The Porter Cottage Open Mic

The Porter Cottage runs an open mic every Sunday in Sheffield. The night kicks off around 7pm. Entry is free for performers and audience. PA + vocal mic are provided; bring your own instrument and amp. This listing is part of the Sheffield open mic directory.

The Porter Cottage in Sharrow, Sheffield hosts a weekly open mic on Sunday evenings. A traditional pub offering a warm atmosphere and a selection of drinks.

150 minutes, roughly 25 acts at 6 minutes each.

Sign-up process Sign-up details are not specified online. It is likely a walk-in sign-up on the night. Arrive early to secure a slot.

Getting there Sharrow Vale Rd, Sharrow, S11 8ZF. Located in the Sharrow area of Sheffield.

The venue A traditional pub. 18+ age policy. Features a selection of real ales and a friendly local atmosphere.

About The Porter Cottage

The Porter Cottage is one of Sheffield's open-mic venues on GigXchange — the kind of grass-roots room where new acts get their first stage time and the regulars shape the vibe of the night. Setup, signup process and crowd vary, so always cross-check the details panel above and arrive early if you want a slot.

Planning your Sunday night

Slot allocation is decided on the night, so turn up early to put your name down. Note: this is a 18+ venue.

It's a PA-and-vocal-mic setup, so bring your own instrument and a small amp if you need one. There's no drum kit or guitar amp on stage.

If Sunday doesn't suit, browse the rest of the Sheffield open-mic scene for other nights of the week, or check the UK directory for venues nearer to you. Once you've played a few, see our guide on how to land paid gigs as an independent UK artist.