The Cock & Bull is a gastropub and inn on the old A90 just north of Balmedie, outside Aberdeen, named 'Scottish Gastropub of the Year' in 2012. It has a strong Scottish golfing theme, a real fire, four rooms to stay in, a garden and a marquee for functions, and Balmedie beach is two miles away. Live music is occasional rather than weekly, with upcoming events posted on the pub's Facebook page.
Aberdeen · Every Sunday · No fee listed
The Cock & Bull Open Mic
Weekly Sunday open mic night at The Cock & Bull in Balmedie, Aberdeen, welcoming all local talent.
Next night: Sun 15 Nov. Kick-off 19:00. No fee listed.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
At a glance
Checked 19 Oct 202619:00
Kick-off
Sundays
sign-up on the nightSundays
| Night | Every Sunday |
| Sign-up | Walk-in |
| Slot | Ask the host |
| Entry | No fee listed · all ages |
| Backline | PA provided |
01 — Inside the room
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| Website | thecockandbull.co.uk |
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03 — The night
Every SundayHow the night runs
19:00
Kick-off
SundaysRunning order
19:00 Kick-off
23:00 Venue closes
04 — Find The Cock & Bull
AberdeenGetting there
Ellon Rd,
Aberdeen AB23 8XY
Aberdeen AB23 8XY
05 — What's on stage
2 provided · 5 TBC| PA system | Provided |
| Drum kit | TBC |
| Guitar amp | TBC |
| Bass amp | TBC |
| Keys / keyboard | TBC |
| 2 vocal mics | Provided |
| In-house engineer | TBC |
06 — About
AberdeenAbout the night
The Cock & Bull on Ellon Road in Balmedie, just north of Aberdeen, is a traditional Scottish country pub and restaurant, open daily from 9.30am to 9pm and known for its brunch, afternoon teas and Sunday roasts. It has been listed as hosting a Sunday-evening open mic from 7pm, but we couldn't confirm the night still runs: the pub's own website doesn't advertise any music nights and points to its Facebook page for all upcoming events — so check there before heading out.
Sign-up process
No advance booking has been advertised; sign-up is typically on the night.
Getting there
Ellon Rd, Balmedie, Aberdeen, AB23 8XY.
The venue
A traditional Scottish pub and restaurant with a bar and kitchen serving food through the day. All ages are welcome.
The Cock & Bull is a gastropub and inn on the old A90 just north of Balmedie, outside Aberdeen, named 'Scottish Gastropub of the Year' in 2012. It has a strong Scottish golfing theme, a real fire, four rooms to stay in, a garden and a marquee for functions, and Balmedie beach is two miles away. Live music is occasional rather than weekly, with upcoming events posted on the pub's Facebook page.
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Aberdeen · Every Sunday
The Cock & Bull Open Mic
Weekly Sunday open mic night at The Cock & Bull in Balmedie, Aberdeen, welcoming all local talent. Starts at 19:00.
- Sunday
- Open mic night
- May 2026
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- 19 Oct
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- No fee
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Last updated: 13 November 2026
The Cock & Bull Open Mic — Quick Facts
The Cock & Bull Open Mic runs on Sundays at The Cock & Bull in Aberdeen, starting at 19:00. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
Open mic status Last checked 19 Oct 2026
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The night starts at 19:00. Sign-up is on the night - get there early to get a slot. There is a PA listed - ask what else is on stage before you load in.
Next nightSun 15 Nov · 19:00Starts in 2d 11h 00m
AgeAll ages
Sign-upWalk-in on the night
BacklinePA provided
Sound engineerAsk the venue
Directory statusBeing verified
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Websitethecockandbull.co.uk
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NightSundayEvery SundayNext: Sun 15 Nov
Starts19:00start time
Sign-upWalk-insign-up
SlotsTBCslot lengthNot confirmed yet
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About This Open Mic
The Cock & Bull on Ellon Road in Balmedie, just north of Aberdeen, is a traditional Scottish country pub and restaurant, open daily from 9.30am to 9pm and known for its brunch, afternoon teas and Sunday roasts. It has been listed as hosting a Sunday-evening open mic from 7pm, but we couldn't confirm the night still runs: the pub's own website doesn't advertise any music nights and points to its Facebook page for all upcoming events — so check there before heading out.
Sign-up process
No advance booking has been advertised; sign-up is typically on the night.
Getting there
Ellon Rd, Balmedie, Aberdeen, AB23 8XY.
The venue
A traditional Scottish pub and restaurant with a bar and kitchen serving food through the day. All ages are welcome.
Equipment and backline at this venue — what's on stage, verified regularly.
PA systemProvided
Drum kitTBC
Guitar ampTBC
Bass ampTBC
Keys / keyboardTBC
2 vocal micsProvided
In-house engineerTBC
The Night at a Glance
How The Cock & Bull’s Sunday night runs.
Next nightSun 15 Nov · 19:00Starts in 2d 11h 00m
Kick-off19:00Every Sunday
Venue closes23:00The listed closing time
How often
Every Sunday
Coming up
Sun 15 Nov · Sun 22 Nov · Sun 29 Nov
Kit
The Cock & Bull provides a PA system and 2 vocal mics — check the rest with the venue.
First time here?
Arrive early to get your name on the list, tune up before you go on.
Find The Cock & Bull
Ellon Rd, Aberdeen AB23 8XY
AddressEllon Rd
AreaAberdeen
PostcodeAB23 8XY
DirectionsOpen in Google Maps →
Getting there
The Cock & Bull is in Aberdeen — use AB23 8XY for sat-nav, taxis and ride apps. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station before you set off.
Open mics nearby
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Planning Your Sunday Night
Arrive early to get your name down. The Cock & Bull provides a PA system and 2 vocal mics — check the rest with the venue.
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Walk-in sign-up only. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Aberdeen open mic nights for alternatives.
The Cock & Bull provides a PA system and 2 vocal mics — check the rest with the venue.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
No entry fee is listed for The Cock & Bull's open mic - most open mics are free to play and to watch, but check with the venue before you go. Browse Aberdeen open mics.
Ask the host before bringing a full band — solo and duo acts are the usual open-mic format.
Ellon Rd, Aberdeen AB23 8XY.
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