The Counting House sits at the top of Westgate in Wakefield (40 Westgate, WF1 1JY) and bills itself as the home of live sport, cocktails and live music. Spread over two floors, it pairs a ground-floor bar with food and sport with a large upper gig room that has a stage and PA system. Regular entertainment includes live bands, tribute acts, a house DJ and bottomless brunch. Signature cocktails, locally sourced gin, a wide range of draught and bottled craft beers and ciders round out the offer. The upstairs live room makes it a dependable Wakefield spot for covers, tribute and original acts.
Wakefield · Every Wednesday · No fee listed
The Counting House Open Mic
Wakefield open mic at The Counting House — listed on Google Places. Schedule details below are pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
Next night: Wed 4 Nov. Kick-off 20:00. No fee listed.
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| Night | Every Wednesday |
| Sign-up | Ask the host |
| Slot | Ask the host |
| Entry | No fee listed · 18+ |
| Backline | PA provided |
01 — Inside the room
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| Website | countinghousewakefield.co.uk |
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03 — The night
Every WednesdayHow the night runs
20:00
Kick-off
WednesdaysRunning 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 Counting House
WakefieldGetting there
40 Westgate,
Wakefield WF1 1JY
Wakefield WF1 1JY
The nearest station is Wakefield Westgate (rail station), about 5 minutes' walk away.
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
WakefieldAbout the night
The Counting House is listed on Google Places as hosting open mic nights in Wakefield. We've verified the venue exists at the address below; the day, start time and slot length still need direct confirmation from the venue.
Getting there
40 Westgate, Wakefield WF1 1JY.
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The Counting House sits at the top of Westgate in Wakefield (40 Westgate, WF1 1JY) and bills itself as the home of live sport, cocktails and live music. Spread over two floors, it pairs a ground-floor bar with food and sport with a large upper gig room that has a stage and PA system. Regular entertainment includes live bands, tribute acts, a house DJ and bottomless brunch. Signature cocktails, locally sourced gin, a wide range of draught and bottled craft beers and ciders round out the offer. The upstairs live room makes it a dependable Wakefield spot for covers, tribute and original acts.
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Wakefield · Every Wednesday
The Counting House Open Mic
Wakefield open mic at The Counting House — listed on Google Places. Schedule details below are pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
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The Counting House Open Mic — Quick Facts
Wakefield open mic at The Counting House — listed on Google Places. Schedule details below are pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
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NightWednesdayEvery WednesdayNext: Wed 4 Nov
Starts20:00start time
The night starts at 20:00. A PA is listed; check what else is on stage before you bring a band.
Next nightWed 4 Nov · 20:00Started
Age18+
BacklinePA provided
Sound engineerAsk the venue
Directory statusBeing verified
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Websitecountinghousewakefield.co.uk
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About This Open Mic
The Counting House is listed on Google Places as hosting open mic nights in Wakefield. We've verified the venue exists at the address below; the day, start time and slot length still need direct confirmation from the venue.
Getting there
40 Westgate, Wakefield WF1 1JY.
Photos
Four photos sourced from Google Places contributors are shown above the map.
The kit on stage — equipment and backline at this venue, verified regularly.
PA system
Drum kit · TBC
Guitar amp · TBC
Bass amp · TBC
Keys / keyboard · TBC
Vocal mics · TBC
In-house engineer · TBC
The Night at a Glance
How The Counting House’s Wednesday night runs.
20:00
Kick-off
WednesdaysRunning order
20:00 Kick-off
23:30 Close (tbc)
Times marked tbc aren't confirmed yet - we're working to find out.
Find The Counting House
40 Westgate, Wakefield WF1 1JY
Address40 Westgate
AreaWakefield
PostcodeWF1 1JY
DirectionsOpen in Google Maps →
Getting there
The nearest station is Wakefield Westgate (rail station), about 5 minutes' walk away. You'll find The Counting House in Wakefield; WF1 1JY 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 Wednesday Night
Arrive early to sign up for a slot. The Counting House provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
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The Counting House provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
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40 Westgate, Wakefield WF1 1JY.
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The nearest station is Wakefield Westgate (rail station), about 5 minutes' walk away. For sat-nav and taxis, the postcode is WF1 1JY. (Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport, Open Government Licence.)
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