LIVE MUSIC VENUE & NIGHTCLUB
Live Music & Nightclub Open every weekend
The Dreadnought is a live music venue and nightclub located in Bathgate, West Lothian, Scotland. It's known for hosting a variety of events, including a wide variety of live events every weekend, club nights, and other music-related activities.
Although known for playing predominately Rock oriented music in the Nightclub as it has done for 50plus years it's the popular rock tunes from the 70's - 00's that generally gets played and requested most often.
The venue has built a reputation as a significant part of the local music scene, attracting both local and touring bands, as well as music lovers of different genres.
If you're planning to visit, you can expect a vibrant, welcoming and safe atmosphere with regular events, catering to different tastes in music.
It has been and still is an iconic part of Bathgate's nightlife and culture for over FIVE DECADES.
What We Do Every Weekend of the Year
NIGHTCLUB
After each live show downstairs we ROCK ON UPSTAIRS
to 3am EVERY Friday and Saturday night playing all the classics people still want to hear from the 70's, 80's, 90's and 00's. Granted it's predominantly Rock Based Music just like the last 50 plus years. Probably why we have and always will rock EVERY WEEKEND.
LIVE SHOWS - Every Weekend !
Upcoming Events
6 days to the eventFri 13 MarSpike is the founder and front man of the Quireboys - one of the UK’s most enduring rock 'n' roll bands. A band that's been through different chapters and had different line-ups, but Spike is the constant throughout. He's back with Chris H for a late night of Stories and Songs.
7 days to the eventSat 14 MarThe ultimate progressive rock tribute show, performing the classics by the masters of the genre.From ‘Musical Box’ by Genesis on the album Foxtrot to ’Yours is no Disgrace’ by Yes-opening track on the first album of the classic line-up to many more in between.
13 days to the eventFri 20 MarScotland's Classic Rock Covers Band play a tribute to the greatest rock bands of all time. From AC/DC to ZZ Top!
14 days to the eventSat 21 MarStatus No join us for another cracking night of all things QUO capturing the authentic boogie sound much loved by Quo heads everywhere.
15 days to the eventSun 22 MarIN ASSOCIATION WITH NO HALF MEASURES AND ON POINT TOURING. Anchor Lane, who cite a wide range of influences including Nothing but Thieves, Royal Blood, Biffy Clyro, Queens of the Stone Age, Muse and Foo Fighters are undoubtedly one of the most exciting bands to come out of Scotland in recent years.
20 days to the eventFri 27 MarWL/Edinburgh based rock covers band with a considerable pedigree.
21 days to the eventSat 28 MarOver 40 classic hits and fan favourites to draw upon as well as special full album performances. After a SOLD OUT SHOW in 2025 make sure you lock in a ticket for this one.
26 days to the eventFri 03 AprA superb trio of bands all from the Central Belt of Scotland. Not one to miss and tickets are just £5 in advance !!
27 days to the eventSat 04 AprOver the years we have hosted and pulled off some amazing ALL DAY live music shows. From RUSHFEST, THE GATHERINGS and more recently the SILVERMAN FEST, the later two back in 2026 again. So we thought it well overdue to put together an ALL DAY COVERS SHOW for you now too !!!!
34 days to the eventSat 11 AprTHE now WORLD FAMOUS......... (as they globe trotted a wee bit in 2025) THE GIMME GIMME GIMMES are back in Bathgate for another night of mayhem with some top support.
40 days to the eventFri 17 AprCelebrating the music of PINK FLOYD and FLEETWOOD MAC all wrapped into one great live show featuring NINE mighty fine musicians. Not one to be missed especially after the feedback and reviews of their two last shows.
41 days to the eventSat 18 AprAfter the debut of a new FREE and BAD COMPANY TRIBUTE to the Dreadnought featuring a wealth of local musicians in 2025 its a pleasure to welcome back ALL RIGHT NOW with an ever expanding set list.
48 days to the eventSat 25 AprThe No1 tribute to The Stranglers are back in 2026 where they love play up in Scotland - Dreadnoughtrock. Tickets online now. Doors 7pm.
55 days to the eventSat 02 MayHellbent Forever was forged in the furnace in late 2008 by Priest fans who wanted to bring the flamboyant stage of Judas Priest to the masses. Grab a Ticket and come get some PRieeeeeeeeeest in your life.
62 days to the eventSat 09 MayBeyond Jovi have brought a great night of Bon Jovi to the Dreadnought. This their 10th Anniversary year appearing at the only place that ROCKS.
69 days to the eventSat 16 MayPlaying at Dreadnoughtrock for WELL over a decade it's always a pleasure to welcome back Scotland's very own tribute to THIN LIZZY. Nearly two hours of all the classics that always goes down a treat.
83 days to the eventSat 30 MayIt's and absolute honour to announce LIZZIE and the BANSHEES are back in BATHGATE in 2026. Tickets are a MUST !
97 days to the eventSat 13 JunBACK in BATHGATE Rocking the foundations are AC/DC GB. What a way to warm up to Scotland's World Cup adventure coming later on in the early hours. AC/DC or Scotland tops a MUST !!
117 days to the eventFri 03 JulClassics from 1972 onwards featuring The Eagles, Steely Dan, The Doobie Bros, Ace, Bowie, Genesis, Queen, The Foo's and much much more.
118 days to the eventSat 04 JulFeaturing former members of The Glitter Band and well established Scottish tribute and covers bands, we aim to recreate the sound and the look of the original artists, bringing venues the absolute best tribute to the 1970s Glam Rock era.
5 Star Reviews from Gig Goers
5 Stars
Iain Stewart
STRAIGHTEN OUT
A Brilliant night again from the best tribute band in the UK and the best rock venue in the UK
5 Stars
Lorna Allan
PRETTY AS P!NK
Fabulous night, band were brilliant. First tine seeing them, would definitely see them again 🤩
5 Stars
Linda Kelly
METAL MILITIA
Great venue great staff & bands are always amazing