The Hobbit Pub on Bevois Valley Road (SO14 0JZ), a short walk from Southampton University, is a fantasy-themed late-night pub and live-music venue rolled into one. Spread over split levels with two bars and a huge beer garden, it hosts international, national and local bands plus its own festivals through the year — an Ale festival, Cider festival and the music-led 'Messtival'. Alongside the band nights it runs an easy-going, intimate open mic in a private room where all acts are welcome, making it a genuine grassroots fixture of the city's live scene.
Southampton · Every Wednesday · No fee listed
Southampton open mic at The Hobbit Pub — listed on Google Places. Schedule below pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
Next night: Wed 18 Nov. Kick-off 20:00. No fee listed.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
Wednesdays
| Night | Every Wednesday |
| Sign-up | Ask the host |
| Slot | Ask the host |
| Entry | No fee listed · 18+ |
| Backline | PA provided |
| Capacity | – |
| Performer types | Musicians |
| Status | Being verified |
No sign-up. We review corrections within 7 days.
Southampton SO14 0JZ
The nearest station is St Denys (rail station), about 10 minutes' walk away.
| PA system | Provided |
| Drum kit | TBC |
| Guitar amp | TBC |
| Bass amp | TBC |
| Keys / keyboard | TBC |
| Vocal mics | TBC |
| In-house engineer | TBC |
The Hobbit Pub is listed on Google Places as hosting open mic nights in Southampton. We've verified the venue exists at the address below; the day, start time and slot length still need direct confirmation from the venue.
Getting there
134 Bevois Valley Rd, Southampton SO14 0JZ.
Photos
Four photos sourced from Google Places contributors are shown above the map.
The Hobbit Pub on Bevois Valley Road (SO14 0JZ), a short walk from Southampton University, is a fantasy-themed late-night pub and live-music venue rolled into one. Spread over split levels with two bars and a huge beer garden, it hosts international, national and local bands plus its own festivals through the year — an Ale festival, Cider festival and the music-led 'Messtival'. Alongside the band nights it runs an easy-going, intimate open mic in a private room where all acts are welcome, making it a genuine grassroots fixture of the city's live scene.
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The Hobbit Pub Open Mic
Southampton open mic at The Hobbit Pub — listed on Google Places. Schedule below pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
- Wednesday
- Open mic night
- Apr 2026
- Listed since
- 4 Sept
- Last checked
- No fee
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- Sign-up time
- Community
- Listing status
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The Hobbit Pub Open Mic — Quick Facts
The Hobbit Pub Open Mic runs on Wednesdays at The Hobbit Pub in Southampton, starting at 20:00. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.

Music starts around 20:00. There is a PA listed - ask what else is on stage before you load in.
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About This Open Mic
The Hobbit Pub is listed on Google Places as hosting open mic nights in Southampton. We've verified the venue exists at the address below; the day, start time and slot length still need direct confirmation from the venue.
Getting there
134 Bevois Valley Rd, Southampton SO14 0JZ.
Photos
Four photos sourced from Google Places contributors are shown above the map.
Equipment and backline at this venue — what's on stage, verified regularly.
The Night at a Glance
How The Hobbit Pub’s Wednesday night runs.
Every Wednesday
Wed 18 Nov · Wed 25 Nov · Wed 2 Dec
The Hobbit Pub provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
Arrive early to get your name on the list, tune up before you go on.
Find The Hobbit Pub
134 Bevois Valley Rd, Southampton SO14 0JZ
The nearest station is St Denys (rail station), about 10 minutes' walk away. You'll find The Hobbit Pub in Southampton; SO14 0JZ is the postcode for sat-nav and ride apps. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station.
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Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport (Open Government Licence).
Planning Your Wednesday Night
Arrive early to sign up for a slot. The Hobbit Pub provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
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Common Questions
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What’s On at The Hobbit Pub
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The Hobbit Pub open mic in brief. The Hobbit Pub open mic runs every Wednesday from 20:00 (no fee listed). Coming back with a full band? The Hobbit Pub’s venue page has its kit and capacity listed. The open mics near Southampton are listed by day, for another night this week.
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Rooms near The Hobbit Pub: Avon Brewery, Bishop on the Bridge, Crown & Anchor, George and Dragon, Market Tavern, Oasis Bar, Salisbury Arts Centre, Shenanigans, The Arc Winchester, The Railway Inn, The Scholars Arms and The Shooting Star.
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