Crash may not be the most glamorous venue, but it offers fantastic, well-priced and well-located rehearsal space for up-and-coming bands in Liverpool.

Located just off Dale Street, Crash has a number of rehearsal rooms housed in a large old building (maybe an old warehouse). Most of the rooms are spacious and well-equipped with PA systems and sound-proofing. There is also a communal bar area where musicians gather and chew the fat over gigs and ideas. Oh, and if you forget any strings etc you can pick them up at a reasonable price from reception.

I have used Crash a number of times and have always been struck by how friendly the staff and patrons are. There's a really great music scene in the city and you really feel part of it here.

My only slight criticism is that the could be better parking facilities. Other than that it has a lot of character and does all the basic things well. However, make sure you book ahead as it gets quite busy!