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About The Doghouse - Loughborough
Welcome to The Doghouse in Loughborough, a historic live music pub located at 69 Nottingham Road in the town center. While the site has a storied past and has seen changes in its occupant over the years, it remains a notable anchor for local music fans and visitors seeking a genuine, unpretentious venue experience. In this guide, we share practical details to help you plan your visit, from seating and parking to nearby places to stay and eat. We’ll also point you toward trusted affiliates for hotel and restaurant bookings to make your trip as smooth as possible.
Note: The venue has undergone changes over time and has been associated with the Greyhound Inn at the same address. For planning purposes, rely on current access information and verify on-site arrangements prior to attending an event.
Location and access: The Doghouse sits in the Nottingham Road area, close to Loughborough town centre. The nearest rail link is Loughborough railway station, making it convenient for visitors arriving by train. The venue’s central location makes it easy to combine a show with a stroll through town or a bite to eat nearby.
Seating and capacity: Specific seating arrangements and capacity details aren’t publicly documented. Expect a compact, intimate setting typical of small live-music pubs, where the focus is on the music and the atmosphere. When tickets are available, secure your seats early to ensure you’re close to the stage.
Parking: Parking details aren’t publicly documented for The Doghouse location. Plan to park in nearby street spots or town-centre car parks and walk to the venue. If you’re staying nearby, consider a local hotel with parking options or confirm parking details when you book.
Nearby hotels (affiliate recommendations): To help you build a convenient stay, consider these nearby options:
- Ramada Loughborough Hotel – 22 High Street
- East Midlands Hotel – 147 Nottingham Road
- The Cedars Hotel – Cedar Road
For easy booking, check the latest rates and availability with our trusted hotel partners.
Nearby dining and drinks: After a show, explore local pubs and restaurants along Nottingham Road and the town centre. We’ve partnered with affiliate restaurants to offer convenient reservations and verified menus for your post-show plans.
Transit and getting around: Loughborough railway station provides rail access to the area, with local taxis and rideshares typically available from the station. The town centre is walkable from the venue, making it simple to combine a night out with a stroll back to your hotel or a late bite to eat.
Notable history: The Doghouse has a legacy of hosting local bands and live music. A notable example is The Go-Katz, who performed at The Doghouse in 1988, illustrating the venue’s long-standing role in the local music scene. If you’re exploring the area’s music heritage, this site offers a glimpse into Loughborough’s live music past.
We’re here to help you secure your seats and plan your visit with reliable, non-pushy guidance. When tickets for upcoming events become available, you’ll find straightforward purchasing options and clear seating notes to match your plans.
Good to know
Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 69 Nottingham Road, Loughborough LE11 1ES.
- Venue type (historical): small live‑music pub; current occupant at the same location is the Greyhound Inn, which is listed as permanently closed and later repurposed.
- Capacity: not publicly documented.
- Seating chart: not publicly documented.
- Parking: not publicly documented.
- Transit: nearest rail access is Loughborough railway station; location is in the Nottingham Road area near the town centre.
- Nearby hotels: Ramada Loughborough Hotel (22 High Street), East Midlands Hotel (147 Nottingham Road), The Cedars Hotel (Cedar Road).
- Notable events hosted: historically hosted local bands; e.g., The Go-Katz performed at The Doghouse in 1988.
- Demolished/renamed: the Doghouse appears to have been renamed/replaced by Greyhound Inn at the same address; Greyhound is listed as closed long term (2017) and the site has been repurposed (fitness studio).