Peterborough · 22 venues · 4 with a PA

Grassroots Venues in Peterborough

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

By size: 4 small (under 150), 5 mid-size (150 to 499), 2 large (500+), 11 with no size listed. 20 of the 22 open rooms are verified. 0 with full backline, 1 with a sound engineer.

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Updated 12 November 2026

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Peterborough

Grassroots
venues

in Peterborough

In detail

House PA	4 venues
Full backline	0 venues
In-house engineer	1 venue
Venue Score	47 /100

01 — Find a venue

22 rooms

Pick your room

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Kit

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Photo: Google 120 cap 33 1/3 Bar And Performing Arts VenuePeterboroughKit not listedNo gigs listed yet

BijouPeterboroughKit not listedNo gigs listed yet 120Cap

Charters BarCity Centre · PeterboroughKit not listedNo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

Embassy, Flares And Red Room PeterboroughPeterboroughKit not listedNo gigs listed yet 538Cap

Falcon HotelWhittleseyKit not listedNo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

Here We Aren'tPeterboroughKit not listedNo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

Mama Liz's Voodoo LoungeStamfordKit not listedFri 20 Nov Smokescreen 25 Years of Riffage Cap tbc

New Theatre PeterboroughPeterboroughKit not listedSat 21 Nov The Amy Winehouse Band 400Cap

Queen's HeadCity Centre · PeterboroughKit not listedNo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

Stamford Arts CentreSt Mary's Street, town centre · StamfordHouse PANo gigs listed yet 166Cap

02 — The scene

Venue Score

Out of
100

Emerging — coverage and genres already on the map; a Peterborough scene on the way up.

How it adds up (0-100)

Choice	55
Coverage	100
Backline	0
PA	18
Engineer	5
Genres	100

03 — Rooms + kit

Live data

What Peterborough has

By size

Small under 150	4 36%
Medium 150-499	5 45%
Large 500+	2 18%
Size not listed	11

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

Kit

Bring your own	18 82%
PA only	4 18%
Full backline	0 0%

This month

Added	3
Removed	0
Verified	3
Re-verified	1

04 — More of Peterborough

Beyond the rooms

Gigs, mics + hire

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Private hire

2 Peterborough 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.

The CressetUp to 850 seated

Yaxley Royal British LegionPrivate hire

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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 Nottingham79

Oxford35

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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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Peterborough Venues

Grassroots Venues in Peterborough

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in Peterborough?

GigXchange lists 22 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 22 Peterborough venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 4 provide at least a PA system. 1 includes an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

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

47/ 100

Peterborough Venue Score

EmergingCoverage and genres already on the map; a Peterborough scene on the way up.

Choice55

Coverage100

Backline0

PA18

Engineer5

Genres100

Capacity, backline and booking info for every Peterborough venue

22 venues, from back rooms to big stages
4 provide a PA in-house
0 offer full backline
1 includes a sound engineer
Booking contact for signed-up artists
Re-verified on a rolling cycle

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Everything the Peterborough scene has beyond the venue list

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Last updated: 12 November 2026

22 Venues in Peterborough

Peterborough has 22 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange, from a 80-capacity room to 1,200. 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 22 Peterborough venues, 4 provide a PA system and 1 includes an in-house sound engineer; none lists full backline yet. 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 Peterborough

4 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

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Venues: 4
With PA: 0
Full backline: 1
In-house engineer: 12 Nov
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33 1/3 Bar And Performing Arts Venue

Peterborough★★★★★ (—)

Performing arts bar and live venue.No gigs listed yet

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Peterborough★★★★★ (—)

Bijou is a Peterborough live-music venue with an occasional Thursday open mic night.No gigs listed yet

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Peterborough › City Centre★★★★★ (—)

A 1907 Dutch barge on the River Nene with bands on Saturdays and Sunday afternoonsNo gigs listed yet

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Embassy, Flares And Red Room Peterborough

Peterborough★★★★★ (—)

Three-room late-night club on Broadway, Peterborough.No gigs listed yet

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17th-century coaching inn with an open mic and folk clubNo gigs listed yet

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Peterborough★★★★★ (—)

Peterborough studio, label and DIY gig room.No gigs listed yet

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Mama Liz's Voodoo Lounge

Stamford★★★★★ (—)

Stamford's three-floor bar with a basement gig room.Fri 20 Nov Smokescreen 25 Years of Riffage

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New Theatre Peterborough

Peterborough★★★★★ (—)

Broadway theatre with live music programme.Sat 21 Nov The Amy Winehouse Band

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Mon10:00–16:00
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Peterborough › City Centre★★★★★ (—)

Craft pub on Queen Street with weekly live music and live sportNo gigs listed yet

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Sun12:00–21:00

Stamford › St Mary's Street, town centre★★★★★ (—)

Stamford Arts Centre in Stamford hosts a spoken-word open mic on the last Wednesday at 7.No gigs listed yet

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Whittlesey pub with a monthly open mic and whisky room acoustic sessionNo gigs listed yet

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Peterborough★★★★★ (—)

Members club on Bourges Boulevard with weekly live acts and three inter-connecting roomsNo gigs listed yet

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Peterborough › City Centre★★★★★ (—)

Open mic venue in PeterboroughNo gigs listed yet

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Peterborough › Bretton★★★★★ (—)

Large rock and live music venue in PeterboroughSat 5 Dec GirlyPop Live's Magical Xmas

Private hire up to 850 seated

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Opening times7 of 7

Mon08:00–17:30
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The Duck and Drake in Yaxley hosts an open mic folk session on the second Tuesday at 7.No gigs listed yet

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

Peterborough's leading alternative and live-music clubFri 13 Nov Vigilantes + special guests Iona Sky & Wounded Newt

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Peterborough › Town Centre★★★★★ (—)

Rock and live music venue in PeterboroughNo gigs listed yet

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Peterborough › Maskew Avenue★★★★★ (—)

Peterborough social club for rock and pop tribute nightsNo gigs listed yet

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The Shed Tap Room & Deli

Peterborough › Fletton Quays★★★★★ (—)

Open mic taproom in PeterboroughNo gigs listed yet

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Mon08:00–21:00
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The Vines At The Peacock

Peterborough★★★★★ (—)

DJ and electronic events venue.No gigs listed yet

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Peterborough › Stanground★★★★★ (—)

Open mic pub in PeterboroughNo gigs listed yet

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Yaxley Royal British Legion

Peterborough › Yaxley★★★★★ (—)

Legion branch with rock and tribute shows.No gigs listed yet

Private hire

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Fri15:00–23:30
Sat12:00–23:30
Sun12:00–22:00

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Venues You Can Hire in Peterborough

2 Peterborough 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.

Peterborough Venue Scene in Numbers

Peterborough’s 22 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 · Peterborough

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GigXchange venue directory

Room sizeof the 11 with a known capacity

4Small · under 150

5Medium · 150–499

2Large · 500+

What's on stageall 22 venues

4PA only

18Bring your own gear

4provide a PA

1has an in-house engineer

2take private hire

Rock · Acousticmost-booked genres

How many grassroots music venues are in Peterborough? GigXchange lists 22 grassroots music venues across Peterborough. 18% provide a PA system.

Do Peterborough venues provide equipment? 1 venue includes an in-house sound engineer. The majority of Peterborough venues are medium (150–499). Data from GigXchange’s verified Peterborough venue directory.

Peterborough Venue FAQs

10 answers about grassroots venues in Peterborough, 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 Peterborough?

GigXchange lists 22 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 22 Peterborough venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 4 provide at least a PA system. 1 includes an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

Which Peterborough venues can you hire for a private event?

2 Peterborough venues state on their own websites that they take private hire for parties, weddings and work events, among them The Cresset (up to 850 seated) and Yaxley Royal British Legion. 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 Peterborough's grassroots venues?

Of the 11 Peterborough venues with known capacity: 4 are small (under 150), 5 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 22 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 22 grassroots venues are Rock, acoustic, folk, Blues, soul. 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. 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. Across the 11 rooms that list a capacity, the middle one holds about 200 and 4 hold under 150; the largest listed is The Cresset at 1,200.

What they book. Rock, acoustic and folk come up most often in what Peterborough venues say they book, out of 31 genres listed. An act that fits pitches best with a recent clip and a clear fee. 4 of these listings were added or re-checked in the last month.

Next steps. The Peterborough gig directory shows which of these rooms are booking now, the Peterborough open mics are where new acts get stage time, and the GX Index sets out the going rates. Need an act for one? See live music for pubs, clubs and hotels.

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