The Crown & Anchor sits at 168 High Street on Winchester's busy Broadway, opposite the Guildhall — an LGBTQ-friendly community pub that welcomes guests from all walks of life. It serves a traditional menu with gluten-free and vegan options, has a beer garden and is dog-friendly. Live music is a regular fixture (the pub runs a 'LIVE MUSIC at The Crown & Anchor' programme), with a grassroots, bring-your-own-gear feel that suits both original acts and covers across mixed genres. A welcoming, inclusive spot for passing trade and regulars alike in the heart of the city.
Winchester · Every 1st Wednesday of the month · Free
Crown & Anchor Open Mic
Winchester's wednesday open mic.
Open mic at a glance Crown & Anchor · Winchester
Wednesday
Open mic night
May 2026
Listed since
24 Jul
Last verified
Free
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Last updated: 24 July 2026
Crown & Anchor Open Mic — Quick Facts
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The Details
Everything you need before you turn up
DayWednesday
Start20:00
Sign-up walk-in
Slot length–
EntryFree · all ages
Capacity–
Performer typesMusic
Sound engineerBYO / hire on the night
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Where
Crown & AnchorWinchester
Winchester — check venue website for parking and nearest station.
Contact
Walk-in sign-up only
No advance booking
Host: in-house team
Highlights
Free entry for all
Walk-in sign-up
Music welcome
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About Crown & Anchor
About This Open Mic
Every 1st Wednesday of the month in Winchester
Kicks off at 20:00
Free entry for performers and audience
Slot length — we’re on it, no info yet
Gear & backline — we’re on it, no info yet
Part of the Winchester open mic directory
The Night
The Crown & Anchor on Winchester's High Street (168, SO23 9BA) hosts an open mic on the first Wednesday of the month from 8pm. It's an all-ages, original-songs night that gives a stage to great local artists in a beloved, sensibly-priced pub known for its good beer and welcoming atmosphere. Entry is free — turn up and get your name down with the host.
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 Crown & Anchor’s Wednesday night runs.
20:00Kick-off
23:00Venue closes
Every 1st Wednesday of the month Free entry
Find Crown & Anchor
Winchester
Planning Your Wednesday Night
Arrive early to sign up for a slot. Entry is free and the open mic typically runs until late. Bring your own gear.
Part of the Winchester live music scene.
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Walk-in sign-up only, opens at . Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Winchester open mic nights for alternatives.
BYO PA, mics and instruments.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
Yes — free entry for performers and audience. Most Winchester mics are free; browse the list.
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