Hydes Bar is a small neighbourhood bar in Rowan Yard on Billingham Road in Norton, the village end of Stockton-on-Tees, with a regular local crowd and a weekly entertainment line-up.
Its open mic has been billed by the bar itself as "the best open mic night around" every Wednesday from 7.30pm, and local press have described it as AJ's open mic, running alongside karaoke and a Sunday live music slot. It has been free and walk-in, so singers and players can simply turn up.
We could not find a recent listing to confirm the night is still on, so check the bar's Facebook page before you head out.
Hydes Bar sits in Rowan Yard on Billingham Road in Norton, the leafy village end of Stockton-on-Tees. It is a smart neighbourhood bar with a loyal local crowd and a growing name for live music.
The open mic runs every Wednesday from 7.30pm, hosted by AJ, and is free and walk-in - the bar bills it as the best open mic night around, and the weekly turnout of singers and players backs the claim up. The night is also championed by the WeLoveNortonTS20 community page.
Expect a sociable, up-for-it room rather than a hushed listening space, with everything from acoustic originals to singalong covers.
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Last updated: 13 November 2026
Hydes Bar Open Mic — Quick Facts
Hydes Bar Open Mic runs on Wednesdays at Hydes Bar in Stockton-on-Tees, starting at 19:30. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
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Hydes Bar sits in Rowan Yard on Billingham Road in Norton, the leafy village end of Stockton-on-Tees. It is a smart neighbourhood bar with a loyal local crowd and a growing name for live music.
The open mic runs every Wednesday from 7.30pm, hosted by AJ, and is free and walk-in - the bar bills it as the best open mic night around, and the weekly turnout of singers and players backs the claim up. The night is also championed by the WeLoveNortonTS20 community page.
Expect a sociable, up-for-it room rather than a hushed listening space, with everything from acoustic originals to singalong covers.
More open mic nights in Stockton-on-Tees: Norton Cricket Club, 3 Rivers Bar & Coffee Lounge, Cafe Bar Loco and 2 more - each with its night and sign-up where listed.
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Hydes Bar is a small neighbourhood bar in Rowan Yard on Billingham Road in Norton, the village end of Stockton-on-Tees, with a regular local crowd and a weekly entertainment line-up.
Its open mic has been billed by the bar itself as "the best open mic night around" every Wednesday from 7.30pm, and local press have described it as AJ's open mic, running alongside karaoke and a Sunday live music slot. It has been free and walk-in, so singers and players can simply turn up.
We could not find a recent listing to confirm the night is still on, so check the bar's Facebook page before you head out.
The kit on stage — equipment and backline at this venue, verified regularly.
PA systemTBC
Drum kitTBC
Guitar ampTBC
Bass ampTBC
Keys / keyboardTBC
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In-house engineerTBC
The Night at a Glance
How Hydes Bar’s Wednesday night runs.
Next nightWed 18 Nov · 19:30Starts in 5d 11h 51m
Kick-off19:30Every Wednesday
Venue closes00:00The listed closing time
How often
Every Wednesday
Coming up
Wed 18 Nov · Wed 25 Nov · Wed 2 Dec
First time here?
Arrive early to get your name on the list, tune up before you go on.
The nearest station is Stockton (rail station), about 1.5 miles away - a taxi or bus is the easier last leg. Hydes Bar is in Norton, Stockton-on-Tees — use TS20 2RZ for sat-nav, taxis and ride apps. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station before you set off.
Hydes Bar has not listed its kit yet — ask the host before you go.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
No entry fee is listed for Hydes Bar's open mic - most open mics are free to play and to watch, but check with the venue before you go. Browse Stockton-on-Tees 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 Stockton-on-Tees regulars across the Stockton-on-Tees open mic scene. Stockton-on-Tees open mic crowds tend to listen attentively.
The nearest station is Stockton (rail station), about 1.5 miles away - a taxi or bus is the easier last leg. For sat-nav and taxis, the postcode is TS20 2RZ. (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 Stockton-on-Tees open mics.
Venues Near Hydes Bar
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More live music venues: Norton Cricket Club, 3 Rivers Bar & Coffee Lounge, Angels Cut Bar and 9 more - size, kit and live nights where listed.
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Hydes Bar open mic in brief. The Hydes Bar open mic runs every Wednesday from 19:30 (no fee listed). Hydes Bar’s venue page has its kit and capacity if you want to come back with a full band. For another night this week, the open mics near Stockton-on-Tees are listed by day.
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