Nottingham · 79 venues · 34 with a PA

Grassroots Venues in Nottingham

Every grassroots room in Nottingham - capacity, backline, who books it.

By size: 13 small (under 150), 11 mid-size (150 to 499), 4 large (500+), 51 with no size listed. 68 of the 79 open rooms are verified. 5 with full backline, 5 with a sound engineer.

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Updated 12 November 2026

At a glance

Nottingham

Grassroots
venues

in Nottingham

In detail

House PA	34 venues
Full backline	5 venues
In-house engineer	5 venues
Venue Score	63 /100

01 — Find a venue

79 rooms

Pick your room

Size

Kit

Hire

City

Sort

Photo: Google Albert HallCity Centre · NottinghamKit not listedTue 8 Dec Spiritualized

Barley TwistNottinghamKit not listedNo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

Billy Bootleggers BarCastle · NottinghamKit not listedFri 13 Nov MFC Chicken - Live @ Billy's (Nottingham) Cap tbc

Binks YardThe Island Quarter · NottinghamKit not listedFri 23 Jul Definitely Oasis 100Cap

Bunkers HillHockley · NottinghamHouse PANo gigs listed yet 100Cap

Canvas MansfieldMansfield, Nottinghamshire · MansfieldHouse PAFri 13 Nov I Love The 90's feat Suki Soul 300Cap

Colwick Country ParkDales · NottinghamKit not listedNo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

Colwick ParkColwick Rd · NottinghamKit not listedNo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

Cross Keys - NottinghamNottinghamHouse PANo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

Das KinoNottinghamKit not listedNo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

02 — The scene

Venue Score

Out of
100

Solid — healthy choice, building on coverage. A dependable circuit for touring acts.

How it adds up (0-100)

Choice	100
Coverage	100
Backline	6
PA	43
Engineer	6
Genres	100

03 — Rooms + kit

Live data

What Nottingham has

By size

Small under 150	13 46%
Medium 150-499	11 39%
Large 500+	4 14%
Size not listed	51

Rooms with no size listed show under every size in 01.

Kit

Bring your own	45 57%
PA only	29 37%
Full backline	5 6%

This month

Added	1
Removed	0
Verified	1
Re-verified	5

04 — More of Nottingham

Beyond the rooms

Gigs, mics + hire

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Private hire

12 Nottingham venues say on their own websites that they take private hire - parties, weddings and work events. Each card opens the venue’s rooms, capacities and how to enquire.

Ilkeston Town FCUp to 150 seated

Malt CrossUp to 30 standing

The NestUp to 1,310 standing

The PalaisUp to 1,100 standing

Canvas MansfieldPrivate hire

Ilkeston Town FCUp to 150 seated

Malt CrossUp to 30 standing

The NestUp to 1,310 standing

The PalaisUp to 1,100 standing

Canvas MansfieldPrivate hire

05 — Other cities

90 cities

Venues elsewhere

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All cities, A–ZVenues

Aberdeen27 Aberystwyth10 Accrington12 Aldershot16

Basildon21 Bath36 Bedford14 Belfast77 Billericay6 Birmingham80 Blackburn11 Blackpool47 Boston12 Bournemouth30 Bradford42 Brighton94 Bristol86 Broxbourne12

Cambridge31 Cardiff63 Carlisle19 Chelmsford13 Cheltenham27 Cirencester8 Coventry46 Crawley14

Derby38 Derry14 Doncaster19 Dublin3 Dundee35 Durham17

Edinburgh118 Egham17 Epsom18 Exeter48

Farnborough6

Glasgow168 Gloucester21 Grimsby11

Hastings24 Hereford23 High Wycombe14 Horley4 Hull32

Inverness29 Ipswich35

Leeds92 Leicester40 Lincoln22 Liverpool130 London302 Luton16

Maidstone22 Manchester164 Margate32 Middlesbrough27 Milton Keynes18

Newcastle75 Newquay20 Newry8 Northampton26 Norwich38

Oxford35

Peterborough22 Plymouth34 Portsmouth30 Preston28

Rawtenstall25 Reading32

Scarborough17 Sheffield94 Southampton47 Stockton-on-Tees16 Stoke-on-Trent32 Sunderland23 Sutton14 Swansea34 Swindon19

Telford21 Tunbridge Wells10

Waterlooville12 Watford24 Welshpool4 Weymouth18 Woking16 Wolverhampton49 Worthing1 Wrexham31

York48

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Nottingham Venues

Grassroots Venues in Nottingham

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in Nottingham?

GigXchange lists 79 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 79 Nottingham venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 34 provide at least a PA system. 5 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

Q: Which Nottingham venues can you hire for a private event?

12 Nottingham venues state on their own websites that they take private hire for parties, weddings and work events, among them Ilkeston Town FC (up to 150 seated), Malt Cross (up to 30 standing) and The Nest (up to 1,310 standing). Each venue page has a Private hire tab with its rooms, capacities and a link to enquire with the venue directly. Use the Private hire filter above to list them all.

Q: What size are Nottingham's grassroots venues?

Of the 28 Nottingham venues with known capacity: 13 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 79 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 79 grassroots venues are rock, Pop, acoustic, indie, alternative. 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. Listing is free. If your venue is already in the directory, open its page and press Claim this venue (or create a free venue account) to self-edit your profile and manage bookings; if it is missing, email support@gigxchange.app and we will take a look. Venues with TheMusicLicence from PPL PRS can also list their music policy.

79 grassroots music venues across Nottingham. Capacity, backline, genres, booking info. Re-verified on a rolling cycle.

63/ 100

Nottingham Venue Score

SolidHealthy choice, building on coverage. A dependable circuit for touring acts.

Choice100

Coverage100

Backline6

PA43

Engineer6

Genres100

Capacity, backline and booking info for every Nottingham venue

79 venues, from back rooms to big stages
34 provide a PA in-house
5 offer full backline
5 include a sound engineer
Booking contact for signed-up artists
Re-verified on a rolling cycle

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Weekly open mic nights across Nottingham — verified and mapped

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Everything the Nottingham scene has beyond the venue list

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Last updated: 12 November 2026

79 Venues in Nottingham

Nottingham has 79 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange, from a 40-capacity room to 2,500. Listings show the capacity, backline and PA where we hold them, plus opening times, so artists, agents and bookers can shortlist the right room before getting in touch.

Of the 79 Nottingham venues, 34 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.

grassroots venues hosting live music in Nottingham

34 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

79
Venues: 34
With PA: 5
Full backline: 5
In-house engineer: 12 Nov
Last updated

What’s on in Nottingham this week — or see what’s on across the UK.

Browse Nottingham Venues

Search all 79 Nottingham music venues by area, capacity, backline, PA, sound engineer or private hire. Every card shows the room size, what is on stage and the opening times we hold, and opens the venue’s own page with its booking information.

Showing 24 of 79 venues

Nottingham's self-serve craft beer tap house with live music nights.No gigs listed yet

Backline6 of 7

PA system
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
2 vocal mics
In-house engineer (TBC)

Opening times7 of 7

MonClosed
Tue16:00–00:00
Wed16:00–00:00
Thu16:00–00:00
Fri15:00–00:00
Sat12:00–00:00
SunClosed

Castle Rock's art deco brewery tap, with live music every other SundaySat 13 Feb Dirty Deeds Vol 2.

BacklineTBC

PA system (TBC)
Drum kit (TBC)
Guitar amp (TBC)
Bass amp (TBC)
Keys / keyboard (TBC)
Vocal mics (TBC)
In-house engineer (TBC)

Opening times7 of 7

Mon12:00–21:00
Tue12:00–21:00
Wed12:00–21:00
Thu12:00–23:00
Fri12:00–23:00
Sat12:00–23:00
Sun12:00–21:00

Victorian pub on Meadow Lane with Friday live music and the Big Shed venueNo gigs listed yet

BacklineTBC

PA system (TBC)
Drum kit (TBC)
Guitar amp (TBC)
Bass amp (TBC)
Keys / keyboard (TBC)
Vocal mics (TBC)
In-house engineer (TBC)

Opening times7 of 7

Mon12:00–23:00
Tue12:00–23:00
Wed12:00–23:00
Thu12:00–23:00
Fri12:00–23:00
Sat10:00–23:00
Sun10:00–23:00

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Various Nottingham Venues

Nottingham★★★★★ (—)

Multi-venue Nottingham rock and indie events.No gigs listed yet

BacklineTBC

PA system (TBC)
Drum kit (TBC)
Guitar amp (TBC)
Bass amp (TBC)
Keys / keyboard (TBC)
Vocal mics (TBC)
In-house engineer (TBC)

Opening times7 of 7

Mon08:00–18:00
Tue08:00–18:00
Wed08:00–18:00
Thu08:00–18:00
Fri08:00–18:00
SatClosed
SunClosed

Nottingham › Wollaton★★★★★ (—)

Wollaton Hall & Deer Park — Nottingham's grand outdoor concert site, home of Splendour Festival until its final 2026 editionNo gigs listed yet

BacklineTBC

PA system (TBC)
Drum kit (TBC)
Guitar amp (TBC)
Bass amp (TBC)
Keys / keyboard (TBC)
Vocal mics (TBC)
In-house engineer (TBC)

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Dog-friendly town-centre pub with karaoke, DJs and live music in the heart of MansfieldNo gigs listed yet

BacklineTBC

PA system (TBC)
Drum kit (TBC)
Guitar amp (TBC)
Bass amp (TBC)
Keys / keyboard (TBC)
Vocal mics (TBC)
In-house engineer (TBC)

Opening times7 of 7

Mon12:00–00:00
Tue12:00–00:00
Wed12:00–00:00
Thu12:00–00:00
Fri12:00–02:00
Sat12:00–02:00
Sun12:00–00:00

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Ye Olde Salutation Inn

Nottingham★★★★★ (—)

Nottingham's historic rock and metal pub with regular live music.No gigs listed yet

Backline1 of 7

PA system
Drum kit (TBC)
Guitar amp (TBC)
Bass amp (TBC)
Keys / keyboard (TBC)
Vocal mics (TBC)
In-house engineer (TBC)

Opening times7 of 7

Mon10:00–01:00
Tue10:00–01:00
Wed10:00–01:00
Thu10:00–01:00
Fri10:00–03:00
Sat10:00–03:00
Sun12:00–01:00

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Venues You Can Hire in Nottingham

12 Nottingham venues say on their own websites that they take private hire - parties, weddings and work events. Each card opens the venue’s rooms, capacities and how to enquire.

Nottingham Venue Scene in Numbers

Nottingham’s 79 grassroots venues in one picture: how big the rooms are, what kit is on stage and how many take private hire. Use it to judge whether to bring your own backline and which size of room suits your draw before you start booking.

Grassroots venues · Nottingham

From the
GigXchange venue directory

Room sizeof the 28 with a known capacity

13Small · under 150

11Medium · 150–499

4Large · 500+

What's on stageall 79 venues

5Full backline

29PA only

45Bring your own gear

34provide a PA

5have an in-house engineer

12take private hire

Rock · Popmost-booked genres

How many grassroots music venues are in Nottingham? GigXchange lists 79 grassroots music venues across Nottingham. 43% provide a PA system and 6% 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.

Nottingham Venue FAQs

10 answers about grassroots venues in Nottingham, from how many there are and how big the rooms are to the kit they provide, booking a gig and listing your venue free - each answered from the venues listed here.

How many grassroots music venues are in Nottingham?

GigXchange lists 79 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 79 Nottingham venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 34 provide at least a PA system. 5 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

Which Nottingham venues can you hire for a private event?

12 Nottingham venues state on their own websites that they take private hire for parties, weddings and work events, among them Ilkeston Town FC (up to 150 seated), Malt Cross (up to 30 standing) and The Nest (up to 1,310 standing). Each venue page has a Private hire tab with its rooms, capacities and a link to enquire with the venue directly. Use the Private hire filter above to list them all.

What size are Nottingham's grassroots venues?

Of the 28 Nottingham venues with known capacity: 13 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 79 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 79 grassroots venues are rock, Pop, acoustic, indie, alternative. 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. Listing is free. If your venue is already in the directory, open its page and press Claim this venue (or create a free venue account) to self-edit your profile and manage bookings; if it is missing, email support@gigxchange.app and we will take a look. Venues with TheMusicLicence from PPL PRS can also list their music policy.

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The rooms. Of the 28 rooms with a listed capacity, the middle one holds about 150 and 13 hold under 150; the largest listed is The Palais at 2,500. They are spread over 24 areas, led by Hockley (4), Castle (3) and West Bridgford (3).

What they book. Rock, pop and acoustic are the genres Nottingham venues most often say they book, out of 46 genres listed. If your act fits, pitch best with a recent clip and a clear fee. In the last month, 6 of these listings were added or re-checked.

Next steps. To see which of these rooms are booking now, use the Nottingham gig directory; new acts get stage time at the Nottingham open mics, and the GX Index sets out the going rates. Venues close by: Leicester, Sheffield and Birmingham. Need an act for one? See live music for pubs, clubs and hotels.

More Cities

Venue guides for every UK city we cover, each with the same filters and capacity data, biggest scenes first. Useful when you are planning a run of dates or looking for a room beyond Nottingham.

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