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Wooden Cross (formerly Harringay Arms)

Crouch End's wednesday-night free open mic at **The Harringay Arms** — PA + vocal mic, walk-in sign-up from 7pm, 15-minute slots, all ages.

Wooden Cross (formerly Harringay Arms) — Quick Facts

Crouch End's wednesday-night free open mic at **The Harringay Arms** — PA + vocal mic, walk-in sign-up from 7pm, 15-minute slots, all ages.

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Wooden Cross (formerly Harringay Arms) 153 Crouch Hill
Crouch End
London N8 9QH

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What's on Stage

PA + monitors
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
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.

This listing is part of the London venue directory.

The Harringay Arms runs an open mic every Wednesday in Crouch End, London, starting at **7:30pm** with free entry for performers and audience. Known for **music only**. It's one of London's regular weekly open-mic slots — listed across [public open-mic guides](https://www.designmynight.com/london/open-mic-nights-in-london). Sign-up opens at **7pm** on a walk-in basis (no advance booking). Slots run **15-15 minutes** per act — typically 3 songs solo or 4 for a band. PA and at least one vocal mic provided. Bring your own instrument, amp and any pedals. ### Sign-up process The sign-up sheet goes out at **7pm** at the venue. Popular wednesdays fill within 30-60 minutes — arrive early if you want a guaranteed slot. There is no advance booking, no online sign-up, no email list — strictly walk-in. ### What to expect London open-mic crowds skew 25-40 and listen attentively — this isn't a chatter-over-the-music pub mic. Solo songwriters, duos and acoustic acts work best given the gear set-up; full bands should ask the host before turning up. The "Music only" tag captures what regulars come back for week after week.

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153 Crouch Hill, Crouch End, London, N8 9QH

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