A Grade II-listed country pub high up at Upper Llanover near Abergavenny, the Goose & Cuckoo hosts an open mic on the last Sunday of every month from 7pm. It's an inclusive session — bands, singers and spoken-word performers all welcome — set in a characterful free house known for its real ale and remote hillside setting. Free for performers and audience alike.
About The Goose & Cuckoo
The Goose & Cuckoo is a remote, Grade II-listed country pub up at Upper Llanover in the Monmouthshire hills near Abergavenny, the kind of well-hidden local that rewards the drive. It hosts an open-mic night on the last Sunday of every month and often draws impromptu live sessions from local musicians, alongside its annual Goosefest. A characterful, real-ale-led spot for relaxed acoustic and folk music.
Planning Your Sunday Night
Arrive early to sign up for a slot. Entry is free and the open mic typically runs until late. Bring your own gear.
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Mostly fellow musicians, friends and Abergavenny regulars across the Abergavenny open mic scene. Abergavenny open mic crowds tend to listen attentively.