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Southampton Nightlife

From traditional pubs to chic bars, Southampton has a thriving nightlife. There are several bars in the Ocean Village overlooking the marina that are appealing places for a drink.

Bars in Southampton

Duke of Wellington

The 13th-century, half-timbered Duke of Wellington is a traditional old ales house with a decent bar menu.

36 Bugle Street
Tel: (023) 8033 9222.

The Hobbit

The Hobbit has a large outdoor seating area, regular live music, and stays open until 0300 (until 0200 on Sunday). Located close to the university, it is a popular venue with students.

134 Bevois Valley Road
Tel: (023) 8023 2591.
Website: www.thehobbitpub.co.uk

The Red Lion

Try The Red Lion, one of Southampton's oldest inns. Dating back to the 12th century, it still retains its minstrels' gallery, a huge fireplace and the Court Room where the trial of conspirators, who plotted to murder Henry V, took place in 1415.

55 High Street
Tel: (023) 8033 3595.

Clubs in Southampton

Ikon - Diva

Southampton's Ikon - Diva nightclub is a huge, split-level club with lots of themed nights. Ikon, situated on the top level, has over-18s entry, whilst Diva downstairs offers over-25s entry only on Friday and Saturday nights.

Oceana, West Quay Road
Tel: (023) 8033 3003.

Junk Club

Modern, stylish and trendy, this club is fairly new to the Southampton club scene but attracts large crowds, thanks to top-name DJs, and its mix of mainly house, dance and R&B music.

55 London Road
Tel: (023) 8033 5511.

Live Music in Southampton

Platform Tavern

Located in the historic dockland area, this laid-back watering hole has a solid reputation for live music, with the focus on blues bands. Live music is offered on Sundays and Thursdays, featuring local musicians as well as touring bands.

Town Quay
Tel: (023) 8033 7232.
Website: www.platformtavern.com

Southampton Guildhall

For bigger acts, try the Southampton Guildhall, which has hosted bands from Pink Floyd and David Bowie in the 1970s to the Killers and Amy Winehouse.

Civic Centre, West Marlands Road
Tel: (023) 8063 2601.
Website: www.livenation.co.uk/southampton

Music and Dance in Southampton

Mayflower Theatre

Culture vultures should definitely head to the Mayflower Theatre, the largest theatre in southern England. It opened in 1928 and puts on an impressive programme of musicals, ballet, traditional pantomime, opera and comedy acts.

Commercial Road
Tel: (023) 8071 1811.
Website: www.the-mayflower.com

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