The universe of Gong began in 1969 when Daevid Allen was inspired by a profound psychedelic vision. A founder member of Soft Machine, Allen incorporated his spiritual and metaphysical leanings into an evolving collective, more a mythology than a band in the conventional sense. The current incarnation, who were put together by Daevid before his swansong album with Gong, ‘I See You’, honour his intention that Gong do not die with him, urging the band to “carry it on into new unknown heights and depths far beyond anything I could ever imagine myself”.
The collective is the most stable in Gong’s illustrious history, having written, recorded and toured together for eleven years since Allen’s passing. A dynamic, powerful and explosive live band, their music draws from the credo of the original Gong while remaining committed to pushing the composition, performances and message into new realms, paying no mind to nostalgia. Gong in 2026 continue the ethics, attitude and lifestyle that was always woven into the fabric of the band.
- Main Venue: +44 01992 555222
- Box Office: +44 01992 555222
- Located at main box office entrance
- Ticket pickup with photo ID required
- Available 1 hour before event start time
- Pre-booked tickets held for 30 minutes prior to event
- Limited street parking on Fore Street
- Public car park within 5-minute walking distance
- Disabled parking spaces available nearby
- No dedicated venue parking
- Ground floor wheelchair accessible
- Designated wheelchair spaces
- Companion seats available
- Hearing loop system installed
- No outside food or drinks
- No smoking anywhere in venue
- Photography/recording typically prohibited during performances
- Age restrictions may apply depending on event
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by adult
- Recommended age limits vary by performance
- Infant/booster seats available upon request
- Some adult-only events may have strict age restrictions
