The Criterion is a venue in City Centre, Leicester. Its open mic has stopped running - see the open mics still running in Leicester.
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The Criterion Open Mic
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Last checked 5 Sept 2026.
Still running nearbyUpdated 13 November 2026
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01 — Inside the room
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02 — About
City Centre, LeicesterAbout the venue
The Criterion is a venue in Leicester. Its open mic has stopped running.
03 — Find The Criterion
City CentreGetting there
44 Millstone Lane,
City Centre, Leicester LE1 5JN
City Centre, Leicester LE1 5JN
The nearest station is Leicester (rail station), about 15 minutes' walk away.
04 — Still running in Leicester
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City Centre · Closed
The Criterion Open Mic
This open mic has stopped running. Here's where to play in Leicester instead.
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Last checked5 Sept 2026re-checked on a rolling cycle
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Last updated: 13 November 2026
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Find The Criterion
44 Millstone Lane, City Centre, Leicester LE1 5JN
Address44 Millstone Lane
AreaCity Centre, Leicester
PostcodeLE1 5JN
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Getting there
The nearest station is Leicester (rail station), about 15 minutes' walk away. The Criterion is in City Centre, Leicester — use LE1 5JN for sat-nav, taxis and ride apps. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station before you set off.
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The Black Dog, The Cookie, The Western Pub and The Organ Grinder
Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport (Open Government Licence).
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