Get ready to pour some sugar on Southampton as Ultimate Leppard—the UK’s premier tribute to Def Leppard—returns to The 1865 on Saturday 12th September 2026! Widely acclaimed as “the next best thing to Def Leppard,” Ultimate Leppard delivers a stunning recreation of the Sheffield rock icons who sold over 100 million albums globally. From roaring power ballads to soaring dual-guitar harmonies and stadium anthems like Pour Some Sugar On Me, Hysteria, and Photograph, this high-energy 1980s nostalgia trip is an absolute must-see for hard rock fans.
Ultimate Leppard Show Dates & Opening Times
Schedule and evening timing details for the concert at The 1865:
- Event Date: Saturday 12th September 2026.
- Opening Times: Doors open at 7:00 PM, with the show running from 7:30 PM until 11:00 PM.
Concert Highlights & Repertoire
Featured music and production details for this hard rock tribute show:
- The UK’s No. 1 Def Leppard Tribute: Highly regarded as “the next best thing to Def Leppard,” faithfully re-creating the stadium energy, twin-guitar solos, and signature vocal harmonies.
- Stadium Rock Setlist: Packed with classic 1980s hard rock anthems including Pour Some Sugar On Me, Hysteria, Photograph, Animal, Rock of Ages, and Love Bites.
- Authentic Live Production: Bringing the sound, feel, and spectacle of one of rock history’s most successful bands (with over 100 million albums sold) straight to Southampton.
- Age Restriction Policy: Strictly 8+ event. Attendees under 14 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult over 18.
Ticket Information & Box Office Booking
Pricing and reservation options for The 1865:
- Ticket Pricing: General admission tickets are priced at £17.33 each (plus standard online booking fees).
- Direct Booking: Reserve online directly through the official venue box office portal.
How to Get to The 1865
Travel options for reaching The 1865, located at Brunswick Square, Southampton (SO14 3AR):
- By Car: Easily accessible from the M3 (Junction 14) or M27, following city centre signs toward St Mary’s and Brunswick Square.
- By Train: Southampton Central Station is roughly a 15-minute walk or a short taxi ride away through the city centre.
- By Bus: Frequent local bus services stop nearby along Queensway, Bernard Street, and Oxford Street.
The 1865 Parking Information
Parking options around Brunswick Square:
- On-Street Parking: Pay-and-display parking is available along Brunswick Square and Queensway.
- Nearby Car Parks: Perma-Park Brunswick Square surface car park, College Street Car Park (SO14 3EJ), and Eastgate Street Multi-Storey Car Park (SO14 3HB) are all located within a short 3 to 5-minute walk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Ultimate Leppard performing at The 1865?
- The performance takes place on Saturday 12th September 2026. Doors open at 7:00 PM, with the show running from 7:30 PM until 11:00 PM.
- Where is The 1865 located?
- The 1865 is located at Brunswick Square, Southampton (SO14 3AR).
- How much are tickets for Ultimate Leppard?
- General admission tickets are priced at £17.33 each.
- Are there age restrictions for this show?
- The age limit is 8+. Anyone under 14 years old must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over.
- What music does Ultimate Leppard perform?
- The band performs a comprehensive set of Def Leppard’s greatest hits and stadium anthems, including Pour Some Sugar On Me, Hysteria, Photograph, and Love Bites.
- Where can I park near The 1865?
- Pay-and-display parking is available along Brunswick Square and Queensway. Nearby car parks include Perma-Park Brunswick Square surface car park, College Street Car Park (SO14 3EJ), and Eastgate Street Multi-Storey Car Park (SO14 3HB), all within a 3 to 5-minute walk.