The Wheatsheaf is a Grade II listed pub in the heart of Farnham, trading under the name since the mid-18th century. Music is a regular fixture: Sam's open mic runs every Wednesday evening, and Sunday afternoons bring swinging jazz with the Vic's Jazz Friends Quartet plus a jam where visiting musicians and singers are welcome to join in. With a good restaurant alongside, it's a relaxed, welcoming home for both newcomers and seasoned players.
Farnham · Every Wednesday · No fee listed
The Wheatsheaf Open Mic
19 West Street, GU9 7DR's wednesday open mic.
Next night: Wed 18 Nov. Kick-off 20:00. No fee listed.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
At a glance
Checked 7 Oct 202620:00
Kick-off
Wednesdays
sign-up on the nightWednesdays
| Night | Every Wednesday |
| Sign-up | Walk-in |
| Slot | Ask the host |
| Entry | No fee listed · all ages |
| Backline | Ask the host |
01 — Inside the room
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| Performer types | Musicians |
The check
| Status | Verified running |
| Last checked | 7 Oct 2026 |
| Checked against | Music directory |
03 — The night
Every WednesdayHow the night runs
20:00
Kick-off
WednesdaysRunning order
20:00 Kick-off
23:30 Last songs
04 — Find The Wheatsheaf
19 West Street, GU9 7DRGetting there
19 West Street, GU9 7DR, Farnham GU9 7DR
The nearest station is Farnham (rail station), about 10 minutes' walk away.
05 — What's on stage
TBC| PA system | TBC |
| Drum kit | TBC |
| Guitar amp | TBC |
| Bass amp | TBC |
| Keys / keyboard | TBC |
| Vocal mics | TBC |
| In-house engineer | TBC |
06 — About
19 West Street, GU9 7DR, FarnhamAbout the night
Sam's Open Mic is a weekly Wednesday session at The Wheatsheaf, a pub and restaurant on West Street in the centre of Farnham. It's a free, walk-up night that welcomes local musicians and first-timers alike for a relaxed mid-week play. The town-centre location and regular weekly slot make it a dependable fixture for Farnham's open mic crowd.
The Wheatsheaf is a Grade II listed pub in the heart of Farnham, trading under the name since the mid-18th century. Music is a regular fixture: Sam's open mic runs every Wednesday evening, and Sunday afternoons bring swinging jazz with the Vic's Jazz Friends Quartet plus a jam where visiting musicians and singers are welcome to join in. With a good restaurant alongside, it's a relaxed, welcoming home for both newcomers and seasoned players.
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19 West Street, GU9 7DR · Every Wednesday
The Wheatsheaf Open Mic
19 West Street, GU9 7DR's wednesday open mic.
- Wednesday
- Open mic night
- Jun 2026
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- 7 Oct
- Last verified
- No fee
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Last updated: 13 November 2026
The Wheatsheaf Open Mic — Quick Facts
The Wheatsheaf Open Mic runs on Wednesdays at The Wheatsheaf in Farnham, starting at 20:00. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
Open mic status Last verified 7 Oct 2026
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Music starts around 20:00, finishing about 23:30. Sign-up is on the night - get there early to get a slot.
Next nightWed 18 Nov · 20:00Starts in 5d 12h 07m
AgeAll ages
Sign-upWalk-in on the night
BacklineNot confirmed yet
Sound engineerAsk the venue
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NightWednesdayEvery WednesdayNext: Wed 18 Nov
Starts20:00until 23:30
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About This Open Mic
Sam's Open Mic is a weekly Wednesday session at The Wheatsheaf, a pub and restaurant on West Street in the centre of Farnham. It's a free, walk-up night that welcomes local musicians and first-timers alike for a relaxed mid-week play. The town-centre location and regular weekly slot make it a dependable fixture for Farnham's open mic crowd.
Equipment and backline at this venue — what's on stage, verified regularly.
PA systemTBC
Drum kitTBC
Guitar ampTBC
Bass ampTBC
Keys / keyboardTBC
Vocal micsTBC
In-house engineerTBC
The Night at a Glance
How The Wheatsheaf’s Wednesday night runs.
Next nightWed 18 Nov · 20:00Starts in 5d 12h 07m
Kick-off20:00Every Wednesday
Venue closes23:00The listed closing time
Music ends23:30Last act finishes
How often
Every Wednesday
Coming up
Wed 18 Nov · Wed 25 Nov · Wed 2 Dec
First time here?
Get there early for a slot, have your instrument tuned before your turn.
Find The Wheatsheaf
19 West Street, GU9 7DR, Farnham GU9 7DR
Area19 West Street, GU9 7DR, Farnham
PostcodeGU9 7DR
DirectionsOpen in Google Maps →
Getting there
The nearest station is Farnham (rail station), about 10 minutes' walk away. The Wheatsheaf is in 19 West Street, GU9 7DR, Farnham — use GU9 7DR 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
The Greyhound, The Victoria, The Lion Brewery and Farnham Maltings
Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport (Open Government Licence).
Planning Your Wednesday Night
Arrive early to get your name down. The open mic runs until about 23:30. The kit is not listed yet — ask the host what is provided.
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Walk-in sign-up only. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Farnham open mic nights for alternatives.
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Slot length varies — check with the host.
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The Wheatsheaf is in 19 West Street, GU9 7DR, Farnham GU9 7DR. Get directions, or see the other Aldershot open mics.
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The nearest station is Farnham (rail station), about 10 minutes' walk away. For sat-nav and taxis, the postcode is GU9 7DR. (Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport, Open Government Licence.)
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