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The Chemic Tavern

Q: What genres does The Chemic Tavern book?

The Chemic Tavern books Folk, Traditional, Open mic, Jazz, Acoustic. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

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Venue at a glance The Chemic Tavern · Doncaster

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Capacity

standinggrassroots

1 night

Live music

Wedper week

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Start time

doorsnightly

Backline

PA + micsgear

Folk

Books

originals+4 more

Verified

Directory status

openGX directory

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Last updated: 3 Jun 2026

The Chemic Tavern — Quick Facts

Grassroots music venue in Doncaster

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Capacity–

Live nightsWed

Curfew–

Sound limiter–

Outdoor stageNo

OriginalsYes

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Where

The Chemic Tavern 9 Johnston St
Doncaster
Doncaster

Genres

Folk Traditional Open mic Jazz Acoustic

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About The Chemic Tavern

The Chemic Tavern is a grassroots music venue in Doncaster, Doncaster. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.

The Chemic Tavern books Folk, Traditional, Open mic, Jazz, Acoustic acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Doncaster venue directory.

The Chemic Tavern is a historic real-ale pub in the heart of Woodhouse, just north of Leeds city centre, established in the 1840s and open seven nights a week. Music is woven through the week — traditional folk on Wednesdays, regular Scottish and old-time sessions on Sundays, plus open mic nights and appearances at the Leeds Jazz Festival. Its Tap Room hosts live performances and community gatherings, making it a much-loved grassroots folk room.

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9 Johnston St, Doncaster, Doncaster

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What equipment does The Chemic Tavern provide?

PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter Doncaster venues by backline.

What genres does The Chemic Tavern book?

The Chemic Tavern books Folk, Traditional, Open mic, Jazz, Acoustic. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

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Where is The Chemic Tavern?

9 Johnston St, Doncaster, Doncaster. See the map below for directions. Browse more Doncaster venues nearby.

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