Dreadnought Rock
Established in 1972 at the Old Dreadnought Hotel the Rock Disco became a Legend in its’ own right for a great night out and still remains the case 50 years on.
About Dreadnought Rock
| 14 - 16 King Street, Bathgate EH48 1AX | |
| 01506632879 | |
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Since those early 70’s the mix of good rock music, the people and good company have made and still make for many a good night at the Dreadnought. The infancy of disco was adapted to play only Rock tracks round the back of the Hotel and the rest is history as they would say.
From those early days in the function room at the Dreadnought Hotel it has slowly evolved over the decades with new audiences, new Rock tunes, new technology and a new two level venue.
Many will have their favourite times at the Old Hotel, no doubt about that but due to factors out with everyone’s control in 2006 few options were left for the Rock Crew when Swallow Hotels went into administration taking the legendary Rock Club with it….well nearly. Sadly falling into decay since we had no option to leave and despite everyone’s fondness of the old place realistically it’s never coming back and like it or not King Street is our new home of Rock which is still run and operated by the same team for all those decades.
We now have a more distinctive and unique Rock Club than ever before with the Spirit of the Dreadnought from the last 50 years still present, very much alive and still rocking on TWO new levels every weekend.
Our regular Rock nights are still known all over Scotland and although we have had to move from our spiritual home the Dreadnought continues on in its very own customised premises on King Street Bathgate EVERY Friday and Saturday Night.
Live music on our live level coupled to the Nightclub makes it the place to come if you love your Live Music and a great night out despite all the covid pandemic could throw at us.
Still playing the best anthem tunes from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s 00’s right upto date in a safe and relaxed atmosphere on the two levels.
Oh and Contrary to most stories you may hear there’s not a lot of hairy leather clad bikers head banging all night long. Just some great people who enjoy their music, have a bit fun and a great night out at a Live session or in the Nightclub.
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Upcoming Events at Dreadnought Rock
GI JOES BAND - Cover Night
GI JOES BAND returns to Dreadnought on Friday 16th January with a set list of classic songs from the sixties through to the present day!
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The Silverman Fest All Day Psych Experience
The Silverman Fest, a full day of some of the best Scottish based Alt Rock, Stoner and Psych influenced bands all under one roof, returns to Dreadnought Rock on Saturday 14th February!
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The Head Hunters - Rock Covers Show
Catch The Head Hunters when they play Dreadnought Rock for the first time on Friday 20th March!
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Anchor Lane
Undoubtedly one of the most exciting bands to come out of Scotland in recent years, don't miss Anchor Lane at Dreadnought Rock on Sunday 22nd March!
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Covers-Fest
COVERS-FEST is an all day live music show coming to Dreadnought Rock on Saturday 4th April and will feature five top covers bands!
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The Gimme Gimme Gimmes
The Gimme Gimme Gimmes return to Dreadnought Rock for another night of mayhem on Saturday 11th April along with Heaven & Hellvis and Savage Cut!
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Hellbent Forever - The Definitive Judas Priest Tribute
Hellbent Forever, the definitive Judas Priest tribute, return to Bathgate's Dreadnought Rock on Saturday 2nd May!
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Lizzie & the Banshees
Due to overwhelming support after announcing retirement in 2024, Lizzie & the Banshees are back! Don't miss them live at Dreadnought Rock on Saturday 30th May!
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Blockbustarz 70’s Glam Rock Tribute
Blockbustarz bring their 70's Glam Rock Tribute to Dreadnought Rock for a superb night of live music which will take you back to a golden era of music that will never be forgotten!
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