Watford · 24 venues · 10 with a PA

Grassroots Venues in Watford

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

By size: 4 small (under 150), 2 mid-size (150 to 499), 18 with no size listed. 21 of the 24 open rooms are verified. 1 with full backline, 0 with a sound engineer.

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Updated 12 November 2026

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Watford

Grassroots
venues

in Watford

In detail

House PA	10 venues
Full backline	1 venue
In-house engineer	0 venues
Venue Score	52 /100

01 — Find a venue

24 rooms

Pick your room

Size

Kit

Hire

City

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Photo: Google 50 cap Blackwells ChipperfieldChipperfield, Kings Langley · Kings LangleyKit not listedNo gigs listed yet

Chandos ArmsColindale · LondonHouse PANo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

Cocos StanmoreStanmoreKit not listedNo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

Glenn Social & Sports ClubWatfordHouse PANo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

Horse And ChainsBusheyKit not listedNo gigs listed yet 90Cap

Johnny's BarWatfordHouse PANo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

Mad SquirrelSt AlbansHouse PANo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

OnefortyWest Harrow · HarrowKit not listedNo gigs listed yet 55Cap

The Boxmoor PlayhouseBoxmoor · Hemel HempsteadKit not listedNo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

The CrownSt AlbansHouse PANo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

02 — The scene

Venue Score

Out of
100

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

How it adds up (0-100)

Choice	60
Coverage	100
Backline	4
PA	42
Engineer	0
Genres	100

03 — Rooms + kit

Live data

What Watford has

By size

Small under 150	4 67%
Medium 150-499	2 33%
Large 500+	0 0%
Size not listed	18

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

Kit

Bring your own	14 58%
PA only	9 38%
Full backline	1 4%

This month

Added	2
Removed	0
Verified	2
Re-verified	0

04 — More of Watford

Beyond the rooms

Gigs, mics + hire

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Featured venueBlackwells ChipperfieldKings Langley · 50 cap
Watford gigsWhat's on at these rooms, by date
What's on this weekEvery gig over the next seven days
Watford open micsWeekly stage time, re-checked on a rolling cycle
Watford music sceneVenues, rates, guides and gigs

Private hire

1 Watford venue says on its own website that it takes private hire - parties, weddings and work events. Each card opens the venue’s rooms, capacities and how to enquire.

Horse And ChainsPrivate hire

05 — Other cities

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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 Nottingham79

Oxford35

Peterborough22 Plymouth34 Portsmouth30 Preston28

Rawtenstall25 Reading32

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

Telford21 Tunbridge Wells10

Waterlooville12 Welshpool4 Weymouth18 Woking16 Wolverhampton49 Worthing1 Wrexham31

York48

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Watford Venues

Grassroots Venues in Watford

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in Watford?

GigXchange lists 24 grassroots music venues in Watford, 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 Watford venues provide full backline?

1 of 24 Watford venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 10 provide at least a PA system. Most expect artists to bring their own gear. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

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

1 Watford venue states on its own website that it takes private hire for parties, weddings and work events, among them Horse And Chains. 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 Watford's grassroots venues?

Of the 6 Watford venues with known capacity: 4 are small (under 150), 2 are medium (150–499), and 0 are large (500+). The majority of Watford’s grassroots scene is intimate, small-room spaces.

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

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

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

The What’s On in Watford page lists every gig we hold across these 24 venues over the next four weeks — dates, times, entry and ticket links, refreshed daily. For everything beyond that window, browse the Watford gig directory.

Q: What genres do Watford venues book?

The most commonly booked genres across Watford’s 24 grassroots venues are rock, covers, acoustic, folk, jazz. 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 Watford venues?

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

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

52/ 100

Watford Venue Score

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

Choice60

Coverage100

Backline4

PA42

Engineer0

Genres100

Capacity, backline and booking info for every Watford venue

24 venues, from back rooms to big stages
10 provide a PA in-house
1 offers full backline
0 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 Watford — verified and mapped

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Everything the Watford scene has beyond the venue list

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Last updated: 12 November 2026

24 Venues in Watford

Watford has 24 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange, from a 50-capacity room to 400. 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 24 Watford venues, 10 provide a PA system and 1 offers full backline; none lists an in-house engineer 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 Watford

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

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Venues: 10
With PA: 1
Full backline: 0
In-house engineer: 12 Nov
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Search all 24 Watford 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.

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Blackwells Chipperfield

Kings Langley › Chipperfield, Kings Langley★★★★★ (—)

Bistro cafe with live rock nights.No gigs listed yet

BacklineTBC

PA system (TBC)
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Opening times7 of 7

Mon09:00–20:00
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Sat09:00–20:00
Sun09:00–18:00

London › Colindale★★★★★ (—)

Colindale community pub for acoustic, folk, blues and AmericanaNo gigs listed yet

Backline1 of 7

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Mon16:00–22:30
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Sat12:00–00:00
Sun12:00–22:30

Stanmore venue with garage and club nights.No gigs listed yet

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Glenn Social & Sports Club

Watford★★★★★ (—)

North Watford members' club with Saturday bands and Friday open micNo gigs listed yet

Backline1 of 7

PA system
Drum kit (TBC)
Guitar amp (TBC)
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Keys / keyboard (TBC)
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Opening times7 of 7

Mon11:00–23:00
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Wed11:00–23:00
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Fri11:00–23:00
Sat11:00–23:00
Sun11:00–23:00

Grade II listed Bushey pub with free live music and comedy nightsNo gigs listed yet

Private hire

BacklineTBC

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Mon16:00–22:00
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Thu12:00–23:00
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Sat12:00–23:00
Sun12:00–22:00

First-Sunday-of-the-month open mic at Johnny's — intimate Queens Road room.No gigs listed yet

Backline1 of 7

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Free live music and open mic overlooking the AbbeyNo gigs listed yet

Backline2 of 7

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2 vocal mics
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Opening times7 of 7

MonClosed
Tue17:00–21:00
Wed12:00–22:00
Thu12:00–22:00
Fri12:00–23:00
Sat12:00–23:00
Sun12:00–21:00

Harrow › West Harrow★★★★★ (—)

West Harrow multipurpose space for jazz nights, open mics and eventsNo gigs listed yet

BacklineTBC

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The Boxmoor Playhouse

Hemel Hempstead › Boxmoor★★★★★ (—)

200-seat community playhouse and concert venue in BoxmoorNo gigs listed yet

BacklineTBC

PA system (TBC)
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Opening times7 of 7

MonClosed
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Thu20:00–22:30
FriClosed
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A grassroots music venue in St Albans.No gigs listed yet

Backline2 of 7

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Watford pub with live entertainment.No gigs listed yet

BacklineTBC

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Opening times7 of 7

Mon12:00–23:00
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Sun12:00–22:30

Bay-windowed St Albans pub with a Wednesday folk session and a long-standing open micNo gigs listed yet

BacklineTBC

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St Albans 200-capacity grassroots venue, next to St Albans City station.Sat 14 Nov The Total Stone Roses

Backline3 of 7

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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
Sun12:00–21:00

Occasional open mic at The Horns — Watford's legendary Hempstead Road rock pub.No gigs listed yet

Backline5 of 7

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Community music and events space on Verulam Road.No gigs listed yet

BacklineTBC

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Opening times7 of 7

Mon10:00–18:00
Tue10:00–18:00
Wed10:00–22:00
Thu10:00–22:00
Fri10:00–00:00
Sat10:00–00:00
Sun10:00–18:00

Hemel Hempstead › Apsley★★★★★ (—)

Grassroots Hemel Hempstead venue with a regular open mic nightNo gigs listed yet

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St Albans › Heathlands Drive★★★★★ (—)

St Albans youth charity, skatepark and grassroots gig venueNo gigs listed yet

Backline1 of 7

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Opening times7 of 7

MonClosed
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Wed19:00–22:00
Thu09:30–20:30
Fri09:30–21:30
Sat10:00–14:00
Sun10:00–16:00

Tuesday-night open mic at The Pump House — Watford's grassroots heart for 12+ years.No gigs listed yet

Backline2 of 7

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Radlett theatre, comedy and music centre.Thu 18 Mar The Sounds of the 60s The Zoots / Meyer Dancers

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Opening times7 of 7

Mon10:00–17:00
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Wed10:00–17:00
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Grade II listed St Albans pub hosting Ver Poets' poetry open mic eveningsNo gigs listed yet

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Family-friendly local with weekly open mic and live bandsNo gigs listed yet

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Opening times7 of 7

Mon11:30–23:00
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Sat11:30–23:00
Sun11:30–22:30

Watford › North Watford★★★★★ (—)

Free live music and open mic at this Greene King local in North WatfordNo gigs listed yet

Backline2 of 7

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Mon11:00–23:00
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Rickmansworth★★★★★ (—)

Rickmansworth theatre with pop and tributes.Fri 13 Nov K-Pop Dance Heroes

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MonClosed
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Watford's main concert and events venue.Fri 20 Nov Michael Starring Ben

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Venues You Can Hire in Watford

1 Watford venue says on its own website that it takes private hire - parties, weddings and work events. Each card opens the venue’s rooms, capacities and how to enquire.

Watford Venue Scene in Numbers

Watford’s 24 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 · Watford

From the
GigXchange venue directory

Room sizeof the 6 with a known capacity

4Small · under 150

2Medium · 150–499

What's on stageall 24 venues

1Full backline

9PA only

14Bring your own gear

10provide a PA

0have an in-house engineer

1takes private hire

Rock · Coversmost-booked genres

How many grassroots music venues are in Watford? GigXchange lists 24 grassroots music venues across Watford. 42% provide a PA system and 4% offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA).

Do Watford venues provide equipment? The majority of Watford venues are small (<150 capacity). Data from GigXchange’s verified Watford venue directory.

Watford Venue FAQs

10 answers about grassroots venues in Watford, 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 Watford?

GigXchange lists 24 grassroots music venues in Watford, 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 Watford venues provide full backline?

1 of 24 Watford venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 10 provide at least a PA system. Most expect artists to bring their own gear. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

Which Watford venues can you hire for a private event?

1 Watford venue states on its own website that it takes private hire for parties, weddings and work events, among them Horse And Chains. 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 Watford's grassroots venues?

Of the 6 Watford venues with known capacity: 4 are small (under 150), 2 are medium (150–499), and 0 are large (500+). The majority of Watford’s grassroots scene is intimate, small-room spaces.

How do I book a gig at a Watford venue?

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

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

The What’s On in Watford page lists every gig we hold across these 24 venues over the next four weeks — dates, times, entry and ticket links, refreshed daily. For everything beyond that window, browse the Watford gig directory.

What genres do Watford venues book?

The most commonly booked genres across Watford’s 24 grassroots venues are rock, covers, acoustic, folk, jazz. Many venues accept both original music and covers. Browse artist profiles by genre to find acts for your venue.

What are typical fees at Watford venues?

Fees vary by venue size and event type. The GigXchange Rate Calculator shows current percentiles for Watford 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 Watford 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 6 rooms that list a capacity, the middle one holds about 90 and 4 hold under 150; the largest listed is The Pioneer Club at 400.

What they book. Rock, covers and acoustic come up most often in what Watford venues say they book, out of 26 genres listed. An act that fits pitches best with a recent clip and a clear fee. In the last month, 2 of these listings were added or re-checked.

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

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