Muncaster Castle is a historic castle and visitor attraction at Ravenglass on the west Cumbrian coast, with gardens, a hawk and owl centre and The Stables Cafe and Bar. Alongside its daytime visitor offer it hosts evening events in its historic rooms and courtyard spaces, including a monthly open mic night and occasional festival-style music programmes showcasing local performers.
Ravenglass · Every 1st Friday of the month · Free
Muncaster Castle Open Mic
Ravenglass's friday open mic.
Open mic at a glance Muncaster Castle · Ravenglass
Friday
Open mic night
Oct 2026
Listed since
07 Oct
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Free
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Last updated: 7 October 2026
Muncaster Castle Open Mic — Quick Facts
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The Details
Everything you need before you turn up
DayFriday
Start18:30
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EntryFree · all ages
Capacity–
Performer typesMusicians
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
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Where
Muncaster CastleMuncaster Castle
Ravenglass CA18 1RQ
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Highlights
Free entry for all
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Musicians welcome
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About Muncaster Castle
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About This Open Mic
Every 1st Friday of the month in Ravenglass
Kicks off at 18:30
Free entry for performers and audience
Slot length — we’re on it, no info yet
Gear & backline — we’re on it, no info yet
Part of the Ravenglass open mic directory
The Night
Muncaster Castle runs a monthly open mic night in its historic buildings on the west Cumbrian coast, open to established and first-time performers alike. It falls on the first Friday of the month and starts at 18.30. The Stables Cafe and the Muncaster Bar serve food and drink through the evening, so you can come to play or just to listen. Confirmed future dates include 4 December 2026.
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 Muncaster Castle’s Friday night runs.
18:30Kick-off
Every 1st Friday of the month Free entry
Find Muncaster Castle
Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass CA18 1RQ
Planning Your Friday Night
Arrive early to sign up for a slot. Entry is free and the open mic typically runs until late. Bring your own gear.
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BYO PA, mics and instruments.
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Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass CA18 1RQ.
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