The Cotswold Inn is a classic real-ale pub on Portland Street, established in 1820 on the edge of Cheltenham town centre, and bills itself as the town's premier live music venue. Live bands play on Saturday evenings, backed by acoustic open mic on Sundays and an open mic on Tuesdays, so there's a stage for local and original acts most weeks. A warm, friendly local with a strong cask-ale range, it has built a loyal following for its regular grassroots entertainment.
Cheltenham · Every other Sunday · No fee listed
The Cotswold Inn Open Mic
Portland Street's sunday open mic.
Kick-off 19:00. No fee listed.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
At a glance
Checked 13 Nov 202619:00
Kick-off
Sundays
sign-up on the nightSundays
| Night | Every other Sunday |
| Sign-up | Walk-in |
| Slot | Ask the host |
| Entry | No fee listed · all ages |
| Backline | PA provided |
01 — Inside the room
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03 — The night
Every other SundayHow the night runs
Every other Sunday
Check the date before you goRunning order
19:00 Kick-off
23:30 Close (tbc)
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04 — Find The Cotswold Inn
Portland StreetGetting there
Portland Street, Cheltenham
05 — What's on stage
1 provided · 6 TBC| PA system | Provided |
| Drum kit | TBC |
| Guitar amp | TBC |
| Bass amp | TBC |
| Keys / keyboard | TBC |
| Vocal mics | TBC |
| In-house engineer | TBC |
06 — About
Portland Street, CheltenhamAbout the night
The Cotswold Inn on Portland Street in Cheltenham hosts 'Sunday Night Live', its long-running open mic — turn up to sing and play, or just settle in and enjoy the local talent. It runs on alternate Sundays, swapping fortnightly between the open mic hosted by Howard Sinclair and the 'Electric Church' session run by Olly Wharton. There's plenty more music through the week too (acoustic 'Plug n Play' on Tuesdays, live bands Friday and Saturday), making this back-street local one of Cheltenham's reliable spots for performers.
The Cotswold Inn is a classic real-ale pub on Portland Street, established in 1820 on the edge of Cheltenham town centre, and bills itself as the town's premier live music venue. Live bands play on Saturday evenings, backed by acoustic open mic on Sundays and an open mic on Tuesdays, so there's a stage for local and original acts most weeks. A warm, friendly local with a strong cask-ale range, it has built a loyal following for its regular grassroots entertainment.
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Portland Street · Every other Sunday
The Cotswold Inn Open Mic
Portland Street's sunday open mic. Starts at 19:00.
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- May 2026
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- No fee
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The Cotswold Inn Open Mic — Quick Facts
The Cotswold Inn Open Mic runs on Sundays (fortnightly) at The Cotswold Inn in Cheltenham, starting at 19:00. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
Open mic status Last checked 13 Nov 2026
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The night Every other Sunday
The night starts at 19:00. Sign-up is on the night - get there early to get a slot. There is a PA listed - ask what else is on stage before you load in.
AgeAll ages
Sign-upWalk-in on the night
BacklinePA provided
Sound engineerAsk the venue
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NightSundayEvery other Sunday
Starts19:00start time
Sign-upWalk-insign-up
SlotsTBCslot lengthNot confirmed yet
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About This Open Mic
The Cotswold Inn on Portland Street in Cheltenham hosts 'Sunday Night Live', its long-running open mic — turn up to sing and play, or just settle in and enjoy the local talent. It runs on alternate Sundays, swapping fortnightly between the open mic hosted by Howard Sinclair and the 'Electric Church' session run by Olly Wharton. There's plenty more music through the week too (acoustic 'Plug n Play' on Tuesdays, live bands Friday and Saturday), making this back-street local one of Cheltenham's reliable spots for performers.
What's on stage — equipment and backline at this venue, verified regularly.
PA systemProvided
Drum kitTBC
Guitar ampTBC
Bass ampTBC
Keys / keyboardTBC
Vocal micsTBC
In-house engineerTBC
The Night at a Glance
How The Cotswold Inn’s Sunday night runs.
Sign-up opensTBCNot confirmed yet
Kick-off19:00Every other Sunday
Music endsTBCNot confirmed yet
Venue closesTBCNot confirmed yet
How often
Every other Sunday
Getting there
Portland Street, Cheltenham - the map is below.
Kit
The Cotswold Inn provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
First time here?
Get there early for a slot, have your instrument tuned before your turn.
Find The Cotswold Inn
Portland Street, Cheltenham
AreaPortland Street, Cheltenham
DirectionsOpen in Google Maps →
Getting there
You'll find The Cotswold Inn in Portland Street, Cheltenham. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station.
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Planning Your Sunday Night
Arrive early to sign up for a slot. The Cotswold Inn provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
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Common Questions
8 questions people ask before going to Cheltenham's The Cotswold Inn open mic.
Walk-in sign-up only. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Cheltenham open mic nights for alternatives.
The Cotswold Inn provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
No entry fee is listed for The Cotswold Inn'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.
Ask the host before bringing a full band — solo and duo acts are the usual open-mic format.
The Cotswold Inn is in Portland Street, Cheltenham. Get directions, or see the other Cheltenham open mics.
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