The Prince of Wales is a friendly, multi-roomed Marston's local on Cowling Brow in Chorley, with a central bar serving a tap room, large lounge and pool room, real fires in both lounges and a beer garden to the rear — handily close to the Leeds–Liverpool Canal, so it's a popular walkers' and dog-friendly pub too. It runs a regular live-music programme with gigs on Fridays and Sundays plus an open-mic night hosted by local talent, alongside quiz nights, pool, darts and board games. A genuine community boozer that gives covers acts, acoustic players and open-mic regulars a welcoming weekend stage.
Chorley · Every Sunday · Free
Prince Of Wales Open Mic
Weekly open mic night every Thursday at Prince Of Wales pub in Chorley, showcasing local talent.
Open mic at a glance Prince Of Wales · Chorley
Sunday
Open mic night
May 2026
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Free
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Last updated: 26 July 2026
Prince Of Wales Open Mic — Quick Facts
Weekly open mic night every Thursday at Prince Of Wales pub in Chorley, showcasing local talent.
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The Details
Everything you need before you turn up
DaySunday
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EntryFree · 18+
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Performer typesMusic
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
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Where
Prince Of Wales9
Chorley PR6 0QE
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Highlights
Free entry for all
PA system provided
Walk-in sign-up
Music welcome
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About Prince Of Wales
About This Open Mic
Every Sunday in Chorley
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Free entry for performers and audience
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PA provided — BYO instrument
Part of the Chorley open mic directory
The Night
The Prince of Wales on Cowling Brow in Chorley runs a popular open mic every Sunday night, and all are welcome. It's a proper community local with regular live music most Fridays too, drawing a friendly crowd of excellent local musicians and singers. A PA and vocal mics are provided, just bring your own instrument and amp. Free to come along and play.
What's on stage — equipment and backline at this venue, verified regularly.
PA + monitors
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
2 vocal mics
In-house engineer
The Night at a Glance
How Prince Of Wales’s Sunday night runs.
Every Sunday Free entry
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9, Chorley PR6 0QE
Planning Your Sunday Night
Arrive early 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 Chorley live music scene.
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Seven things people ask before turning up at Chorley's Prince Of Wales open mic.
Walk-in sign-up only, opens at . Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Chorley open mic nights for alternatives.
PA + vocal mic provided. BYO instrument and amp.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
Yes — free entry for performers and audience. Most Chorley mics are free; browse the list.
Solo and duo acts work best given the gear available; ask the host before bringing a full band.
9, Chorley PR6 0QE.
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