The Railway in Tooting is a vibrant neighbourhood music pub that thrives on creativity and community spirit. With a standing capacity of around 120, it welcomes a diverse array of genres, offering both original works and covers. The venue features a full backline and an in-house sound engineer, making it an ideal spot for emerging artists to showcase their talent during its popular Monday-night open mic sessions.
London · Every Monday · No fee listed
The Railway Open Mic
Tooting's Monday-night free open mic at 202 Upper Tooting Road, SW17 7EX — neighbourhood music pub, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.
Next night: Mon 16 Nov. Kick-off 20:00. No fee listed.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
At a glance
Checked 12 Sept 202620:00
Kick-off
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| Night | Every Monday |
| Sign-up | Ask the host |
| Slot | Ask the host |
| Entry | No fee listed · 18+ |
| Backline | Full backline |
01 — Inside the room
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| Capacity | c. 120 standing |
| Performer types | Musicians |
| Website | therailwaytooting.com |
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03 — The night
Every MondayHow the night runs
20:00
Kick-off
MondaysRunning order
20:00 Kick-off
23:00 Last songs
04 — Find The Railway
TootingGetting there
202 Upper Tooting Road,
London SW17 7EX
London SW17 7EX
The nearest station is Tooting Broadway (Underground station), about 5 minutes' walk away.
05 — What's on stage
6 provided| PA system | Provided |
| Drum kit | Provided |
| Guitar amp | Provided |
| Bass amp | Provided |
| Keys / keyboard | Bring your own |
| 3 vocal mics | Provided |
| In-house engineer | Provided |
06 — About
Tooting, LondonAbout the night
The Railway is a Tooting music pub with a Monday open mic. Full backline.
180 minutes, 15 acts at 12 minutes.
Sign-up process
Sheet at the bar at 7:30pm. Walk-in.
Getting there
202 Upper Tooting Road, SW17 7EX. 4 minutes from Tooting Bec (Northern).
The venue
Music pub with stage. 18+. Capacity c. 120.
The Railway in Tooting is a vibrant neighbourhood music pub that thrives on creativity and community spirit. With a standing capacity of around 120, it welcomes a diverse array of genres, offering both original works and covers. The venue features a full backline and an in-house sound engineer, making it an ideal spot for emerging artists to showcase their talent during its popular Monday-night open mic sessions.
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Tooting · Every Monday
The Railway Open Mic
Tooting's Monday-night free open mic at 202 Upper Tooting Road, SW17 7EX — neighbourhood music pub, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.
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- Apr 2026
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- 12 Sept
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Last updated: 13 November 2026
The Railway Open Mic — Quick Facts
The Railway Open Mic runs on Mondays at The Railway in London, starting at 20:00. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
Open mic status Last checked 12 Sept 2026
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Music starts around 20:00, finishing about 23:00. Full backline is listed, so you can travel light - bring your instrument, pedals and breakables.
Next nightMon 16 Nov · 20:00Starts in 3d 12h 20m
Age18+
Capacityc. 120 standing
BacklineFull backline
Sound engineerIn-house, included
Directory statusBeing verified
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NightMondayEvery MondayNext: Mon 16 Nov
Starts20:00until 23:00
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About This Open Mic
The Railway is a Tooting music pub with a Monday open mic. Full backline.
180 minutes, 15 acts at 12 minutes.
Sign-up process
Sheet at the bar at 7:30pm. Walk-in.
Getting there
202 Upper Tooting Road, SW17 7EX. 4 minutes from Tooting Bec (Northern).
The venue
Music pub with stage. 18+. Capacity c. 120.
The kit on stage — equipment and backline at this venue, verified regularly.
PA systemProvided
Drum kitProvided
Guitar ampProvided
Bass ampProvided
Keys / keyboardBring your own
3 vocal micsProvided
In-house engineerProvided
The Night at a Glance
How The Railway’s Monday night runs.
Next nightMon 16 Nov · 20:00Starts in 3d 12h 20m
Kick-off20:00Every Monday
Music ends23:00Last act finishes
How often
Every Monday
Coming up
Mon 16 Nov · Mon 23 Nov · Mon 30 Nov
Kit
The Railway provides a PA system, 3 vocal mics, a drum kit, a guitar amp, a bass amp and an in-house sound engineer; bring your own keys.
First time here?
Get there early for a slot, have your instrument tuned before your turn.
Find The Railway
202 Upper Tooting Road, London SW17 7EX
Address202 Upper Tooting Road
AreaTooting, London
PostcodeSW17 7EX
DirectionsOpen in Google Maps →
Getting there
The nearest station is Tooting Broadway (Underground station), about 5 minutes' walk away. You'll find The Railway in Tooting, London; SW17 7EX is the postcode for sat-nav and ride apps. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station.
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Ruskin House, The Hope, The Rabbit Hole and The Sound Lounge
Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport (Open Government Licence).
Planning Your Monday Night
Arrive early to sign up for a slot. The open mic runs until about 23:00. Full backline is provided — just bring your instrument and pedals.
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Full backline: drum kit, guitar amp, bass amp, PA and vocal mics, plus an in-house sound engineer. Bring your own instrument and pedals.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
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Yes — full bands welcome and the backline is set up for it.
202 Upper Tooting Road, London SW17 7EX.
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The nearest station is Tooting Broadway (Underground station), about 5 minutes' walk away. For sat-nav and taxis, the postcode is SW17 7EX. (Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport, Open Government Licence.)
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