Drakes Cork and Cask sits by the River Medway at 9 Fairmeadow in the heart of Maidstone (ME14 1JP), in a building that first opened as the Lamb Inn back in 1636. It's a craft-beer and cask-ale pub with a BBQ and grill menu and live music from local artists woven through the week: a jam night every Tuesday, full live music every Friday and Saturday at 9pm, and a 'Make Some Noise' original-music showcase on the last Sunday of the month (Sunday sets around 4pm). A large, partly-covered courtyard hosts live entertainment every weekend, with booths in the renovated stables and a newly opened outside bar, so the action spills outdoors in good weather. Dog-friendly, with a pool table, dartboard and board games, Drakes welcomes both originals and covers from local players. Capacity is around 60 standing.
Maidstone · Every Tuesday · No fee listed
Fairmeadow's tuesday open mic.
Next night: Tue 17 Nov. Kick-off 20:30. No fee listed.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
Tuesdays
| Night | Every Tuesday |
| Sign-up | Walk-in |
| Slot | Ask the host |
| Entry | No fee listed · all ages |
| Backline | Ask the host |
| Capacity | – |
| Performer types | Musicians |
| Status | Being verified |
No sign-up. We review corrections within 7 days.
| PA system | TBC |
| Drum kit | TBC |
| Guitar amp | TBC |
| Bass amp | TBC |
| Keys / keyboard | TBC |
| Vocal mics | TBC |
| In-house engineer | TBC |
Drakes Cork & Cask runs a weekly jam night every Tuesday from 8.30pm at 9 Fairmeadow, Maidstone (ME14 1JP) — an open-mic-style session where all musicians and singers are welcome, from seasoned pros to first-timers. The kitchen stays open and the drinks keep flowing, making it a relaxed, free-to-play midweek session. Drop the venue a message to book a table.
Drakes Cork and Cask sits by the River Medway at 9 Fairmeadow in the heart of Maidstone (ME14 1JP), in a building that first opened as the Lamb Inn back in 1636. It's a craft-beer and cask-ale pub with a BBQ and grill menu and live music from local artists woven through the week: a jam night every Tuesday, full live music every Friday and Saturday at 9pm, and a 'Make Some Noise' original-music showcase on the last Sunday of the month (Sunday sets around 4pm). A large, partly-covered courtyard hosts live entertainment every weekend, with booths in the renovated stables and a newly opened outside bar, so the action spills outdoors in good weather. Dog-friendly, with a pool table, dartboard and board games, Drakes welcomes both originals and covers from local players. Capacity is around 60 standing.
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Drakes Open Mic
Fairmeadow's tuesday open mic. Starts at 20:30.
- Tuesday
- Open mic night
- May 2026
- Listed since
- 11 Oct
- Last checked
- No fee
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Last updated: 13 November 2026
Drakes Open Mic — Quick Facts
Drakes Open Mic runs on Tuesdays at Drakes in Maidstone, starting at 20:30. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
Music starts around 20:30. It's walk-in sign-up - arrive early to get a slot.
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About This Open Mic
Drakes Cork & Cask runs a weekly jam night every Tuesday from 8.30pm at 9 Fairmeadow, Maidstone (ME14 1JP) — an open-mic-style session where all musicians and singers are welcome, from seasoned pros to first-timers. The kitchen stays open and the drinks keep flowing, making it a relaxed, free-to-play midweek session. Drop the venue a message to book a table.
Equipment and backline at this venue — what's on stage, verified regularly.
The Night at a Glance
How Drakes’s Tuesday night runs.
Every Tuesday
Tue 17 Nov · Tue 24 Nov · Tue 1 Dec
Get there early for a slot, have your instrument tuned before your turn.
Find Drakes
Fairmeadow, Maidstone
You'll find Drakes in Fairmeadow, Maidstone. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station.
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