An inclusive celebration of music of all genres amidst the vibrant cultural heritage of Southampton. Culminating in an annual multi-venue music festival on 13th/14th September. We exist for the musicians and the people of Southampton.

The Undercroft is particularly elaborate with its vaulted ceiling, carvings of human heads and large fireplace. Traces of paint have been found in some places so the whole interior was probably once richly painted. As the wine vaults acted as showrooms as well as stores, this might have been designed to impress prospective buyers. The wine was mostly sold wholesale to the butlers of the aristocracy who were sent to Southampton by their masters to buy a cask or two at a time.

Through utilising the fascinating history and heritage event in combination with our local celebration of live music, Music in the City should culminate in a totally unique experience for the people of Southampton and the wider community. The Undercroft is one of 7 different vaults open especially for the event, all with their own unique character and atmosphere, elevated through the live music being performed. The live music is diverse with all types of genres and artists performing including folk, rock, sea shanties, afrobeats, choirs and more.

Timings & Tours 

Saturday 13th September: 12:30pm - 5:30pm

Sunday 14th September: 12pm - 4pm

Location & directions 

Directions: We will have volunteers stood at the top of the stairs to guide people down

Contact on day: Chris

Telephone number: +447966363968

Booking information 

Pre-booking requirement: Pre-booking not required

Accessibility Details

The vault is accessed through two flights of stone steps so need to be careful especially if it has rained recently