Irwell Works Brewery brews its own cask ales in Ramsbottom, and its tap room sits on the first floor above the brewery on Irwell Street. Live music is a regular part of the week here, and the tap is closed on Mondays.
On the second Wednesday of each month The Impromptunes host an open mic from 7.30pm to 11pm. It is free, all genres of music are welcome and a PA is provided, so you only need to bring your instrument and your voice. The night gets very busy, and the listing advises getting there before 7pm to be sure of a spot.
Irwell Works Brewery occupies a restored Victorian steam-powered works on Irwell Street in Ramsbottom, brewing its own range of cask ales with a first-floor tap room overlooking the town. It is a characterful, popular spot a short walk from the East Lancs Railway station.
The open mic runs on the second Wednesday of each month from 8pm to 11pm, hosted by The Impromptunes. It is free, sign-up is walk-in on the night, and a PA system is provided - all genres are welcome, from acoustic singer-songwriters to full-band-voiced covers.
The night gets very busy, so performers are advised to arrive early to be sure of a slot.
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Last updated: 13 November 2026
Irwell Works Brewery Open Mic — Quick Facts
Irwell Works Brewery Open Mic runs on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at Irwell Works Brewery in Bury, starting at 19:30. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
The nightEvery 2nd Wednesday of the monthComing up: Wed 9 Dec · Wed 13 Jan · Wed 10 Feb
The night starts at 19:30 and runs to about 23:00. It's walk-in sign-up - arrive early to get a slot. There is a PA listed - ask what else is on stage before you load in.
Next nightWed 9 Dec · 19:30Starts in 26d 11h 49m
Sign-upWalk-in on the night
BacklinePA provided
Sound engineerAsk the venue
Directory statusVerified active
Member votes0 to get the venue on GigXchange
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NightWednesdayEvery 2nd Wednesday of the monthNext: Wed 9 Dec
Irwell Works Brewery occupies a restored Victorian steam-powered works on Irwell Street in Ramsbottom, brewing its own range of cask ales with a first-floor tap room overlooking the town. It is a characterful, popular spot a short walk from the East Lancs Railway station.
The open mic runs on the second Wednesday of each month from 8pm to 11pm, hosted by The Impromptunes. It is free, sign-up is walk-in on the night, and a PA system is provided - all genres are welcome, from acoustic singer-songwriters to full-band-voiced covers.
The night gets very busy, so performers are advised to arrive early to be sure of a slot.
More open mic nights in Bury: Robin Hood Inn, Royal British Legion (Astley Bridge and District) Club Limited, Doffcocker Inn and 5 more - day and sign-up where listed.
Irwell Works Brewery brews its own cask ales in Ramsbottom, and its tap room sits on the first floor above the brewery on Irwell Street. Live music is a regular part of the week here, and the tap is closed on Mondays.
On the second Wednesday of each month The Impromptunes host an open mic from 7.30pm to 11pm. It is free, all genres of music are welcome and a PA is provided, so you only need to bring your instrument and your voice. The night gets very busy, and the listing advises getting there before 7pm to be sure of a spot.
What's on stage — equipment and backline at this venue, verified regularly.
PA systemProvided
Drum kitTBC
Guitar ampTBC
Bass ampTBC
Keys / keyboardTBC
Vocal micsTBC
In-house engineerTBC
The Night at a Glance
How Irwell Works Brewery’s Wednesday night runs.
Next nightWed 9 Dec · 19:30Starts in 26d 11h 49m
Kick-off19:30Every 2nd Wednesday of the month
Music ends · Venue closes23:00Last act finishes
How often
Every 2nd Wednesday of the month
Coming up
Wed 9 Dec · Wed 13 Jan · Wed 10 Feb
Kit
Irwell Works Brewery provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
First time here?
Arrive early to get your name on the list, tune up before you go on.
The nearest station is Bury Interchange (tram stop), about 4 miles away - a taxi or bus is the easier last leg. Irwell Works Brewery is in Ramsbottom, Bury — use BL0 9YQ 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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Common Questions
9 things people ask before turning up at Bury's Irwell Works Brewery open mic.
Walk-in sign-up only. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Bury open mic nights for alternatives.
Irwell Works Brewery provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
No entry fee is listed for Irwell Works Brewery's open mic - most open mics are free to play and to watch, but check with the venue before you go. Browse Bury open mics.
Ask the host before bringing a full band — solo and duo acts are the usual open-mic format.
Mostly fellow musicians, friends and Bury regulars across the Bury open mic scene. Bury open mic crowds tend to listen attentively.
The nearest station is Bury Interchange (tram stop), about 4 miles away - a taxi or bus is the easier last leg. For sat-nav and taxis, the postcode is BL0 9YQ. (Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport, Open Government Licence.)
Sign-up is walk-in on the night, so you do not need to book ahead. GigXchange doesn't publish venue phone numbers or emails. Browse other Bury open mics.
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Irwell Works Brewery open mic in brief. The Irwell Works Brewery open mic runs every 2nd Wednesday of the month from 19:30 (no fee listed). Irwell Works Brewery’s venue page lists its kit and capacity if you want to come back with a full band. For a different night this week, the open mics near Bury are listed by day.
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