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In-house engineer
About Wooden Cross (formerly Harringay Arms)
Wooden Cross (formerly Harringay Arms) is a grassroots music venue in Crouch End, London. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.
Wooden Cross (formerly Harringay Arms) books Blues, Acoustic, Folk, Indie acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the London venue directory.
Now trading as The Wooden Cross (the former Harringay Arms, which closed and reopened in 2024), this is a cosy, dog-friendly pub on Crouch Hill in Crouch End, north London (N8), with wooden finishes, comfortable seating and an outdoor garden. It runs live music two to three times a week or more across a variety of artists, and hosts a monthly blues jam in memory of local musician Jimmy C on the second Sunday of each month from 4pm. The pub pours well-kept ales (including a well-regarded Guinness) plus cocktails and wine, and houses an Italian kitchen, Sicilia in Tavola, serving home-style food. A PA is provided for performers; bring your own backline.
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153 Crouch Hill, Crouch End, London, N8 9QH
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Wooden Cross (formerly Harringay Arms) books Blues, Acoustic, Folk, Indie. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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153 Crouch Hill, Crouch End, London, N8 9QH. See the map below for directions. Browse more London venues nearby.
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