Every Wednesday in Cheltenham
Kicks off at 21:00
Free entry for performers and audience
Slot length — we’re on it, no info yet
Gear & backline — we’re on it, no info yet
Part of the Cheltenham open mic directory
Cheltenham · Every Wednesday · Free
The Bayshill Open Mic
Cheltenham's wednesday open mic.
Open mic at a glance The Bayshill · Cheltenham
Wednesday
Open mic night
May 2026
Listed since
02 Jun
Last verified
Free
Entry
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Last updated: 2 June 2026
The Bayshill Open Mic — Quick Facts
The Details
Everything you need before you turn up
DayWednesday
Start21:00
Sign-up walk-in
Slot length–
EntryFree · all ages
Capacity–
Performer typesMusic
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
Where
The BayshillCheltenham
Cheltenham — check venue website for parking and nearest station.
Contact
Walk-in sign-up only
No advance booking
Host: in-house team
Highlights
Free entry for all
Walk-in sign-up
Music welcome
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What's on Stage
Equipment and backline available at this venue. We verify and update this section regularly.
PA + monitors
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
In-house engineer
About This Open Mic
The Night
The Bayshill is a friendly traditional Cheltenham pub dating to 1844 (85 St Georges Place, GL50 3PP), and its open mic runs every second Wednesday — a buzzing night that welcomes all kinds of music in any format, separate from the pub's quieter acoustic evening. Expect a warm crowd and plenty of local talent, with a courtyard garden and live-music programme alongside. The exact start time isn't published, so check the pub's What's On before heading down.
About The Bayshill
The Bayshill in Cheltenham embraces the DIY spirit with its bring-your-own PA setup, creating a uniquely intimate atmosphere for artists and audiences alike. Known for its inclusive music policy, the venue welcomes both original compositions and covers across a range of genres, making it a nurturing ground for diverse musical expressions in the heart of the city.
Planning Your Wednesday Night
Arrive early to sign up for a slot. Entry is free and the open mic typically runs until late. Bring your own gear.
Part of the Cheltenham live music scene.
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Common Questions
Seven things people ask before turning up at Cheltenham's The Bayshill open mic.
Walk-in sign-up only, opens at . Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Cheltenham open mic nights for alternatives.
BYO PA, mics and instruments.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
Yes — free entry for performers and audience. Most Cheltenham mics are free; browse the list.
Solo and duo acts work best given the gear available; ask the host before bringing a full band.
Mostly fellow musicians, friends and Cheltenham regulars across the Cheltenham open mic scene. Cheltenham open mic crowds tend to listen attentively.
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