Allsop Arms stands out in London’s Gloucester Place for its welcoming atmosphere and commitment to supporting original music alongside covers. With a PA system in place, the venue hosts a diverse range of genres, making it an inviting spot for local talent to showcase their work. Regular open mic nights provide an opportunity for musicians to connect and perform in a vibrant community setting.
Gloucester Pl · Every Saturday · Free
Allsop Arms Open Mic
London open mic at Allsop Arms — listed on Google Places. Schedule below pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
Open mic at a glance Allsop Arms · London
Saturday
Open mic night
Apr 2026
Listed since
04 Aug
Last verified
Free
Entry
10 min
Slot length
Verified
Listing status
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Last updated: 4 August 2026
Allsop Arms Open Mic — Quick Facts
London open mic at Allsop Arms — listed on Google Places. Schedule below pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
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The Details
Everything you need before you turn up
DaySaturday
Start19:00
Sign-up19:00 walk-in
Slot length10 min
EntryFree · 18+
Capacity–
Performer typesMusic
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
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Where
Allsop Arms137-143, Gloucester Pl
Gloucester Pl
London NW1 5AL
Gloucester Pl, London — check venue website for parking and nearest station.
Highlights
Free entry for all
PA system provided
Walk-in sign-up
Music welcome
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About Allsop Arms
About This Open Mic
Every Saturday in Gloucester Pl, London
Kicks off at 19:00
Free entry for performers and audience
10-minute slots
PA provided — BYO instrument
Part of the London open mic directory
The Night
UK Open Mic runs a free music open mic at the Allsop Arms in Marylebone every Saturday at 7pm, with music kicking off around 7:30pm. The first 15 slots are 10 minutes each (roughly two songs), dropping to 5 minutes once they're full, so arrive early and book ahead. Check-in and walk-up sign-up open at 7pm — be there by 7:20pm to make the list. The venue funds the night, so grab at least one drink from the bar to keep it going.
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 Allsop Arms’s Saturday night runs.
19:00Sign-up
19:00Kick-off
23:00Venue closes
Every Saturday 10-min slots Free entry
Find Allsop Arms
137-143, Gloucester Pl, Gloucester Pl, London NW1 5AL
Planning Your Saturday Night
Arrive by 19:00 to sign up for a slot. Entry is free and the open mic typically runs until late. A PA is provided — bring your own instrument and amp.
Part of the London live music scene.
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Walk-in sign-up only, opens at 19:00. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other London open mic nights for alternatives.
PA + vocal mic provided. BYO instrument and amp.
10 minutes per act — typically 3 songs solo.
Yes — free entry for performers and audience. Most London mics are free; browse the list.
Solo and duo acts work best given the gear available; ask the host before bringing a full band.
137-143, Gloucester Pl, Gloucester Pl, London NW1 5AL.
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