The Pear Tree Inn is a family-run community pub at 79 Unthank Road, Norwich (NR2 2PE), with a warm, welcoming atmosphere that locals rate highly for its open-mic nights. It runs an open mic every Tuesday from 8pm to 11pm — free to perform and free to watch. To play, message the host (Lesley) in advance to let them know you'd like a slot, though it stays an informal, friendly night. A PA and at least one vocal mic are provided; bring your own instrument, amp and pedals. The crowd is a mix of working musicians, friends and regulars. Solo songwriters, duos and acoustic acts suit the room best; full bands should check with the host first.
Norwich · Every Tuesday · Free
Pear Tree Inn Open Mic
Norwich's tuesday-night free open mic at Pear Tree Inn — PA + vocal mic, walk-in sign-up from 7:30pm, 15-minute slots, all ages.
Open mic at a glance Pear Tree Inn · Norwich
Tuesday
Open mic night
Apr 2026
Listed since
03 Jun
Last verified
Free
Entry
15 min
Slot length
Verified
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Last updated: 3 June 2026
Pear Tree Inn Open Mic — Quick Facts
Norwich's tuesday-night free open mic at Pear Tree Inn — PA + vocal mic, walk-in sign-up from 7:30pm, 15-minute slots, all ages.
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The Details
Everything you need before you turn up
DayTuesday
Start20:00
Sign-up19:30
Slot length15 min
EntryFree · all ages
Capacity–
Performer typesMusic
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
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Where
Pear Tree Inn79 Unthank Road
Norwich NR2 2PE
Norwich — check venue website for parking and nearest station.
Contact
Sign-up via phone
Host: in-house team
Highlights
Free entry for all
PA system provided
Sign-up via phone
Music welcome
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About Pear Tree Inn
About This Open Mic
Every Tuesday in Norwich
Kicks off at 20:00, sign-up from 19:30
Free entry for performers and audience
15-minute slots
PA provided — BYO instrument
Part of the Norwich open mic directory
The Night
The Pear Tree Inn on Unthank Road is a friendly local that runs its open mic every Tuesday, 8pm–11pm. It's a warm, regulars-and-newcomers crowd, and to grab a performance slot you book ahead by messaging Lesley on 07707996481 (phone or WhatsApp) rather than just turning up to a list. Free to watch, free to play — bring your instrument and have a go.
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 Pear Tree Inn’s Tuesday night runs.
19:30Sign-up
20:00Kick-off
23:00Last songs
Every Tuesday 15-min slots Free entry
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79 Unthank Road, Norwich NR2 2PE
Planning Your Tuesday Night
Arrive by 19:30 to sign up for a slot. Entry is free and the open mic typically runs until 23:00. A PA is provided — bring your own instrument and amp.
Part of the Norwich live music scene.
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PA + vocal mic provided. BYO instrument and amp.
15 minutes per act — typically 4 songs solo.
Yes — free entry for performers and audience. Most Norwich mics are free; browse the list.
Solo and duo acts work best given the gear available; ask the host before bringing a full band.
79 Unthank Road, Norwich NR2 2PE.
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