:00
Sat11:00–02:00
Sun12:00–23:00

Newcastle › Newcastle upon Tyne★★★★★ (—)

Newcastle live music venue and bar — soul, funk and jazz in the Pilgrim Quarter.

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Mon20:00–23:30
TueClosed
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ThuClosed
Fri19:30–01:00
Sat13:00–01:30
Sun16:00–22:00

Playhouse Whitley Bay

Whitley Bay › Seafront★★★★★ (—)

Mid-size rock and live music venue in Whitley Bay

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Mon10:00–16:00
Tue10:00–16:00
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Fri10:00–16:00
Sat10:30–14:30
SunClosed

Hexham › Town Centre★★★★★ (—)

Mid-size folk and live music venue in Hexham

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Mon10:00–16:00
Tue10:00–16:00
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Thu10:00–16:00
Fri10:00–16:00
Sat10:00–16:00
SunClosed

Newcastle › Pilgrim St★★★★★ (—)

Newcastle's Pilgrim Street container-style hub with an outdoor stage and free live music seven days a week.

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Mon10:00–00:00
Tue10:00–00:00
Wed10:00–00:00
Thu10:00–00:00
Fri10:00–01:00
Sat10:00–01:00
Sun10:00–00:00

Hadrian Border Brewery bar since 1994.

Backline1 of 7

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Mon14:00–22:00
Tue14:00–22:00
Wed12:00–23:00
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Fri12:00–23:00
Sat12:00–23:00
Sun12:00–22:00

Newcastle › Ouseburn★★★★★ (—)

Newcastle's Monday-night free open mic at 36 Lime Street, NE1 2PQ — Ouseburn institution, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.

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MonClosed
Tue12:00–23:00
Wed12:00–23:00
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Fri12:00–00:00
Sat12:00–00:00
Sun12:00–23:00

Newcastle › Ouseburn★★★★★ (—)

Ouseburn Valley pub and grassroots venue for folk, live music, comedy and theatre.

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Mon12:00–23:00
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Wed12:00–23:00
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Sat12:00–23:00
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North Shields★★★★★ (—)

North Shields heritage events and wedding venue.

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Mon07:00–19:00
Tue07:00–19:00
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Thu07:00–23:00
Fri07:00–23:00
Sat07:00–23:00
Sun07:00–20:00

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Mon09:00–17:00
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Hexham › Town Centre★★★★★ (—)

Folk and live music venue in Hexham

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PA system
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Keys / keyboard
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Mon17:00–22:00
Tue14:00–22:00
Wed14:00–22:00
Thu17:00–22:00
Fri17:00–22:00
Sat13:00–22:00
Sun13:00–22:00

The Gate Newgate Street Newcastle Upon Tyne NE1 5TG

Newcastle › Newgate Street (Grainger Town)★★★★★ (—)

Newcastle leisure complex with tribute shows.

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Mon09:00–03:00
Tue09:00–03:00
Wed09:00–02:00
Thu09:00–02:00
Fri09:00–03:00
Sat09:00–03:00
Sun09:00–02:00

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The Glasshouse International Centre for Music

Gateshead › Gateshead Quays★★★★★ (—)

Gateshead concert hall for rock, pop, classical.

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MonClosed
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Thu18:30–23:30
Fri17:30–01:30
Sat14:45–17:00
SunClosed

Newcastle › Newcastle upon Tyne★★★★★ (—)

Community-owned, award-winning multi-genre music venue.

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Newcastle › Byker / Ouseburn★★★★★ (—)

Newcastle bar with indie and folk events.

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Opening times7 of 7

MonClosed
TueClosed
Wed15:00–23:00
Thu15:00–23:00
Fri12:00–00:00
Sat12:00–00:00
Sun12:00–22:00

Newcastle › City Centre★★★★★ (—)

Newcastle's Wednesday-night free open mic at 32 Neville Street, NE1 5DF — central pub, PA + guitar amp, 12-minute slots.

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2 vocal mics
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Opening times7 of 7

MonClosed
TueClosed
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Thu17:00–02:00
Fri15:00–03:00
Sat12:00–03:00
Sun17:00–02:00

Newcastle › Newcastle city centre★★★★★ (—)

Non-profit DIY music venue and bar on Blandford Street

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Newcastle › The Gate, Newgate Street★★★★★ (—)

North East's new home for live and metal.

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Newcastle Venue FAQs

How many grassroots music venues are in Newcastle?

GigXchange lists 59 grassroots music venues in Newcastle, 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 Newcastle venues provide full backline?

1 of 59 Newcastle venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 30 provide at least a PA system. 5 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

What size are Newcastle's grassroots venues?

Of the 28 Newcastle venues with known capacity: 7 are small (under 150), 15 are medium (150–499), and 6 are large (500+). The majority of Newcastle’s grassroots scene is mid-size standing rooms.

How do I book a gig at a Newcastle venue?

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

Yes. GigXchange also runs the UK Open Mic Finder for Newcastle, 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 Newcastle venues this month?

The What’s On in Newcastle page lists every gig we hold across these 59 venues over the next four weeks — dates, times, entry and ticket links, refreshed daily. For everything beyond that window, browse the Newcastle gig directory.

What genres do Newcastle venues book?

The most commonly booked genres across Newcastle’s 59 grassroots venues are rock, folk, acoustic, pop, Rock. Many venues accept both original music and covers. Browse artist profiles by genre to find acts for your venue.

What are typical fees at Newcastle venues?

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

Yes. Submissions are free, take 2 minutes, and are verified within 48 hours. Once approved, claim your listing to self-edit your profile and manage bookings. Venues with a PRS licence can also list their music policy.

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