The Ale House is an independent micro-pub in Market Place, right in the centre of Clitheroe and close to the bus and rail interchange. It opened in 2015 and pours five changing cask beers alongside bottles and cans from UK and overseas breweries. It has a rustic single-room feel and puts on regular gigs, occasional comedy and an open mic, and is part of the circuit for the town's annual music festival.
Clitheroe · Every other Sunday · Free
Ale House Open Mic
Clitheroe's sunday open mic.
Open mic at a glance Ale House · Clitheroe
Sunday
Open mic night
Aug 2026
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Last updated: 12 August 2026
Ale House Open Mic — Quick Facts
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The Details
Everything you need before you turn up
DaySunday
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EntryFree · all ages
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Performer typesMusic
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
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Where
Ale House12-14 Market Place
Clitheroe BB7 2DA
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Contact
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Host: in-house team
Highlights
Free entry for all
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Music welcome
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About Ale House
About This Open Mic
Every other Sunday in Clitheroe
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Free entry for performers and audience
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Part of the Clitheroe open mic directory
The Night
An open mic at The Ale House, an independent micro-pub in Clitheroe Market Place, on the second and last Sunday of the month. It runs as an afternoon session. Published start times differ between sources, one giving 4pm and another 5pm to 7pm, so check with the pub before travelling.
What's on stage — equipment and backline at this venue, verified regularly.
PA + monitors
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
In-house engineer
The Night at a Glance
How Ale House’s Sunday night runs.
Every other Sunday Free entry
Find Ale House
12-14 Market Place, Clitheroe BB7 2DA
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.
Part of the Clitheroe live music scene.
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BYO PA, mics and instruments.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
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12-14 Market Place, Clitheroe BB7 2DA.
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