The Goose & Cuckoo is a remote, Grade II-listed country pub up at Upper Llanover in the Monmouthshire hills near Abergavenny, the kind of well-hidden local that rewards the drive. It hosts an open-mic night on the last Sunday of every month and often draws impromptu live sessions from local musicians, alongside its annual Goosefest. A characterful, real-ale-led spot for relaxed acoustic and folk music.
Abergavenny · Every last Sunday of the month · No fee listed
The Goose & Cuckoo Open Mic
Upper Llanover's sunday open mic.
Next night: Sun 29 Nov. Kick-off 19:00. No fee listed.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
At a glance
Checked 10 Oct 202619:00
Kick-off
Sundays
sign-up on the nightSundays
| Night | Every last Sunday of the month |
| 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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| Performer types | Musicians · Spoken word artists |
The check
| Status | Verified running |
| Last checked | 10 Oct 2026 |
| Checked against | Venue website |
03 — The night
Every last Sunday of the monthHow the night runs
19:00
Kick-off
SundaysRunning order
19:00 Kick-off
20:00 Venue closes
04 — Find The Goose & Cuckoo
Upper LlanoverGetting there
Upper Llanover, Abergavenny
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
Upper Llanover, AbergavennyAbout the night
A Grade II-listed country pub high up at Upper Llanover near Abergavenny, the Goose & Cuckoo hosts an open mic on the last Sunday of every month from 7pm. It's an inclusive session — bands, singers and spoken-word performers all welcome — set in a characterful free house known for its real ale and remote hillside setting. Free for performers and audience alike.
The Goose & Cuckoo is a remote, Grade II-listed country pub up at Upper Llanover in the Monmouthshire hills near Abergavenny, the kind of well-hidden local that rewards the drive. It hosts an open-mic night on the last Sunday of every month and often draws impromptu live sessions from local musicians, alongside its annual Goosefest. A characterful, real-ale-led spot for relaxed acoustic and folk music.
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Upper Llanover · Every last Sunday of the month
The Goose & Cuckoo Open Mic
Upper Llanover's sunday open mic. Starts at 19:00.
- Sunday
- Open mic night
- Jun 2026
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- 10 Oct
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- No fee
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The Goose & Cuckoo Open Mic — Quick Facts
The Goose & Cuckoo Open Mic runs on the last Sunday of the month at The Goose & Cuckoo in Abergavenny, starting at 19:00. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
Open mic status Last verified 10 Oct 2026
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Music starts around 19:00. Sign-up is on the night - get there early to get a slot.
Next nightSun 29 Nov · 19:00Starts in 16d 11h 19m
AgeAll ages
Sign-upWalk-in on the night
Who playsMusicians · Spoken word artists
BacklineNot confirmed yet
Sound engineerAsk the venue
Directory statusVerified active
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NightSundayEvery last Sunday of the monthNext: Sun 29 Nov
Starts19:00start time
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About This Open Mic
A Grade II-listed country pub high up at Upper Llanover near Abergavenny, the Goose & Cuckoo hosts an open mic on the last Sunday of every month from 7pm. It's an inclusive session — bands, singers and spoken-word performers all welcome — set in a characterful free house known for its real ale and remote hillside setting. Free for performers and audience alike.
Equipment and backline at this venue — what's on stage, verified regularly.
PA systemTBC
Drum kitTBC
Guitar ampTBC
Bass ampTBC
Keys / keyboardTBC
Vocal micsTBC
In-house engineerTBC
The Night at a Glance
How The Goose & Cuckoo’s Sunday night runs.
Next nightSun 29 Nov · 19:00Starts in 16d 11h 19m
Kick-off19:00Every last Sunday of the month
Venue closes20:00The listed closing time
How often
Every last Sunday of the month
Coming up
Sun 29 Nov · Sun 27 Dec · Sun 31 Jan
First time here?
Get there early for a slot, have your instrument tuned before your turn.
Find The Goose & Cuckoo
Upper Llanover, Abergavenny
AreaUpper Llanover, Abergavenny
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Getting there
The Goose & Cuckoo is in Upper Llanover, Abergavenny. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station before you set off.
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Planning Your Sunday Night
Arrive early to get your name down. 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 Abergavenny open mic nights for alternatives.
The Goose & Cuckoo has not listed its kit yet — ask the host before you go.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
No entry fee is listed for The Goose & Cuckoo's open mic - most open mics are free to play and to watch, but check with the venue before you go. Browse Abergavenny open mics.
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The Goose & Cuckoo is in Upper Llanover, Abergavenny. Get directions, or see the other Hereford open mics.
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