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The Fox & Firkin

Lewisham's Tuesday-night free open mic at 316 Lewisham High Street, SE13 6JZ — DIY-scene venue, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.

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Lewisham's Tuesday-night free open mic at 316 Lewisham High Street, SE13 6JZ — DIY-scene venue, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.

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Capacity~150 standing
Live nightsContact venue
Curfew
Sound limiter
Outdoor stageNo
OriginalsYes

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The Fox & Firkin 316 Lewisham High Street
Lewisham
London SE13 6JZ

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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 Fox & Firkin

The Fox & Firkin is a grassroots music venue in Lewisham, London with a standing capacity of approximately 150. 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.

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The Fox & Firkin stands out in Lewisham for its vibrant Tuesday-night free open mic, welcoming both original compositions and covers. With a medium capacity of around 150, it features a full backline and an in-house sound engineer, making it an ideal spot for emerging artists to showcase their talent. This DIY-scene venue at 316 Lewisham High Street fosters a diverse music community in London.

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316 Lewisham High Street, Lewisham, London, SE13 6JZ

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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 London venues and filter by backline.
Contact the venue for genre preferences. Most London grassroots venues book a mix of rock, pop, folk, and acoustic acts.
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The Fox & Firkin has a standing capacity of approximately 150, classed as a medium venue. See all London venues for size comparisons.
Yes — The Fox & Firkin hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the London Open Mic Finder.
316 Lewisham High Street, Lewisham, London, SE13 6JZ. See the map below for directions. Browse more London venues nearby.
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