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HOT BOX Live

A centrally located, 110-capacity venue hosting live music and community events every night of the week, covering all genres.

Essex

28-29 Viaduct Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1TS
How to book a gig?
Exterior of the venue, nestled under two stone archways, with black windows. Posters and lit up signs cover the front.

We are a small venue based beneath Chelmsford's railway arches, hosting live music and community events seven days a week. We feature a wide range of musical genres.

What we're looking for

We can offer local support slots to open for touring acts, and headline shows any night of the week. The night offered will depend on how many tickets we believe can be sold.

How to book a gig?

If you'd like to play Hot Box, please email bookings@hotboxlive.co.uk with a link to your music, details of your recent gigs, and an indication of how many people you feel confident you can attract.

How to find HOT BOX Live

28-29 Viaduct Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1TS
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Getting home from HOT BOX Live

Car: There is parking available at a local NCP (behind venue) and Fairfield Road (50m away).

Taxi and bus: We are adjacent to the bus station and taxi rank.

Train: The train station is less than 100 metres away from the venue.

 

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