Opened in 2010, The Auditorium is a 1000 + capacity venue in a former bingo hall on Leicester’s central market square.

Address: The Market Place, City Centre, Leicester, LE1 5GF

Web: http://theauditorium.info/

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Address: Granville Rd, Leicester, LE1 7RU

Web: http://www.demontforthall.co.uk/

Telephone: 0116 233 3111

For over five years now The Donkey has not only built a reputation as an intimate venue, with a live-wire atmosphere, but for presenting low-key gigs by major name acts. Drawn by appreciative audiences and great sound the 200 capacity Victorian room has played host to such great acts as: Fun Lovin Criminals, Alabama 3, Seth Lakeman, New Beautiful South, Michelle Shocked, David Ford, The Slackers, Pete Molinari, John Power, Miles Hunt, Martin Stephenson, Toploader, Wreckless Eric, The High Llamas, Los Pistoleros, Dawn Kinnard, Vijay Kishore, Dr. Robert, Rhoda Dakar, Roddy Radiation, Charlie Chuck, Tommy Womack, New Cool Collective, El Pussycat Ska, Kingsize, Kingston Town, El Mahico, David Wyatt, The Kirkland Turn, Out Of Karma, M48, Drugstore Cowboys, Uncle Frank and Fatal Star.

Both landlord Warren’s legendary bonhomie and promoter Gaz Birtles knowledge of the music business are evident in the care and love shown to all aspects of this independent establishment. It’s an approach that above anything else treats both musicians and customers alike as friends.

Located on the just outside of Leicester city centre and close to De Montfort University, the Donkey also boasts a large beer garden and car park, free WiFi and offers a wide range of lagers, bottled beer, wine and real ales as well as fresh ground coffee daily.

Address: 203 Welford Road, Leicester, LE2 6BH

Web: http://www.thedonkeybar.com

Email: gazbirtles@ntlworld.com

Telephone: 0116 270 5042?

Opened in the summer of 2004, Firebug has fast become an essential part of Leicester’s night life and a quiet retreat from city centre shoppers during the day. A light and spacious main bar is complemented by a surprisingly quiet and sheltered beer garden. Boasting one of the cities most extensive drinks ranges, a carefully selected cocktail menu and a great selection of home-cooked food available every day.

Firebug’s relaxed dress code and music policy attracts visitors from all walks of life – from students at the near-by universities to professionals working in the city centre and has a reputation nationally as an essential stopping point for visitors to the city.

Proving incredibly popular for private parties, intimate club nights, live music and stand-up comedy, as well as photography and art exhibitions, independent film screenings and all manner of other events. Over the last few years we’ve seen live performances from many notable live acts including Foals, Johnny Foreigner, Envy And Other Sins, Frank Turner, Rolo Tomassi, Frightened Rabbit and Youthmovies . In terms of comedy, Firebug has seen Stewart Lee, Richard Herring, Russell Howard and Josie Long, amongst many others, appear as part of the regular Bottle Rocket Comedy night and The Leicester Comedy Festival.

Address: 1 Millstone Lane, Leicester, LE1 5JN

Web: http://www.firebugbar.co.uk

Email: info@firebugbar.co.uk

Telephone: 0116 255 1228

Opened in 2010, Lock 42 occupies a victorian industrial unit  a short distance outside the city centre.

Address: 2-4 Frog Island, LE3 5AG

Web: http://www.lock42.co.uk/

Email: andywright@stayfree.co.uk (Booking)

Telephone: 0116 2230303

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Address: 42 Crafton Street West, Leicester LE1 2DE

Web: www.themusicianpub.co.uk/

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A £15m development of the previous Leicester University Students Union, Leicester O2 Academy comprises three separate venues – Academy 1 at 1450 Capacity, Academy 2 with 500 capacity, and Academy 2 catering to 250 patrons..

Address: O2 Academy Leicester, University Road, LE1 7RH

Web: http://www.o2academyleicester.co.uk/

Telephone: 0844 477 2000

The Shed is situated in the heart of Leicester, was born back in 1994 and has been a showcase for the very best in Local and National Underground Outfits Tending in the main to Promote Unsigned Bands up and coming Groups and Artistes both local and out of town. It encompasses all music genres. Such unknowns as The Arctic Monkeys, Kasabian, The Subways and Proud Mary have all graced the stage. We feature between 3 to 5 bands per night and host the monthly W.O.O. saturday matinee events which are tailored for the younger crowds. (college/school bands) A complete in house state of the art P.A. and Lighting rig Quality Technicians on site ensure that bands get the best sound and advice available.

Address: 5 Yeoman Street, Leicester LE1 1UT

Web: http://www.shedvenue.co.uk/

Telephone: 0116 262 2255

The Soundhouse is located in the heart of Leicester’s cultural quarter. Catering for local & touring bands of any genre and providing an experience to any music taste.

Whist maintaining a pub type atmosphere and ambience with comfortable seating and large bar The Soundhouse Leicester incorporates professional stage, sound and lighting with a large dance floor area and in house technicians, we also boast a ample rear garden and pool room.

Address: 28 Southampton Street, Leicester LE1 1SJ

Web: http://www.soundhouseleicester.co.uk/

Telephone: 07730 570 563