The Three Legged Mare is a lively traditional pub at 15 High Petergate (YO1 7EN), at the Minster end of York's old town and the city's go-to spot for pre- and post-theatre drinks. Opened in 2001 and owned since December 2018 by Black Sheep Brewery (which now brews the York Brewery beers here), the pub is modern and light yet keeps a historic feel — it takes its name from a 'three-man' hanging gallows, a replica of which stands in the rear garden. It hosts regular live music, typically from 8pm, with a weekly traditional Irish music session a long-running fixture alongside folk and acoustic open-mic-style nights. A small but warmly welcoming grassroots room with an in-house PA, it's a reliable home for trad, folk and acoustic players in central York.
Three Legged Mare Open Mic
York open mic at Three Legged Mare — listed on Google Places. Schedule below pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
Last updated: 3 June 2026
Three Legged Mare Open Mic — Quick Facts
York open mic at Three Legged Mare — listed on Google Places. Schedule below pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
Everything you need before you turn up
Where
Three Legged Mare15 High Petergate
York YO1 7EN
York — check venue website for parking and nearest station.
Contact
Walk-in sign-up only
No advance booking
Host: in-house team
Highlights
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About Three Legged Mare
About This Open Mic
The Night
The Three Legged Mare — the "Wonky Donkey" — is a friendly real-ale pub on High Petergate inside the city walls, with a proper live-music streak. Davey Richmond's Open Mic runs on Thursdays from 8pm: an acoustic guitar is provided, and there's a free drink for every performer who steps up. It's a warm, welcoming room (the pub also hosts a traditional Irish folk session on Fridays), so just turn up and add your name.
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The Night at a Glance
How Three Legged Mare’s Thursday night runs.
Find Three Legged Mare
15 High Petergate, York YO1 7EN
Planning Your Thursday Night
Arrive by 19:30 to sign up for a slot. Entry is free and the open mic typically runs until late. A PA is provided — bring your own instrument and amp.
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