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  • BARK: The Tern / Saint Ronnie / Freya Everest
    BARK: The Tern / Saint Ronnie / Freya Everest
    3 days to the event
    22 Aug 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library Bar, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    22 Aug 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library Bar, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Delighted to be hosting The Tern's EP launch at Music Room at The Old Library.
  • BARK: Sun God / Rinalds Maksimovs / Phoebe Massey
    BARK: Sun God / Rinalds Maksimovs / Phoebe Massey
    16 days to the event
    04 Sept 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    04 Sept 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    We welcome Sun God, Rinalds Maksimovs and Phoebe Massey to Studio 1 of the venue. It will be an exhilarating evening.
  • Nathan Persad: 'Unknown Artist' Album Launch
    Nathan Persad: 'Unknown Artist' Album Launch
    17 days to the event
    05 Sept 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    05 Sept 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Nathan Persad - 'Unknown Artist' Album Launch
  • PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    Multiple Dates
    18 days to the event
    06 Sept 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    06 Sept 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Phil Nice has been a Master of 'Quiz' for several decades, so if you want a Quiz with interesting questions, answers, chocolates and a little fun and nonsense, look no further.
  • THE STATE PENSION
    THE STATE PENSION
    24 days to the event
    12 Sept 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    12 Sept 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    We are the State Pension. Three blokes in their early 60s and one in his late 20s, none of whom is getting the state pension.
  • Andy Smythe & Barry Ewing (Folk)
    Andy Smythe & Barry Ewing (Folk)
    25 days to the event
    13 Sept 2026, 18:00 – 20:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    13 Sept 2026, 18:00 – 20:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    For the evening’s entertainment, they will perform separately but also will unite for some duets! Not to be missed, two stunning voices and very unique performers!
  • Paul Westwood & Paul Clarvis, featuring John & DJ Dan
    Paul Westwood & Paul Clarvis, featuring John & DJ Dan
    32 days to the event
    20 Sept 2026, 18:00 – 20:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    20 Sept 2026, 18:00 – 20:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    This music features various forms of jazz, including elements of rock, funk, blues, dark grooves and world music.
  • Mesadorm Album Launch for 'Comfort and Lies'
    Mesadorm Album Launch for 'Comfort and Lies'
    37 days to the event
    25 Sept 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library Bar, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    25 Sept 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library Bar, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Come and help celebrate the launch of our 3rd album 'Comfort and Lies' with us at the amazing Music Rooms in New Cross Gate!
  • SONIC TONIC PROUDLY PRESENTS: SULKA
    SONIC TONIC PROUDLY PRESENTS: SULKA
    45 days to the event
    03 Oct 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library Bar, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    03 Oct 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library Bar, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Glasgow’s Sulka is the DIY alt-pop project of Lukas Clasen and his new album Bute is out July 2026.
  • PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    Multiple Dates
    46 days to the event
    04 Oct 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    04 Oct 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Phil Nice has been a Master of 'Quiz' for several decades, so if you want a Quiz with interesting questions, answers, chocolates and a little fun and nonsense, look no further.
  • William D Drake - 'Moulded By Industry' - ALBUM LAUNCH
    William D Drake - 'Moulded By Industry' - ALBUM LAUNCH
    52 days to the event
    10 Oct 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    10 Oct 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Moulded By Industry is William D Drake's six album, his first for ten years and a return to the richly layered sonic texture and epic production of his majestic Briny Hooves.
  • SUNDAY JAZZ @ THE OLD LIBRARY - TIM RICHARDS TRIO - FREE ENTRY
    SUNDAY JAZZ @ THE OLD LIBRARY - TIM RICHARDS TRIO - FREE ENTRY
    53 days to the event
    11 Oct 2026, 17:00 – 19:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    11 Oct 2026, 17:00 – 19:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    One of our most popular jazz offerings, pianist Tim Richards brings his fantastic trio to the Old Library Bar. Open from 1pm, live jazz @ 5PM. Tim Richards – piano Alex Keen – double bass Daniel Howard – drums
  • WORD imperfekt: Humdrum Express / Marenghi Beat / Stage Door Guy / The Imperfektionist
    WORD imperfekt: Humdrum Express / Marenghi Beat / Stage Door Guy / The Imperfektionist
    60 days to the event
    18 Oct 2026, 17:00 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    18 Oct 2026, 17:00 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
  • PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    Multiple Dates
    74 days to the event
    01 Nov 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    01 Nov 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Phil Nice has been a Master of 'Quiz' for several decades, so if you want a Quiz with interesting questions, answers, chocolates and a little fun and nonsense, look no further.
  • SUNDAY JAZZ @ THE OLD LIBRARY - TIM RICHARDS TRIO - FREE ENTRY
    SUNDAY JAZZ @ THE OLD LIBRARY - TIM RICHARDS TRIO - FREE ENTRY
    81 days to the event
    08 Nov 2026, 17:00 – 19:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    08 Nov 2026, 17:00 – 19:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    One of our most popular jazz offerings, pianist Tim Richards brings his fantastic trio to the Old Library Bar. Open from 1pm, live jazz @ 5PM. Tim Richards – piano Alex Keen – double bass Daniel Howard – drums
  • PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    Multiple Dates
    109 days to the event
    06 Dec 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    06 Dec 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Phil Nice has been a Master of 'Quiz' for several decades, so if you want a Quiz with interesting questions, answers, chocolates and a little fun and nonsense, look no further.
  • SUNDAY JAZZ @ THE OLD LIBRARY - TIM RICHARDS TRIO - FREE ENTRY
    SUNDAY JAZZ @ THE OLD LIBRARY - TIM RICHARDS TRIO - FREE ENTRY
    116 days to the event
    13 Dec 2026, 17:00 – 19:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    13 Dec 2026, 17:00 – 19:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    One of our most popular jazz offerings, pianist Tim Richards brings his fantastic trio to the Old Library Bar. Open from 1pm, live jazz @ 5PM. Tim Richards – piano Alex Keen – double bass Daniel Howard – drums

THE OLD LIBRARY

BAR & VENUE

Music Room Live is a brand new venture in New Cross Gate, based at The Old Library Bar & Venue, 116-118 New Cross Road, SE14.

 

In our unique character bar and performance area, we will be shortly hosting socially distanced performances from a wide range of artists and musicians. We have various different performance areas on site and also will be live streaming events and gigs. We aim to enhance the incredible diversity and energy of New Cross Gate, promoting a diverse mix of artists.

 

Our venue has been lovingly restored to provide an amazing environment for performers and audiences alike. We have a new bar area serving local beers, ales and wine, with safety being a priority. We want everyone in the local community and beyond to be part of our celebration of arts and creativity.

WHAT'S ON

PAST EVENTS @ THE OLD LIBRARY

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