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Grassroots Venues in Peterborough

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in Peterborough?

GigXchange lists 12 grassroots music venues in Peterborough, 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 Peterborough venues provide full backline?

0 of 12 Peterborough venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 3 provide at least a PA system. 1 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

12 grassroots music venues across Peterborough. Capacity, backline, genres, booking info. Updated weekly.

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Capacity, backline and booking info for every Peterborough venue

12 venues, from back rooms to big stages
3 provide a PA in-house
0 offer full backline
1 include a sound engineer
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Last updated: 14 August 2026

12 Venues in Peterborough

grassroots venues hosting live music in Peterborough

3 provide a PA system · 0 offer full backline
1 have an in-house sound engineer included
Booking contact, fee range and submission process available to signed-up artists

Peterborough has 12 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange. 3 provide a PA system, 0 offer full backline, and 1 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.

12 Venues 3 With PA 0 Full Backline 1 In-House Engineer Updated 14 Aug 2026

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Peterborough Venue Scene in Numbers

Live statistics from 12 grassroots venues across Peterborough. Updated daily.

Total Venues

Across Peterborough

25%

PA Provided

3 venues provide a PA system

Full Backline

0 venues offer full backline

In-House Engineer

1 venues include an engineer

Capacity Breakdown

Small

33%

Medium

44%

Large

22%

Equipment Provision

BYO

75%

PA Only

25%

Full BL

How many grassroots music venues are in Peterborough? GigXchange lists 12 grassroots music venues across Peterborough. 25% provide a PA system.

Do Peterborough venues provide equipment? 1 venues include an in-house sound engineer. The majority of Peterborough venues are medium (150–500). Data from GigXchange’s verified Peterborough venue directory, updated daily.

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33 1/3 Bar And Performing Arts Venue

Peterborough★★★★★ (—)

Performing arts bar and live venue.

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

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Embassy, Flares And Red Room Peterborough

Peterborough★★★★★ (—)

Three-room nightclub with DJ and reggae.

Backline0 of 7

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

Opening times7 of 7

MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
ThuClosed
Fri22:00–05:00
Sat21:00–05:00
SunClosed

New Theatre Peterborough

Peterborough★★★★★ (—)

Broadway theatre with live music programme.

Backline0 of 7

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Guitar amp
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Peterborough › City Centre★★★★★ (—)

Open mic venue in Peterborough

Backline0 of 7

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

Opening times7 of 7

Mon12:00–23:00
Tue12:00–23:00
Wed12:00–23:00
Thu12:00–23:00
Fri12:00–02:00
Sat12:00–04:00
Sun12:00–22:30

Peterborough › Bretton★★★★★ (—)

Large rock and live music venue in Peterborough

Backline2 of 7

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

Opening times7 of 7

Mon08:00–17:30
Tue08:00–17:30
Wed08:00–17:30
Thu08:00–17:30
Fri08:00–17:30
Sat10:00–15:00
SunClosed

Peterborough › Peterborough city centre★★★★★ (—)

Peterborough's leading alternative and live-music club

Backline0 of 7

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

Opening times7 of 7

MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
ThuClosed
Fri19:30–03:00
Sat19:30–03:00
SunClosed

Peterborough › Town Centre★★★★★ (—)

Rock and live music venue in Peterborough

Backline1 of 7

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

Opening times7 of 7

Mon12:00–23:00
Tue12:00–23:00
Wed12:00–23:00
Thu12:00–00:00
Fri12:00–01:00
Sat11:00–01:00
Sun12:00–23:00

Peterborough › Maskew Avenue★★★★★ (—)

Rock and tribute club venue.

Backline0 of 7

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

Opening times7 of 7

Mon11:00–23:00
Tue11:00–23:00
Wed11:00–23:00
Thu11:00–23:00
Fri11:00–23:00
Sat12:00–00:00
Sun12:00–22:30

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The Shed Tap Room & Deli

Peterborough › Fletton Quays★★★★★ (—)

Open mic taproom in Peterborough

Backline0 of 7

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

Opening times7 of 7

Mon08:00–21:00
Tue08:00–21:00
Wed08:00–21:00
Thu08:00–22:00
Fri08:00–23:00
Sat10:00–23:00
Sun12:00–19:00

The Vines At The Peacock

Peterborough★★★★★ (—)

DJ and electronic events venue.

Backline0 of 7

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

Opening times7 of 7

MonClosed
TueClosed
Wed17:00–22:00
Thu17:00–22:00
Fri17:00–23:00
Sat12:00–00:00
Sun12:00–18:00

Peterborough › Stanground★★★★★ (—)

Open mic pub in Peterborough

Backline3 of 7

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

Opening times5 of 7

Mon16:00–23:00
Tue16:00–23:00
Wed16:00–23:00
Thu16:00–23:00
Fri13:00–22:30
Sat—
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Yaxley Royal British Legion

Peterborough › Yaxley★★★★★ (—)

Legion branch with rock and tribute shows.

Backline0 of 7

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

Opening times7 of 7

Mon16:00–23:00
Tue16:00–23:00
Wed16:00–23:00
Thu12:00–23:00
Fri15:00–23:30
Sat12:00–23:30
Sun12:00–22:00

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Peterborough Venue FAQs

How many grassroots music venues are in Peterborough?

GigXchange lists 12 grassroots music venues in Peterborough, 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 Peterborough venues provide full backline?

0 of 12 Peterborough venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 3 provide at least a PA system. 1 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

What size are Peterborough's grassroots venues?

Of the 9 Peterborough venues with known capacity: 3 are small (under 150), 4 are medium (150–499), and 2 are large (500+). The majority of Peterborough’s grassroots scene is mid-size standing rooms.

How do I book a gig at a Peterborough venue?

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

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

The What’s On in Peterborough page lists every gig we hold across these 12 venues over the next four weeks — dates, times, entry and ticket links, refreshed daily. For everything beyond that window, browse the Peterborough gig directory.

What genres do Peterborough venues book?

The most commonly booked genres across Peterborough’s 12 grassroots venues are soul, Rock, pop, rock, 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 Peterborough venues?

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