City Centre · Medium

The Polar Bear

Q: What genres does The Polar Bear book?

The Polar Bear books Indie, Rock, Alternative, Electronic. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

Q: What is the capacity of The Polar Bear?

The Polar Bear has a standing capacity of approximately 200, classed as a medium venue. See all Hull venues for size comparisons.

Hull's Monday-night free open mic at 229 Spring Bank, HU3 1LR — long-running music pub, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.

Venue at a glance The Polar Bear · Hull

~200

Capacity

standingmedium

2 nights

Live music

Tue · Satper week

20:00

Start time

doorsnightly

Full

Backline

on stagegear

Indie

Books

originals+3 more

Verified

Directory status

openGX directory

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Last updated: 4 June 2026

The Polar Bear — Quick Facts

Hull's Monday-night free open mic at 229 Spring Bank, HU3 1LR — long-running music pub, full backline, in-house engineer, 12-minute slots.

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✓ Verified openLast verified 04 Jun 2026Source: thepolarbearmusic.com

The Details

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Capacity~200 standing

Live nightsTue, Sat

Curfew–

Sound limiter–

Outdoor stageNo

OriginalsYes

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Where

The Polar Bear 229 Spring Bank
City Centre
Hull HU3 1LR

Genres

Indie Rock Alternative Electronic

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PA system

Drum kit

Guitar amp

Bass amp

Keys / keyboard

3 vocal mics

In-house engineer

About The Polar Bear

The Polar Bear is a grassroots music venue in City Centre, Hull 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.

The Polar Bear books Indie, Rock, Alternative, Electronic acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Hull venue directory.

The Polar Bear Music Club at 229 Spring Bank (HU3 1LR) is one of Hull's most beloved grassroots music venues — a Grade II listed former Victorian pub, complete with original stained-glass windows, that reopened in 2021 as a Community Interest Company after closing during the pandemic. Its anchor night is the legendary 'The Sesh', a free-entry live music night every Tuesday from 8pm showcasing local, national and international acts, with a live DJ taking over every Saturday from 10.30pm. The venue is dedicated to emerging talent and runs a full backline with an in-house sound engineer, making it an easy, well-supported stage for both original bands and cover acts. Free entry, late licence and a genuine community ethos make it a cornerstone of the Hull music scene.

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229 Spring Bank, City Centre, Hull, HU3 1LR

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Common Questions

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What equipment does The Polar Bear provide?

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 Hull venues and filter by backline.

What genres does The Polar Bear book?

The Polar Bear books Indie, Rock, Alternative, Electronic. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

How do I book a gig at The Polar Bear?

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What is the capacity of The Polar Bear?

The Polar Bear has a standing capacity of approximately 200, classed as a medium venue. See all Hull venues for size comparisons.

Does The Polar Bear have open mic nights?

Yes — The Polar Bear hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Hull Open Mic Finder.

Where is The Polar Bear?

229 Spring Bank, City Centre, Hull, HU3 1LR. See the map below for directions. Browse more Hull venues nearby.

What are typical fees at The Polar Bear?

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