If you’re looking for the best free live music gigs in London, The Bedford in Balham is the answer.

Live music has always been the beating heart of The Bedford. Our passion for promoting and nurturing the stars of the future is unrivalled. We are proud to have given a stage to the likes of Ed Sheeran, Lola Young, Sam Smith, London Grammar, James Morrison, Jorja Smith and George Ezra to name but a few.

As music sensation, James Morrison, says: ‘Go because it’s awesome and you never know you could be standing next to the next rising star’.

Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday night, from 8pm, ‘Live at The Bedford‘ showcases the UK’s finest musical talent in our iconic Club Room.

Although free, our in-house gigs are ticketed in order that you can guarantee a seat, so please do organise this in advance by clicking here. If you are looking for a last-minute walk-in, we do offer availability too.

Click here for the latest new music gig and ticket information. Please note some private shows do sell tickets. Do check our events calendar for full details.

To watch our free music gigs via live streaming follow us on Facebook.

To listen to the best tracks from our favourite past performers click here.

If you think you are the next big thing or would like to perform your music at The Bedford, please send links of music/live video to [email protected].

(Please do not use subscription links like Spotify).

Images courtesy of Brad Inglis.

“I loved playing The Bedford in Balham – It holds fond memories for me and I look forward to coming back one day”
Ed Sheeran 

“The Bedford believed in me, gave me a stage to be seen and a platform to be heard.  I loved those days – we had fun!!!!”
Paolo Nutini

“As a music venue it is out of this world — as this exquisitely proportioned space….… becomes this Aladdin’s Cave, a veritable treasure trove of talent.”
Medium.com