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Grassroots Venues in Nottingham

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in Nottingham?

GigXchange lists 58 grassroots music venues in Nottingham, 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 Nottingham venues provide full backline?

5 of 58 Nottingham venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 31 provide at least a PA system. 5 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

Q: What size are Nottingham's grassroots venues?

Of the 26 Nottingham venues with known capacity: 11 are small (under 150), 11 are medium (150–499), and 4 are large (500+). The majority of Nottingham’s grassroots scene is intimate, small-room spaces.

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

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

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

The What’s On in Nottingham page lists every gig we hold across these 58 venues over the next four weeks — dates, times, entry and ticket links, refreshed daily. For everything beyond that window, browse the Nottingham gig directory.

Q: What genres do Nottingham venues book?

The most commonly booked genres across Nottingham’s 58 grassroots venues are rock, Rock, alternative, Pop, indie. 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 Nottingham venues?

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

58 grassroots music venues across Nottingham. Capacity, backline, genres, booking info. Updated weekly.

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Capacity, backline and booking info for every Nottingham venue

58 venues, from back rooms to big stages
31 provide a PA in-house
5 offer full backline
5 include a sound engineer
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58 Venues in Nottingham

grassroots venues hosting live music in Nottingham

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

Nottingham has 58 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange. 31 provide a PA system, 5 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.

58 Venues 31 With PA 5 Full Backline 5 In-House Engineer Updated 14 Aug 2026

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Nottingham Venue Scene in Numbers

Live statistics from 58 grassroots venues across Nottingham. Updated daily.

Total Venues

Across Nottingham

53%

PA Provided

31 venues provide a PA system

Full Backline

5 venues offer full backline

In-House Engineer

5 venues include an engineer

Capacity Breakdown

Small

42%

Medium

42%

Large

15%

Equipment Provision

BYO

47%

PA Only

45%

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How many grassroots music venues are in Nottingham? GigXchange lists 58 grassroots music venues across Nottingham. 53% provide a PA system and 9% offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA).

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

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Mansfield › Town Centre★★★★★ (—)

Rock and live music venue in Mansfield

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Nottingham › Lowdham★★★★★ (—)

Lowdham (Nottingham)'s Sunday-evening free folk club at Main Street, NG14 7AB — village folk session, PA + guitar amp, 12-minute slots.

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Nottingham › City Centre★★★★★ (—)

Original dancehall since 1925, rock and alt.

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Nottingham › West Bridgford★★★★★ (—)

West Bridgford cocktail bar with house.

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Nottingham › City Centre★★★★★ (—)

Nottingham's Thursday-night free open mic at 27 Wollaton Street, NG1 5FA — alternative music pub, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.

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Nottingham's self-serve craft beer tap house with live music nights.

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Nottingham★★★★★ (—)

Multi-venue Nottingham rock and indie events.

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Mon08:00–18:00
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Nottingham › Wollaton★★★★★ (—)

Wollaton Hall & Deer Park — Nottingham's grand outdoor concert site, home of Splendour Festival

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Dog-friendly town-centre pub with karaoke, DJs and live music in the heart of Mansfield

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Opening times7 of 7

Mon12:00–00:00
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Ye Olde Salutation Inn

Nottingham★★★★★ (—)

Nottingham's historic rock and metal pub with regular live music.

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Nottingham Venue FAQs

How many grassroots music venues are in Nottingham?

GigXchange lists 58 grassroots music venues in Nottingham, 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 Nottingham venues provide full backline?

5 of 58 Nottingham venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 31 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 Nottingham's grassroots venues?

Of the 26 Nottingham venues with known capacity: 11 are small (under 150), 11 are medium (150–499), and 4 are large (500+). The majority of Nottingham’s grassroots scene is intimate, small-room spaces.

How do I book a gig at a Nottingham venue?

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

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

The What’s On in Nottingham page lists every gig we hold across these 58 venues over the next four weeks — dates, times, entry and ticket links, refreshed daily. For everything beyond that window, browse the Nottingham gig directory.

What genres do Nottingham venues book?

The most commonly booked genres across Nottingham’s 58 grassroots venues are rock, Rock, alternative, Pop, indie. Many venues accept both original music and covers. Browse artist profiles by genre to find acts for your venue.

What are typical fees at Nottingham venues?

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