Saltbox - Live Music, Bar & Kitchen
WHERE
Nottingham
What it’s like
Gigs and live music near the Arena, with most events open to 14+ and some strictly 18+.
This is a gig venue that only really comes alive around its events calendar, tied in with what's on at the Arena next door. There's no wandering in on a random Tuesday for a pint, from what they say the doors open on the times printed on your ticket, so that's the one to check before you set off.
Most gigs are 14+, but keep an eye on the listing itself because some are strictly 18+ and they'll say so on the ticket. Tickets are mostly sold through Ticketek in advance, and if a show isn't sold out you can sometimes buy on the door, though the venue itself doesn't sell tickets directly, staff are just there to help on the night.
Access is properly thought through here. There's a step-free entrance, a disabled toilet on the ground floor, a back-of-house lift with notice, and seating available on request if you email or call ahead. Access Card holders can get a 2-for-1 companion ticket, and there's a route for arranging one by email if you need it.
Getting there without a car is easy enough, it's a five-minute walk from the Lace Market tram stop with trams running roughly every seven minutes until midnight, and the train station and both bus stations are a short walk or tram ride away. If you are driving, NCP Stoney Street is the nearest car park.
Facilities
Need to know
- Wheelchairs
- Entrance with no stairs, disabled toilet on ground floor, back of house lift available with prior notice, seating on request
- Getting there by bus or train
- 5-minute walk to Lace Market tram stop (trams every ~7 mins until midnight)
- Doors open at the time printed on your ticket, not a fixed daily schedule.
- The venue itself doesn't sell tickets, so sort yours through the gig listings page beforehand.
- 18+ events aren't always obvious at a glance, so check the individual listing.
- NCP Stoney Street is the closest car park if you're driving in.
Plan your visit
What age can attend gigs here?
Most events are 14+, but some are 18+ and that will be flagged on the website listing or the ticket itself. Worth double-checking the specific gig before you buy.
Do I need to book in advance?
Buying online ahead of time is the safer bet since Ticketek is the main provider. If a gig isn't sold out, some promoters do allow tickets on the door.
Is the venue accessible?
There's a step-free entrance, a ground floor disabled toilet and a lift available with prior notice. Seating can be arranged for accessibility if you get in touch beforehand by email or phone.
How do I get there without driving?
It's about a five-minute walk from the Lace Market tram stop, with trams roughly every seven minutes until midnight. The train station and both bus stations are also a short walk or tram ride away.
What if I need a companion ticket?
Email info@saltboxbar.co.uk with your full name, documentation and event details for accessibility requirements.
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