The World's End is a historic riverside pub at 65 Bond End, Knaresborough (HG5 9AU) — note the venue sits in Knaresborough, not central Harrogate, despite the Harrogate city slug. Steeped in character, it pairs perfectly poured pints with hearty, freshly prepared food (stone-baked pizzas and burgers Friday to Sunday plus classic pub grub) and a large, south-facing tiered outdoor area overlooking the river. For performers the weekly fixture is the open mic / live music every Sunday from 6:30pm, showcasing local talent in a relaxed setting with a PA. A welcoming, scenic grassroots spot for acoustic and local acts.
Knaresborough · Every Sunday · No fee listed
Worlds End Open Mic
Knaresborough's sunday open mic.
Next night: Sun 15 Nov. Kick-off 18:30. No fee listed.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
At a glance
Checked 28 Oct 202618:30
Kick-off
Sundays
sign-up on the nightSundays
| Night | Every 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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| Performer types | Musicians |
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| Status | Verified running |
| Last checked | 28 Oct 2026 |
| Checked against | Venue website |
03 — The night
Every SundayHow the night runs
18:30
Kick-off
SundaysRunning order
18:30 Kick-off
22:30 Last songs
23:00 Venue closes
04 — Find Worlds End
KnaresboroughGetting there
Knaresborough
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
KnaresboroughAbout the night
The World's End is a riverside pub at Bond End in Knaresborough - multi-tiered terrace, winter tipi and a warm, traditional feel. Its open mic, which famously survived Covid by moving online, runs every Sunday from 6:30pm and pulls a friendly crowd of regulars: singers and musicians of all kinds take the stage, and it is free both to join and to watch. There is no booking - just turn up. A dedicated 'Open Mic At The Worlds End' Facebook group and @worldsendopenmic on Instagram carry videos from past nights and the upcoming line-ups.
The World's End is a historic riverside pub at 65 Bond End, Knaresborough (HG5 9AU) — note the venue sits in Knaresborough, not central Harrogate, despite the Harrogate city slug. Steeped in character, it pairs perfectly poured pints with hearty, freshly prepared food (stone-baked pizzas and burgers Friday to Sunday plus classic pub grub) and a large, south-facing tiered outdoor area overlooking the river. For performers the weekly fixture is the open mic / live music every Sunday from 6:30pm, showcasing local talent in a relaxed setting with a PA. A welcoming, scenic grassroots spot for acoustic and local acts.
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Knaresborough · Every Sunday
Worlds End Open Mic
Knaresborough's sunday open mic. Starts at 18:30.
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- Open mic night
- May 2026
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- No fee
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Worlds End Open Mic — Quick Facts
Worlds End Open Mic runs on Sundays at Worlds End in Knaresborough, starting at 18:30. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
Open mic status Last verified 28 Oct 2026
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The night starts at 18:30 and runs to about 22:30. 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.
Next nightSun 15 Nov · 18:30Starts in 2d 10h 51m
AgeAll ages
Sign-upWalk-in on the night
BacklinePA provided
Sound engineerAsk the venue
Directory statusVerified active
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NightSundayEvery SundayNext: Sun 15 Nov
Starts18:30until 22:30
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SlotsTBCslot lengthNot confirmed yet
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About This Open Mic
The World's End is a riverside pub at Bond End in Knaresborough - multi-tiered terrace, winter tipi and a warm, traditional feel. Its open mic, which famously survived Covid by moving online, runs every Sunday from 6:30pm and pulls a friendly crowd of regulars: singers and musicians of all kinds take the stage, and it is free both to join and to watch. There is no booking - just turn up. A dedicated 'Open Mic At The Worlds End' Facebook group and @worldsendopenmic on Instagram carry videos from past nights and the upcoming line-ups.
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 Worlds End’s Sunday night runs.
Next nightSun 15 Nov · 18:30Starts in 2d 10h 51m
Kick-off18:30Every Sunday
Music ends22:30Last act finishes
Venue closes23:00The listed closing time
How often
Every Sunday
Coming up
Sun 15 Nov · Sun 22 Nov · Sun 29 Nov
Kit
Worlds End provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
First time here?
Arrive early to get your name on the list, tune up before you go on.
Find Worlds End
Knaresborough
AreaKnaresborough
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Getting there
Worlds End is in Knaresborough. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station before you set off.
Open mics nearby
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Planning Your Sunday Night
Get there early to sign up for a slot. The open mic runs until about 22:30. Worlds End provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
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Walk-in sign-up only. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Knaresborough open mic nights for alternatives.
Worlds End provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
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