A new study has revealed the UK’s top 10 indie music venues outside of London, and one of our very own has come up trumps.
But it really comes as no surprise.
It’s no doubt that independent music venues are the real backbone of the UK’s thriving music scene.
It’s thanks to these top class venues that new artists are able to perform and with it, fresh new talent is launched into the mainstream.
But, what independent venues specifically have captured the hearts of the nation?
Well to find out, Betway analysed social media and Google review data to unveil the top ten stand out above the rest.
Coming in at number three is our very own Brudenell Social Club. If you’re a lover of anything music related, you’ll have heard of this spot.
Originally a Leeds working men’s club, Brudenell has gained legendary status in the indie music scene and is the highest-rated venue in the top five, with a whopping 4.8 stars. Yep, we’ll take that.
It also racked up nearly 21,000 Instagram posts and 397 TikTok hashtags.
A true Leeds landmark loved by artists and spectators alike, we’re very lucky indeed to have this grassroots venue in our wonderful city and we’ll do all we can so that they can stick around.
Beating Brudenell in the top two spots are SWG3 in Glasgow at number one and The Cavern Club in Liverpool at number two.
Here’s the full ranking for the most popular indie music venues in the UK outside of London:
- SWG3, Glasgow
- The Cavern Club, Liverpool
- Brudenell Social Club, Leeds
- King Tut’s, Glasgow
- Band on The Wall, Manchester
- The Barrowland Ballroom, Glasgow
- Rock City, Nottingham
- Pop Recs, Sunderland
- Future Yard, Birkenhead
- Peggy’s Skylight, Nottingham
What do we reckon then? Are you happy with our ranking or do you think we deserved to snap up the top spot.
Once thing’s for sure, we fancy going to a gig at Brudenell Social Club this weekend. Who fancies it?
You can see what’s on at Brudenell Social Club here.
Featured image – The Hoot Leeds
