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Grassroots Venues in Plymouth

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in Plymouth?

GigXchange lists 28 grassroots music venues in Plymouth, 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 Plymouth venues provide full backline?

2 of 28 Plymouth venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 19 provide at least a PA system. 1 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

Q: What size are Plymouth's grassroots venues?

Of the 14 Plymouth venues with known capacity: 10 are small (under 150), 3 are medium (150–499), and 1 are large (500+). The majority of Plymouth’s grassroots scene is intimate, small-room spaces.

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

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

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

The What’s On in Plymouth page lists every gig we hold across these 28 venues over the next four weeks — dates, times, entry and ticket links, refreshed daily. For everything beyond that window, browse the Plymouth gig directory.

Q: What genres do Plymouth venues book?

The most commonly booked genres across Plymouth’s 28 grassroots venues are Rock, acoustic, folk, covers, Pop. 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 Plymouth venues?

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

28 grassroots music venues across Plymouth. Capacity, backline, genres, booking info. Updated weekly.

Plymouth Grassroots Venue Score

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Capacity, backline and booking info for every Plymouth venue

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

28 Venues in Plymouth

grassroots venues hosting live music in Plymouth

19 provide a PA system · 2 offer full backline
1 have an in-house sound engineer included
Booking contact, fee range and submission process available to signed-up artists

Plymouth has 28 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange. 19 provide a PA system, 2 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.

28 Venues 19 With PA 2 Full Backline 1 In-House Engineer Updated 14 Aug 2026

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Plymouth Venue Scene in Numbers

Live statistics from 28 grassroots venues across Plymouth. Updated daily.

Total Venues

Across Plymouth

68%

PA Provided

19 venues provide a PA system

Full Backline

2 venues offer full backline

In-House Engineer

1 venues include an engineer

Capacity Breakdown

Small

71%

Medium

21%

Large

Equipment Provision

BYO

32%

PA Only

61%

Full BL

How many grassroots music venues are in Plymouth? GigXchange lists 28 grassroots music venues across Plymouth. 68% provide a PA system and 7% offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA).

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

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The Nowhere Inn

Plymouth › Greenbank★★★★★ (—)

Plymouth pub with live music.

Backline1 of 7

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

Opening times7 of 7

Mon16:00–03:00
Tue16:00–03:00
Wed16:00–03:00
Thu16:00–03:00
Fri16:00–03:00
Sat16:00–03:00
Sun16:00–03:00

Plymouth › City Centre★★★★★ (—)

Plymouth's Thursday-night free open mic at 12 Catherine Street, PL1 2AD — Old Treasury building, PA + guitar amp + piano, 12-minute slots.

Backline4 of 7

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

Opening times7 of 7

MonClosed
Tue10:00–22:00
Wed10:00–22:00
Thu10:00–22:00
Fri10:00–01:00
Sat10:00–01:00
Sun12:00–18:00

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Things Happen Here, Totnes

Totnes › Shinner's Bridge, Dartington★★★★★ (—)

Totnes taproom with ska and live music.

Backline0 of 7

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

Opening times7 of 7

Mon15:00–20:00
Tue15:00–20:00
Wed15:00–22:00
Thu15:00–22:00
Fri13:00–23:00
Sat13:00–23:00
Sun13:00–20:00

Plymouth › The Barbican★★★★★ (—)

Plymouth tavern with live music.

Backline1 of 7

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

Opening times7 of 7

Mon15:00–00:00
Tue15:00–00:00
Wed15:00–00:00
Thu15:00–00:00
Fri13:00–03:00
Sat13:00–03:00
Sun15:00–22:30

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Plymouth Venue FAQs

How many grassroots music venues are in Plymouth?

GigXchange lists 28 grassroots music venues in Plymouth, 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 Plymouth venues provide full backline?

2 of 28 Plymouth venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 19 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 Plymouth's grassroots venues?

Of the 14 Plymouth venues with known capacity: 10 are small (under 150), 3 are medium (150–499), and 1 are large (500+). The majority of Plymouth’s grassroots scene is intimate, small-room spaces.

How do I book a gig at a Plymouth venue?

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

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

The What’s On in Plymouth page lists every gig we hold across these 28 venues over the next four weeks — dates, times, entry and ticket links, refreshed daily. For everything beyond that window, browse the Plymouth gig directory.

What genres do Plymouth venues book?

The most commonly booked genres across Plymouth’s 28 grassroots venues are Rock, acoustic, folk, covers, Pop. Many venues accept both original music and covers. Browse artist profiles by genre to find acts for your venue.

What are typical fees at Plymouth venues?

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