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Southbound Cafe - Bar

Smooth wines, continental beers and weekly live music; all in a railway arch in Leamington’s gritty South Town

16/06/2026

Southbound is proud to be part of Everywhere At Once powered by The National Lottery. The UK’s biggest music festival is on your doorstep.

From 26th–28th June, experience live music on a massive scale with 1,200+ gigs, 500+ venues, and 1 incredible weekend celebrating grassroots music across the UK.

Closer to the music. Where local matters. Where everyone belongs.

Join us for live performances from:
Jack Blackman and the Beautiful Wreck
Sugar Daddies
Phil Moffett

Come and be part of a nationwide celebration of live music, right here at Southbound.

🎟️ Tickets available via our stories, bio and links.

14/06/2026

Last minute correction to this afternoon’s gig! Chris will be joined by Kevin Dempsey. Kevin is one of the most sought-after musicians on the UK folk scene and beyond.

The bar is open until 21:00 and the music is from 16:00 to 18:00.

Kevin Dempsey

13/06/2026

Guess who’s Bac(ch)... Bac(ch) again...
wine Bacchus has returned, grab a bottle before it’s gone!

10/06/2026

What’s on at Southbound…

FUNKster Friday 12 June 8pm
Popular and long-running West Midlands Funk and Soul outfit FUNKster are delighted to return to Southbound following their spectacular show back in January. This time, armed with more new tunes from the likes of M People, Al Green and the Isley Brothers, this band with a huge sound and fronted by vocalist Sarah Allington-Clench will raise the temperature and have you dancing in the aisles.

Slim Jim Blues Saturday 13 June 8pm
Slim Jim Blues are a dirty blues band who play with a hill country swagger. Comprising of Slim Williams (drums), 2BadJim (guitar, vocal and cigar box) and TJ Harpenstein (harmonica, vocals and occasional cane flute)

Chris Gibbons Band Sunday 14 June 4pm
Chris grew up in the London blues boom of the late 60s and, having turned down Ian Fraser ( Free ) for his bass player, he formed a band with members of American blues man Freddie King’s backing group including Lou Martin (later Rory Gallagher) and was offered a record deal, first recording with the Bee Gees arranger and orchestra at London’s Olympic studios.

09/06/2026

We’re turning up the volume on Saturday 13th June as Slim Jim Blues bring their foot-stomping blues to Southbound, live from 8pm.

Settle in with a drink, and join us for another unforgettable night of live music.

*Disclaimer: The volume won’t actually be getting turned up 😉

08/06/2026

Follow the rainbow… a pot of gold can’t pour you a pint anyway 🌈

07/06/2026

We’re back open from 12pm and from 4pm we’ll be joined by the incredibly talented .

Cold drinks, great company, and live music – the perfect way to round off the weekend.

Get down early, grab a table, and make a day of it. See you at Southbound!

05/06/2026

FILM NIGHT: Paris, Texas

Join us on Tuesday 23 June for Wim Wenders’ masterpiece Paris, Texas — a hauntingly beautiful road movie that remains one of cinema’s most celebrated achievements.

After disappearing for four years, Travis Henderson emerges from the desert and embarks on an emotional journey to reconnect with his son and search for the woman he lost. Featuring a career-defining performance from Harry Dean Stanton, breathtaking cinematography by Robbie Müller, and Ry Cooder’s iconic score, this Palme d’Or-winning classic is an unforgettable cinematic experience.

🗓 Tuesday 23 June 2026
🎥 Film starts: 7:00pm
🍷 Bar opens: 6:00pm

Book your tickets now and experience one of the greatest films ever made on the big screen. Eventbrite ticket link is in our bio.

04/06/2026

You know who a you are 👀

03/06/2026

What’s on at Southbound…

Steve Kopandy Thursday 4 June 8pm
Steve Kopandy has spent the better part of two decades with a guitar in his hand, playing everywhere from local bars to stages across the globe. He’s a songwriter through and through, with a back catalogue that leans into honest pop, alternative rock, and everything in between.

Lisa Curley Band Friday 5 June 8pm
Jazzy, soulful vocals ingrained in the local jazz scene, bringing eclectic covers - Caro Emerald, Peggy Lee, Amy Winehouse, Nina Simone, Dusty Springfield. Fresh off the Rugby Bike Fest Stage, with Stewart Duthie, Ian Hill, Aaron Maloney and Niall Feldman.

Two Piece Blues Saturday 6 June 8pm
Southbound’s resident blues band with Tom Young on guitar and vocals, Rich Cargill on drums and Terry Villars on bass. Yes we know that technically they are a three-piece outfit but what’s in a name. Two Piece Blues play a selection of very old Delta Blues tunes, they love a bit of Tom Waits, and they have a growing collection of authentic originals.

Clemency Sunday 7 June 4pm
Nina Bailey and Ben Clempson formed Clemency in 2017. As singer/songwriters they collaborate to create music that has a new folk vibe.

Address

Unit 12, Victoria Business Centre, Neilston Street
Leamington Spa
CV312AZ

Opening Hours

Wednesday	11am - 11pm
Thursday	11am - 11pm
Friday	12pm - 11pm
Saturday	12pm - 11pm
Sunday	12pm - 9pm

Website

http://www.southboundcafebar.uk/

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