Woking · 16 venues · 11 with a PA

Grassroots Venues in Woking

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

By size: 2 small (under 150), 2 mid-size (150 to 499), 2 large (500+), 10 with no size listed. 14 of the 16 open rooms are verified. 1 with full backline, 1 with a sound engineer.

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Updated 12 November 2026

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Woking

Grassroots
venues

in Woking

In detail

House PA	11 venues
Full backline	1 venue
In-house engineer	1 venue
Venue Score	52 /100

01 — Find a venue

16 rooms

Pick your room

Size

Kit

Hire

City

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Photo: Google 1,273 cap G Live GuildfordGuildfordKit not listedTue 24 Nov The Stylistics

Guildford City ClubGuildfordHouse PAEngineerNo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

Guildford Jubilee Social ClubGuildfordHouse PANo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

Stoke ParkNightingale Road · GuildfordHouse PANo gigs listed yet 1,724Cap

The Back Room Of The Star InnGuildfordKit not listedSat 14 Nov Rob Clamp & The Ashmen 100Cap

The Boileroom Music And Cultural Arts SpaceGuildfordHouse PASat 5 Dec Guildford: A Nashville Country Music Experience 275Cap

The Drummond55-56 Woodbridge Rd · GuildfordHouse PANo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

The Fiery BirdWokingFull kitFri 20 Nov Niall McNamee 200Cap

The Jolly FarmerBrooklands · WeybridgeHouse PANo gigs listed yet Cap tbc

The KeepGuildfordKit not listedNo 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	40
Coverage	100
Backline	6
PA	69
Engineer	6
Genres	100

03 — Rooms + kit

Live data

What Woking has

By size

Small under 150	2 33%
Medium 150-499	2 33%
Large 500+	2 33%
Size not listed	10

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

Kit

Bring your own	5 31%
PA only	10 63%
Full backline	1 6%

This month

Added	3
Removed	0
Verified	3
Re-verified	4

04 — More of Woking

Beyond the rooms

Gigs, mics + hire

Go next

Featured venueG Live GuildfordGuildford · 1,273 cap
Woking gigsWhat's on at these rooms, by date
What's on this weekEvery gig over the next seven days
Woking open micsWeekly stage time, re-checked on a rolling cycle
Woking music sceneVenues, rates, guides and gigs

Private hire

3 Woking 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.

G Live GuildfordUp to 1,273 standing

The Back Room Of The Star InnPrivate hire

The Row BargePrivate hire

G Live GuildfordUp to 1,273 standing

The Back Room Of The Star InnPrivate hire

The Row BargePrivate 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 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 Watford24 Welshpool4 Weymouth18 Wolverhampton49 Worthing1 Wrexham31

York48

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Woking Venues

Grassroots Venues in Woking

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in Woking?

GigXchange lists 16 grassroots music venues in Woking, 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 Woking venues provide full backline?

1 of 16 Woking venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 11 provide at least a PA system. 1 includes an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

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

3 Woking venues state on their own websites that they take private hire for parties, weddings and work events, among them G Live Guildford (up to 1,273 standing), The Back Room Of The Star Inn and The Row Barge. 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 Woking's grassroots venues?

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

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

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

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

The What’s On in Woking page lists every gig we hold across these 16 venues over the next four weeks — dates, times, entry and ticket links, refreshed daily. For everything beyond that window, browse the Woking gig directory.

Q: What genres do Woking venues book?

The most commonly booked genres across Woking’s 16 grassroots venues are acoustic, rock, folk, punk, 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 Woking venues?

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

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

52/ 100

Woking Venue Score

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

Choice40

Coverage100

Backline6

PA69

Engineer6

Genres100

Capacity, backline and booking info for every Woking venue

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

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Last updated: 12 November 2026

16 Venues in Woking

Woking has 16 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange, from a 80-capacity room to 1,724. 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 16 Woking venues, 11 provide a PA system, 1 offers full backline and 1 includes 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 Woking

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

16
Venues: 11
With PA: 1
Full backline: 1
In-house engineer: 12 Nov
Last updated

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Browse Woking Venues

Search all 16 Woking 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 16 of 16 venues

Guildford's flagship live music, comedy and theatre venueTue 24 Nov The Stylistics

Private hire up to 1,273 standing

BacklineTBC

PA system (TBC)
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Opening times7 of 7

Mon10:30–16:00
Tue10:30–16:00
Wed10:30–16:00
Thu10:30–16:00
Fri10:30–16:00
Sat10:00–16:00
SunClosed

Guildford members club and live room, home of the Juicebox open mic.No gigs listed yet

Backline2 of 7

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Guildford Jubilee Social Club

Guildford★★★★★ (—)

Jubes open mic on fortnightly Wednesdays, full band set-up providedNo gigs listed yet

Backline2 of 7

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

Mon11:00–23:00
Tue11:00–23:00
Wed11:00–23:00
Thu11:00–23:00
Fri11:00–23:00
Sat11:00–23:00
Sun11:00–23:00

Guildford › Nightingale Road★★★★★ (—)

Outdoor festival park and events site in GuildfordNo gigs listed yet

Backline1 of 7

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

Mon08:00–20:00
Tue08:00–20:00
Wed08:00–20:00
Thu08:00–20:00
Fri08:00–20:00
Sat08:00–20:00
Sun08:00–20:00

The Back Room Of The Star Inn

Guildford★★★★★ (—)

Guildford's longest-running live music room.Sat 14 Nov Rob Clamp & The Ashmen

Private hire

BacklineTBC

PA system (TBC)
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Guitar amp (TBC)
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Opening times7 of 7

Mon12:00–22:00
Tue12:00–22:00
Wed12:00–22:00
Thu12:00–22:00
Fri12:00–23:00
Sat12:00–23:00
Sun12:00–18:00

The Boileroom Music And Cultural Arts Space

Guildford★★★★★ (—)

Guildford's award-winning grassroots music and cultural arts spaceSat 5 Dec Guildford: A Nashville Country Music Experience

Backline3 of 7

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

Opening times7 of 7

Mon19:00–00:00
Tue19:00–00:00
Wed19:00–00:00
Thu19:00–00:00
Fri19:00–01:00
Sat19:00–01:00
Sun19:00–23:00

Guildford › 55-56 Woodbridge Rd★★★★★ (—)

Guildford pub with weekly open mic and live entertainment.No gigs listed yet

Backline1 of 7

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

Mon11:00–23:00
Tue11:00–23:00
Wed11:00–23:00
Thu11:00–23:00
Fri11:00–00:00
Sat12:00–00:00
Sun11:00–22:30

Grassroots music venue & open mic in WokingFri 20 Nov Niall McNamee

Backline6 of 7

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Weybridge › Brooklands★★★★★ (—)

Grassroots Weybridge venue with a regular open mic nightNo gigs listed yet

Backline2 of 7

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Guildford pub opposite the castle with a weekly Sunday open mic and Irish sessionNo gigs listed yet

BacklineTBC

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Guildford › Quarry Street★★★★★ (—)

Historic Quarry Street pub by Guildford Castle.No gigs listed yet

Backline1 of 7

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

Opening times7 of 7

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

Riverside Addlestone pub with a first-Thursday open mic hosted by Luke EdneyNo gigs listed yet

BacklineTBC

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Guildford › Stoke★★★★★ (—)

Guildford community pub with a weekly Wednesday open mic.No gigs listed yet

BacklineTBC

PA system (TBC)
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Opening times7 of 7

Mon15:00–23:00
Tue15:00–23:00
Wed15:00–23:00
Thu15:00–23:00
Fri12:00–23:00
Sat12:00–23:00
Sun12:00–22:00

Guildford's finest live music pub.No gigs listed yet

Private hire

Backline1 of 7

PA system
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Mon12:00–23:00
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Fri12:00–00:00
Sat12:00–00:00
Sun12:00–22:30

Grassroots Ripley venue with a regular open mic nightNo gigs listed yet

Backline2 of 7

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West End members' club with a last-Sunday afternoon music open micNo gigs listed yet

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Venues You Can Hire in Woking

3 Woking 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.

Woking Venue Scene in Numbers

Woking’s 16 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 · Woking

From the
GigXchange venue directory

Room sizeof the 6 with a known capacity

2Small · under 150

2Medium · 150–499

2Large · 500+

What's on stageall 16 venues

1Full backline

10PA only

5Bring your own gear

11provide a PA

1has an in-house engineer

3take private hire

Acoustic · Rockmost-booked genres

How many grassroots music venues are in Woking? GigXchange lists 16 grassroots music venues across Woking. 69% provide a PA system and 6% offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA).

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

Woking Venue FAQs

10 answers about grassroots venues in Woking, 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 Woking?

GigXchange lists 16 grassroots music venues in Woking, 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 Woking venues provide full backline?

1 of 16 Woking venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 11 provide at least a PA system. 1 includes an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

Which Woking venues can you hire for a private event?

3 Woking venues state on their own websites that they take private hire for parties, weddings and work events, among them G Live Guildford (up to 1,273 standing), The Back Room Of The Star Inn and The Row Barge. 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 Woking's grassroots venues?

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

How do I book a gig at a Woking venue?

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

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

The What’s On in Woking page lists every gig we hold across these 16 venues over the next four weeks — dates, times, entry and ticket links, refreshed daily. For everything beyond that window, browse the Woking gig directory.

What genres do Woking venues book?

The most commonly booked genres across Woking’s 16 grassroots venues are acoustic, rock, folk, punk, 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 Woking venues?

Fees vary by venue size and event type. The GigXchange Rate Calculator shows current percentiles for Woking 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 Woking 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 200 and 2 hold under 150; the largest listed is Stoke Park at 1,724.

What they book. Acoustic, rock and folk come up most often in what Woking venues say they book, out of 21 genres listed. If your act fits, pitch best with a recent clip and a clear fee. 7 of these listings were added or re-checked over the last month.

Next steps. The Woking gig directory shows which of these rooms are booking now, the Woking 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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