GUIDE TO LONDON'S LIVE MUSIC VENUES

Welcome to this guide to London's live music venues including information on how to get to venues such as the HMV Forum, the best places to drink before the O2 Brixton Academy, sound and atmosphere ratings for Koko, user reviews and tips on how best to enjoy your gig at some of London's most famous live music venues.

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Ever wondered where the best place is for a pre-gig drink near the Scala? Or where the best place to stand is at the O2 Brixton Academy? Or why it’s a good idea to turn up early for a gig at the Shepherd’s Bush Empire in winter? The answers to all these questions and more are available on this Guide To London's Live Music Venues, dedicated to helping you get the most out of your gig. Featuring venue info, user reviews, a message board and handy guides to London's live music venues including descriptions, capacities and contact information.

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We'll regularly be adding more venue reviews. We'd also love to hear from you, whether it's a new review of a place we haven't covered yet or comments about one of our reviews. Simply complete our review form here or email info@londonvenueguide.com. Happy gigging!

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O2 Dome
100 Club
Alexandra Palace
London Astoria
Brixton Academy
Camden Roundhouse
Cargo
Dublin Castle
Hammersmith Apollo
Kentish Town Forum
Cafe Koko
London Scala
Shepherd's Bush Empire
Troxy
ULU
The Windmill