The 1865 is Southampton’s largest independent grassroots music and events venue, managed by The Talking Heads (Southampton) Ltd.
With a capacity of more than 750 for standing only gigs, over 500 for club nights or 200-300 seated theatre style.
Inside is a great space with stage and dancefloor viewable from two bars and a large mezzanine. Featuring a top-of-the-range sound system from d&b audio, our flexible seating allows various layouts to suit Live Bands, DJ sets, Comedy, Jazz and Cabaret as well as larger corporate or private functions.