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What's on Stage
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PA system
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
In-house engineer
About The Mermaid
The Mermaid is a grassroots music venue in Exeter, Exeter. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.
The Mermaid books Jazz, Acoustic, Mixed / Variety acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Exeter venue directory.
The Mermaid is an elegant, subtly glamorous bar at 11b Gandy Street, Exeter (EX4 3LS, Devon), tucked among the independent shops and bars of Gandy Street. It hosts an open mic every Wednesday and a much-loved monthly jazz session in its intimate basement bar, led by saxophonist/flautist Pete Canter and the house band with invited guests — singers, trumpet players and guitarists. Doors for the jazz nights open at 7.30pm (£10 advance / £15 on the door, cash only). A welcoming grassroots room for Exeter's acoustic and jazz players.
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11b Gandy St, Exeter, Exeter, EX4 3LS
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PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter Exeter venues by backline.
The Mermaid books Jazz, Acoustic, Mixed / Variety. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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Yes — The Mermaid hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Exeter Open Mic Finder.
11b Gandy St, Exeter, Exeter, EX4 3LS. See the map below for directions. Browse more Exeter venues nearby.
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