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The Foundry

Canterbury's Tuesday-night free open mic at 77 Stour Street, CT1 2NR — converted foundry, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.

The Foundry — Quick Facts

Canterbury's Tuesday-night free open mic at 77 Stour Street, CT1 2NR — converted foundry, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.

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The Details

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Capacity~200 standing
Live nightsContact venue
Curfew
Sound limiter
Outdoor stageNo
OriginalsYes
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Where

The Foundry 77 Stour Street
City Centre
Canterbury CT1 2NR

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What's on Stage

PA + monitors
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
In-house engineer

About The Foundry

The Foundry is a grassroots music venue in City Centre, Canterbury with a standing capacity of approximately 200. Full backline is on stage including drum kit, guitar amp, bass amp, PA and vocal mics, plus an in-house sound engineer — so you can travel light.

This listing is part of the Canterbury venue directory.

The Foundry in Canterbury's City Centre stands out with its unique converted industrial space and a welcoming atmosphere for both original acts and cover bands. With a standing capacity of around 120, it hosts a vibrant Tuesday-night free open mic, offering musicians 12-minute slots to showcase their talent. The venue is fully equipped with a backline and an in-house sound engineer, ensuring a professional experience for performers.

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77 Stour Street, City Centre, Canterbury, CT1 2NR

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Common Questions

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Full backline: drum kit, guitar amp, bass amp, PA and vocal mics. In-house sound engineer included. Bring your own instrument and pedals. Looking for other venues with full backline? Browse Canterbury venues and filter by backline.
Contact the venue for genre preferences. Most Canterbury grassroots venues book a mix of rock, pop, folk, and acoustic acts.
Sign up free on GigXchange to view The Foundry’s booking contact, fee range, and submission process. Most grassroots venues accept email submissions with a link to your music or EPK. Check current UK fee benchmarks before quoting.
The Foundry has a standing capacity of approximately 200, classed as a medium venue. See all Canterbury venues for size comparisons.
Yes — The Foundry hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Canterbury Open Mic Finder.
77 Stour Street, City Centre, Canterbury, CT1 2NR. See the map below for directions. Browse more Canterbury venues nearby.
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