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 · Free
Worlds End Open Mic
Knaresborough's sunday open mic.
Open mic at a glance Worlds End · Knaresborough
Sunday
Open mic night
May 2026
Listed since
05 Aug
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Last updated: 5 August 2026
Worlds End Open Mic — Quick Facts
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The Details
Everything you need before you turn up
DaySunday
Start18:30
Sign-up walk-in
Slot length–
EntryFree · all ages
Capacity–
Performer typesMusic
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
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Where
Worlds EndKnaresborough
Knaresborough — check venue website for parking and nearest station.
Contact
Walk-in sign-up only
No advance booking
Host: in-house team
Highlights
Free entry for all
PA system provided
Walk-in sign-up
Music welcome
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About Worlds End
About This Open Mic
Every Sunday in Knaresborough
Kicks off at 18:30
Free entry for performers and audience
Slot length — we’re on it, no info yet
PA provided — BYO instrument
Part of the Knaresborough open mic directory
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.
What's on stage — equipment and backline at this venue, verified regularly.
PA + monitors
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
In-house engineer
The Night at a Glance
How Worlds End’s Sunday night runs.
18:30Kick-off
22:30Last songs
23:00Venue closes
Every Sunday Free entry
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Knaresborough
Planning Your Sunday Night
Arrive early to sign up for a slot. Entry is free and the open mic typically runs until 22:30. A PA is provided — bring your own instrument and amp.
Part of the Knaresborough live music scene.
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Walk-in sign-up only, opens at . Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Knaresborough open mic nights for alternatives.
PA + vocal mic provided. BYO instrument and amp.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
Yes — free entry for performers and audience. Most Knaresborough mics are free; browse the list.
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Mostly fellow musicians, friends and Knaresborough regulars across the Knaresborough open mic scene. Knaresborough open mic crowds tend to listen attentively.
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