The Bath Tavern is a traditional single-bar free house on Bath Road in Cheltenham, with five handpumps pouring regulars like Doom Bar and Wye Valley HPA alongside its own-branded Tavern Tipple, plus food, free Wi-Fi and a friendly local feel. Music is a real draw: there's a Thursday open-mic night plus regular gigs and jam nights, and the pub fills with a young crowd at weekends thanks to drinks deals and live music. Free food nights (pizza, curry or cheeseboard) on Tuesdays and Fridays add to the buzz. A genuine grassroots room where acoustic players, jammers and covers acts share the stage in a warm, unpretentious atmosphere.
Cheltenham · Every Thursday · No fee listed
The Bath Tavern Open Mic
Bath Road's thursday open mic.
Next night: Thu 19 Nov. Kick-off 20:00. No fee listed.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
At a glance
Checked 17 Oct 202620:00
Kick-off
Thursdays
sign-up on the nightThursdays
| Night | Every Thursday |
| 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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03 — The night
Every ThursdayHow the night runs
20:00
Kick-off
ThursdaysRunning order
20:00 Kick-off
23:30 Close (tbc)
Times marked tbc aren't confirmed yet - we're working to find out.
04 — Find The Bath Tavern
Bath RoadGetting there
Bath Road, Cheltenham GL53 7JT
The nearest station is Cheltenham Spa (rail station), about 1 mile away - a taxi or bus is the easier last leg.
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
Bath Road, CheltenhamAbout the night
The Bath Tavern at 68 Bath Road (GL53 7JT) is a cosy, old-school local in Cheltenham — real ales, ciders and lagers, an open fire in winter and french doors thrown open in summer, dogs welcome — and it holds an open mic on Thursdays alongside regular gigs and jam nights. It's a warm, traditional pub atmosphere with a music-friendly crowd. Free to get up and play; just turn up on the night.
The Bath Tavern is a traditional single-bar free house on Bath Road in Cheltenham, with five handpumps pouring regulars like Doom Bar and Wye Valley HPA alongside its own-branded Tavern Tipple, plus food, free Wi-Fi and a friendly local feel. Music is a real draw: there's a Thursday open-mic night plus regular gigs and jam nights, and the pub fills with a young crowd at weekends thanks to drinks deals and live music. Free food nights (pizza, curry or cheeseboard) on Tuesdays and Fridays add to the buzz. A genuine grassroots room where acoustic players, jammers and covers acts share the stage in a warm, unpretentious atmosphere.
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Bath Road · Every Thursday
The Bath Tavern Open Mic
Bath Road's thursday open mic. Starts at 20:00.
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- Open mic night
- May 2026
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- No fee
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The Bath Tavern Open Mic — Quick Facts
The Bath Tavern Open Mic runs on Thursdays at The Bath Tavern in Cheltenham, 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 17 Oct 2026
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Partly verified
The night starts at 20:00. It's walk-in sign-up - arrive early to get a slot.
Next nightThu 19 Nov · 20:00Starts in 6d 12h 21m
AgeAll ages
Sign-upWalk-in on the night
BacklineNot confirmed yet
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NightThursdayEvery ThursdayNext: Thu 19 Nov
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About This Open Mic
The Bath Tavern at 68 Bath Road (GL53 7JT) is a cosy, old-school local in Cheltenham — real ales, ciders and lagers, an open fire in winter and french doors thrown open in summer, dogs welcome — and it holds an open mic on Thursdays alongside regular gigs and jam nights. It's a warm, traditional pub atmosphere with a music-friendly crowd. Free to get up and play; just turn up on the night.
The kit on stage — equipment and backline at this venue, verified regularly.
PA systemTBC
Drum kitTBC
Guitar ampTBC
Bass ampTBC
Keys / keyboardTBC
Vocal micsTBC
In-house engineerTBC
The Night at a Glance
How The Bath Tavern’s Thursday night runs.
Next nightThu 19 Nov · 20:00Starts in 6d 12h 21m
Sign-up opensTBCNot confirmed yet
Kick-off20:00Every Thursday
Music endsTBCNot confirmed yet
Venue closesTBCNot confirmed yet
How often
Every Thursday
Coming up
Thu 19 Nov · Thu 26 Nov · Thu 3 Dec
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Find The Bath Tavern
Bath Road, Cheltenham GL53 7JT
AreaBath Road, Cheltenham
PostcodeGL53 7JT
DirectionsOpen in Google Maps →
Getting there
The nearest station is Cheltenham Spa (rail station), about 1 mile away - a taxi or bus is the easier last leg. You'll find The Bath Tavern in Bath Road, Cheltenham; GL53 7JT is the postcode for sat-nav and ride apps. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station.
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Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport (Open Government Licence).
Planning Your Thursday Night
Get there early to sign up for a slot. The kit is not listed yet — ask the host what is provided.
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Common Questions
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Walk-in sign-up only. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Cheltenham open mic nights for alternatives.
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Slot length varies — check with the host.
No entry fee is listed for The Bath Tavern's open mic - most open mics are free to play and to watch, but check with the venue before you go. Browse Cheltenham open mics.
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The Bath Tavern is in Bath Road, Cheltenham GL53 7JT. Get directions, or see the other Cheltenham open mics.
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The nearest station is Cheltenham Spa (rail station), about 1 mile away - a taxi or bus is the easier last leg. For sat-nav and taxis, the postcode is GL53 7JT. (Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport, Open Government Licence.)
Sign-up is walk-in on the night, so you do not need to book ahead. GigXchange doesn't publish venue phone numbers or emails. Browse other Cheltenham open mics.
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