Skiddle - Event Technology Platform Review

The UK's largest independent ticketing platform and event discovery guide.

Skiddle is the UK's largest independent ticketing platform and event guide, connecting millions of music fans with clubs, festivals, gigs, and live events across the United Kingdom. Founded in 2001 in Lancashire, Skiddle has grown from a local listings site into a full-service ticketing and event discovery platform trusted by thousands of UK promoters and venues. The platform offers a powerful event discovery engine, box office management, door management tools, and marketing features including email campaigns, social promotions, and affiliate networks. Skiddle is particularly strong in the club, dance music, and festival sectors, with deep relationships across the UK nightlife and live music industries.

Key Features

• Online ticket sales
• Event discovery marketplace
• Box office management
• Door management app
• Email marketing
• Social media promotion
• Affiliate network
• Real-time analytics
• Reserved seating
• Multi-ticket types

Pros

• Largest independent UK ticketing platform
• Strong event discovery for fans
• Excellent for club and festival events
• Free to list events
• Comprehensive promoter tools

Cons

• UK-focused, limited international reach
• Booking fees can be high for budget events
• Less suited for corporate or B2B events
• Smaller marketplace than Eventbrite globally

Best For

UK-based promoters, venues, and festival organisers looking for a trusted domestic ticketing platform with strong event discovery.

Pricing

Booking fees typically 10% of ticket price (charged to buyer). Free to list events.