Live at The 1865 in Southampton: Otway and Barrett ‘ s Hit Anniversary Tour
Sunday, 28 February 2027 at The 1865, Southampton
About this event
At The 1865 in Southampton on Sunday, 28 February 2027: Otway and Barrett ‘ s Hit Anniversary Tour. Featuring John Otway and Wild Willy Barrett.
The 1865 Presents
Otway and Barrett ‘ s Hit Anniversary Tour Sunday 28th February 2027
The 1865
John Otway and Wild Willy Barrett return to The 1865, Southampton in 2027 to celebrate 50 years since their hit single Really Free and that infamous Old Grey Whistle Test appearance!
Still jousting after all these years, expect a brilliantly unpredictable mix of hilarious chaos, outrageous antics and superb musicianship from one of Britain’s most enduring musical partnerships.
About John Otway
Rock · Punk · Singer-songwriter
John Otway is an English guitarist and singer-songwriter with two hit records - 1977's "Really Free" with Wild Willy Barrett and the 2002 disco pastiche "Bunsen Burner". He has performed over 5,000 gigs and in 2022 received an honorary doctorate from Oxford Brookes University. He has built a sizeable cult audience through extensive touring, a surreal sense of humour and self-deprecating underdog persona.
Event details
- Date
- Sunday, 28 February 2027
- Time
- 19:00 – 23:00 local time
- Venue
- The 1865
- Address
- Brunswick Square, SO14 3AR, Southampton, United Kingdom
- Price
- Price not announced yet
- Category
- Concerts · Rock
Venue & getting there
Brunswick Square, SO14 3AR, Southampton
How to get to The 1865
- Wetherspoons Southampton CentralTrain290 m
4 min walk - Southampton Terminus railway stationTrain320 m
4 min walk - Red FunnelFerry400 m
5 min walk
Parking
4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 70 m away.
Hotels near The 1865
- Town or Country - Serviced Accommodation90 mCheck prices
- Room2 Southampton Hometel120 mCheck prices
- Cargo150 mCheck prices
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Your visit to The 1865
- Date
- Sunday, 28 February 2027
- Starts
- 19:00
- Getting there
- Wetherspoons Southampton Central (train), 290 m – about 4 min on foot
- Parking
- 4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 70 m away
- Staying nearby
- 9 hotels within walking distance; the closest is Town or Country - Serviced Accommodation (90 m)
Every upcoming John Otway date
- The Sweet with special guest John OtwayKK's Steel Mill, Wolverhampton
- John Otway Big Band Christmas PartyLavenham Village Hall, Lavenham
- John Otway Big Band Christmas PartyThe Mill Arts & Events Centre, Bellingham Ln
- The John Otway Big BandThe Crescent, York
Also at The 1865 that week
Good to know
When is “Otway and Barrett ‘ s Hit Anniversary Tour”?
Otway and Barrett ‘ s Hit Anniversary Tour takes place on Sunday, 28 February 2027 at 19:00 local time.
Where is “Otway and Barrett ‘ s Hit Anniversary Tour” held?
Venue: The 1865, Brunswick Square, SO14 3AR, Southampton, United Kingdom.
How much are tickets for “Otway and Barrett ‘ s Hit Anniversary Tour”?
Prices have not been published yet. Follow the ticket link for the latest information from the official seller.
Where can I buy tickets for “Otway and Barrett ‘ s Hit Anniversary Tour”?
Tickets are sold through the official listing linked on this page, where you can check availability and the final price.
How do I get to The 1865 by public transport?
The closest stop is Wetherspoons Southampton Central (train), 290 m from The 1865 – roughly 4 minutes on foot.
Can I park near The 1865?
There are 4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 70 m away.
Where else is John Otway performing?
John Otway also has 4 more dates coming up, for example Wolverhampton (11 Dec 2026), Lavenham (19 Dec 2026) and Bellingham Ln (20 Dec 2026).
