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The John Peel Theatre

Grassroots music venue in Wigton

Venue at a glance The John Peel Theatre · Wigton
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Capacity
standinggrassroots
1 night
Live music
Friper week
–
Start time
doorsnightly
PA
Backline
PA + micsgear
Mixed
Books
originalslive acts
Verified
Directory status
openGX directory
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Last updated: 3 Jun 2026

The John Peel Theatre — Quick Facts

Grassroots music venue in Wigton

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The Details

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Capacity–
Live nightsFri
Curfew–
Sound limiter–
Outdoor stageNo
OriginalsYes
The John Peel Theatre photo Photo: Google
The John Peel Theatre photo Photo: Google
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The John Peel Theatre Station Road
Wigton
Wigton CA7 9AE

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PA system
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
2 vocal mics
In-house engineer

About The John Peel Theatre

The John Peel Theatre is a grassroots music venue in Wigton, Wigton. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.

This listing is part of the Wigton venue directory.

The John Peel Theatre is a small, friendly community theatre on Station Road in Wigton, with a cosy 90-seat auditorium, an excellent sound system and a well-stocked bar. Its free open mic on the first Friday of most months is billed as one of the friendliest sessions in Cumbria, sitting alongside original productions and live music. An intimate, welcoming stage for local performers.

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Station Road, Wigton, Wigton, CA7 9AE

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What's On at The John Peel Theatre

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Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
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Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
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Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
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FreePA
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Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
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Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
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Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
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Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
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Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
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Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
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Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
View open mic
Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
View open mic
Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
View open mic
Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
View open mic
Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
View open mic
Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
View open mic
Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
View open mic
Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
View open mic
Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
View open mic
Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
View open mic
Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
View open mic
Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
View open mic
Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
View open mic
Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
View open mic
Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
View open mic
Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
View open mic
Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
View open mic
Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
View open mic
Fri20:00
Open Mic — Fridays
Wigton
Starts 20:00 · Sign-up 19:30
FreePA
View open mic

Common Questions

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PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter Wigton venues by backline.
Contact the venue for genre preferences. Most Wigton grassroots venues book a mix of rock, pop, folk, and acoustic acts.
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Station Road, Wigton, Wigton, CA7 9AE. See the map below for directions. Browse more Wigton venues nearby.
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