The Pulteney Arms in Bath combines its historic charm with a vibrant musical atmosphere, inviting both original and cover acts to grace its stage. Known for its grassroots ethos, the venue supports a diverse range of genres, ensuring something for every music enthusiast. With a reliable PA system, performers can focus on delivering memorable experiences to audiences in this intimate setting.
Bath · Every last Thursday of the month · Free
The Pulteney Arms Open Mic
Bath's thursday open mic.
Open mic at a glance The Pulteney Arms · Bath
Thursday
Open mic night
May 2026
Listed since
03 Aug
Last verified
Free
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Last updated: 3 June 2026
The Pulteney Arms Open Mic — Quick Facts
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The Details
Everything you need before you turn up
DayThursday
Start20:00
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Slot length–
EntryFree · all ages
Capacity–
Performer typesMusic
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
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Where
The Pulteney ArmsBath BA2 6ND
Bath — check venue website for parking and nearest station.
Contact
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Host: in-house team
Highlights
Free entry for all
PA system provided
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Music welcome
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About The Pulteney Arms
About This Open Mic
Every last Thursday of the month in Bath
Kicks off at 20:00
Free entry for performers and audience
Slot length — we’re on it, no info yet
PA provided — BYO instrument
Part of the Bath open mic directory
The Night
The Pulteney Arms is a cosy, traditional real-ale pub on Daniel Street near Bath's Holburne Museum, known for guest ales and freshly cooked food. It historically ran a monthly open mic (the "Pulteney Open Mic Night"), but the most recent public listing now presumes it's no longer running, so we can't currently confirm it's active. If you're hoping to play, ring the pub on 01225 463923 to check before turning up.
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 The Pulteney Arms’s Thursday night runs.
20:00Kick-off
00:00Venue closes
Every last Thursday of the month Free entry
Find The Pulteney Arms
Bath BA2 6ND
Planning Your Thursday Night
Arrive early to sign up for a slot. Entry is free and the open mic typically runs until late. A PA is provided — bring your own instrument and amp.
Part of the Bath live music scene.
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PA + vocal mic provided. BYO instrument and amp.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
Yes — free entry for performers and audience. Most Bath mics are free; browse the list.
Solo and duo acts work best given the gear available; ask the host before bringing a full band.
Bath BA2 6ND.
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