The Railway in Pontcanna, Cardiff, is a vibrant community pub known for its inclusive atmosphere and a diverse mix of music genres. With a standing capacity of around 80, it hosts a free open mic night every Sunday, providing a platform for both original compositions and covers. Equipped with a PA system and guitar amp, it encourages local talent to showcase their creativity in a welcoming setting.
Cardiff · Every Sunday · No fee listed
The Railway Open Mic
Pontcanna (Cardiff)'s Sunday-night free open mic at 125 Cathedral Road, CF11 9PH — community pub, PA + guitar amp, 12-minute slots.
Next night: Sun 15 Nov. Kick-off 20:00. No fee listed.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
At a glance
Checked 12 Sept 202620:00
Kick-off
Sundays
sign-up on the nightSundays
| Night | Every Sunday |
| Sign-up | Ask the host |
| Slot | Ask the host |
| Entry | No fee listed · 18+ |
| Backline | PA provided |
01 — Inside the room
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| Capacity | c. 80 standing |
| Performer types | Musicians |
| Website | therailwayepub.co.uk |
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03 — The night
Every SundayHow the night runs
20:00
Kick-off
SundaysRunning order
20:00 Kick-off
23:00 Last songs
04 — Find The Railway
PontcannaGetting there
125 Cathedral Road,
Pontcanna, Cardiff CF11 9PH
Pontcanna, Cardiff CF11 9PH
The nearest station is Ninian Park (rail station), about 15 minutes' walk away.
05 — What's on stage
3 provided| PA system | Provided |
| Drum kit | Bring your own |
| Guitar amp | Provided |
| Bass amp | Bring your own |
| Keys / keyboard | Bring your own |
| 2 vocal mics | Provided |
| In-house engineer | None |
06 — About
Pontcanna, CardiffAbout the night
The Railway is a Pontcanna/Cardiff community pub with a Sunday open mic.
180 minutes, 15 acts at 12 minutes.
Sign-up process
Sheet at the bar at 7:30pm. Walk-in.
Getting there
125 Cathedral Road, CF11 9PH. Bus 21, 25 from Cardiff Central.
The venue
Community pub. 18+. Capacity c. 80.
The Railway in Pontcanna, Cardiff, is a vibrant community pub known for its inclusive atmosphere and a diverse mix of music genres. With a standing capacity of around 80, it hosts a free open mic night every Sunday, providing a platform for both original compositions and covers. Equipped with a PA system and guitar amp, it encourages local talent to showcase their creativity in a welcoming setting.
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Pontcanna · Every Sunday
The Railway Open Mic
Pontcanna (Cardiff)'s Sunday-night free open mic at 125 Cathedral Road, CF11 9PH — community pub, PA + guitar amp, 12-minute slots.
- Sunday
- Open mic night
- Apr 2026
- Listed since
- 12 Sept
- Last checked
- No fee
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Last updated: 13 November 2026
The Railway Open Mic — Quick Facts
The Railway Open Mic runs on Sundays at The Railway in Cardiff, starting at 20:00. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
Open mic status Last checked 12 Sept 2026
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Partly verified
Music starts around 20:00, finishing about 23:00. A PA is listed; check what else is on stage before you bring a band.
Next nightSun 15 Nov · 20:00Starts in 2d 12h 21m
Age18+
Capacityc. 80 standing
BacklinePA provided
Sound engineerNone in-house
Directory statusBeing verified
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Websitetherailwayepub.co.uk
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NightSundayEvery SundayNext: Sun 15 Nov
Starts20:00until 23:00
Sign-upTBCsign-upNot confirmed yet
SlotsTBCslot lengthNot confirmed yet
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About This Open Mic
The Railway is a Pontcanna/Cardiff community pub with a Sunday open mic.
180 minutes, 15 acts at 12 minutes.
Sign-up process
Sheet at the bar at 7:30pm. Walk-in.
Getting there
125 Cathedral Road, CF11 9PH. Bus 21, 25 from Cardiff Central.
The venue
Community pub. 18+. Capacity c. 80.
Equipment and backline at this venue — what's on stage, verified regularly.
PA systemProvided
Drum kitBring your own
Guitar ampProvided
Bass ampBring your own
Keys / keyboardBring your own
2 vocal micsProvided
In-house engineerNone
The Night at a Glance
How The Railway’s Sunday night runs.
Next nightSun 15 Nov · 20:00Starts in 2d 12h 21m
Kick-off20:00Every Sunday
Venue closes22:00The listed closing time
Music ends23:00Last act finishes
How often
Every Sunday
Coming up
Sun 15 Nov · Sun 22 Nov · Sun 29 Nov
Kit
The Railway provides a PA system, 2 vocal mics and a guitar amp; bring your own drum kit, bass amp and keys; no in-house sound engineer.
First time here?
Arrive early to get your name on the list, tune up before you go on.
Find The Railway
125 Cathedral Road, Pontcanna, Cardiff CF11 9PH
Address125 Cathedral Road
AreaPontcanna, Cardiff
PostcodeCF11 9PH
DirectionsOpen in Google Maps →
Getting there
The nearest station is Ninian Park (rail station), about 15 minutes' walk away. You'll find The Railway in Pontcanna, Cardiff; CF11 9PH is the postcode for sat-nav and ride apps. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station.
Open mics nearby
Foundry Social, The Horse & Groom, The Horse & Groom and Legends Club
Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport (Open Government Licence).
Planning Your Sunday Night
Get there early to sign up for a slot. The open mic runs until about 23:00. The Railway provides a PA system, 2 vocal mics and a guitar amp; bring your own drum kit, bass amp and keys; no in-house sound engineer.
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The Railway provides a PA system, 2 vocal mics and a guitar amp; bring your own drum kit, bass amp and keys; no in-house sound engineer.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
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125 Cathedral Road, Pontcanna, Cardiff CF11 9PH.
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The nearest station is Ninian Park (rail station), about 15 minutes' walk away. For sat-nav and taxis, the postcode is CF11 9PH. (Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport, Open Government Licence.)
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