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About The Flapper And Firkin

The Flapper And Firkin is a storied canal-side pub and live music venue in the heart of Birmingham. With a downstairs gig room that hosts vibrant sets in a standing-centric main space and a private-hire basement that can accommodate the section you want seated or host the section you want standing, it’s a flexible home for both intimate shows and larger gatherings. Located on Cambrian Wharf, Kingston Row, B1 2NU, this venue has a rich history—originally The Longboat, renamed The Flapper & Firkin in 1993, and reopened in July 2021 after a near-demolition scare. Whether you’re catching rising stars or established acts, we’ve got you covered for tickets and logistics.

Getting there: The Flapper And Firkin sits in central Birmingham with limited on-street parking. It’s well-served by public transport, with nearest railway stops at New Street, Moor Street, and Snow Hill. For a smooth visit, plan a quick bus or train ride to avoid city-centre parking challenges.

Nearby hotels: If you’re staying nearby, consider

  • Hyatt Regency Birmingham – a short ride or a pleasant stroll from the venue
  • SACO Brindley Place – modern suites just steps away from the canal
  • Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham (Broad Street) – convenient to the city’s nightlife
  • Hilton Garden Inn Brindley Place – comfortable stay within walking distance

We recommend booking your hotel early through trusted partners for best availability.

Nearby dining: The area around The Flapper offers a range of pubs and eateries—great for pre-show meals or post-show drinks. We’ve got affiliate partners lined up for recommended options to fit different tastes and budgets.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: downstairs gig room ~180 (main space); private-hire basement can seat ~150 or host ~180 standing.
  • Address: Cambrian Wharf, Kingston Row, Birmingham, B1 2NU.
  • Venue type: canal-side pub and live music venue; historically The Longboat → The Flapper & Firkin → commonly The Flapper.
  • Seating/chart: no public seating chart published; basement space offers seated capacity ~150 for private events; main room is primarily standing for gigs.
  • Parking & transit: limited on-street parking; well-served by Birmingham city-centre transit (nearest Stations: New Street, Moor Street, Snow Hill).
  • Nearby hotels (examples): Hyatt Regency Birmingham, SACO Brindley Place, Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham (Broad Street), Hilton Garden Inn Brindley Place.
  • Notable events: early performances by notable acts (e.g., Editors in the 2000s); hosts the Off The Cuff festival; widely used as a pre-/post-arena venue due to proximity to Utilita Arena/ICC.
  • Demolished/renamed: built as The Longboat, renamed The Flapper & Firkin in 1993, later simply The Flapper; feared demolition in the 2010s but saved and reopened in July 2021.