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The Queens Head

First-Thursday open mic with John's Open Mics

Venue at a glance The Queens Head · Waltham Abbey
–
Capacity
standinggrassroots
1 night
Live music
Thuper week
20:00
Start time
doorsnightly
PA
Backline
PA + micsgear
Acoustic
Books
originals+2 more
Verified
Directory status
openGX directory
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Last updated: 3 Jun 2026

The Queens Head — Quick Facts

First-Thursday open mic with John's Open Mics

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The Details

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Capacity–
Live nightsThu
Curfew–
Sound limiter–
Outdoor stageNo
OriginalsYes
The Queens Head photo Photo: Google
The Queens Head photo Photo: Google
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Where

The Queens Head 60 Paternoster Hill
Waltham Abbey
Waltham Abbey EN9 3LA

Genres

Acoustic Blues Folk

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What's on Stage

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PA system
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
3 vocal mics
In-house engineer

About The Queens Head

The Queens Head is a grassroots music venue in Waltham Abbey, Waltham Abbey. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.

The Queens Head books Acoustic, Blues, Folk acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Waltham Abbey venue directory.

The Queens Head in Waltham Abbey hosts a friendly, free monthly open mic on the first Thursday of each month, run by John's Open Mics. Performers sign up from 7:30pm for an 8pm start, with acoustic, blues and folk all welcome — and a dedicated YouTube channel sharing recordings shows a genuinely active local performer community.

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60 Paternoster Hill, Waltham Abbey, Waltham Abbey, EN9 3LA

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What's On at The Queens Head

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Open Mic — Thursdays
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Open Mic — Thursdays
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Thu20:00
Open Mic — Thursdays
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Thu20:00
Open Mic — Thursdays
Waltham Abbey
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Thu20:00
Open Mic — Thursdays
Waltham Abbey
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Thu20:00
Open Mic — Thursdays
Waltham Abbey
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Thu20:00
Open Mic — Thursdays
Waltham Abbey
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Thu20:00
Open Mic — Thursdays
Waltham Abbey
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FreePA
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Thu20:00
Open Mic — Thursdays
Waltham Abbey
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FreePA
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Thu20:00
Open Mic — Thursdays
Waltham Abbey
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FreePA
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Thu20:00
Open Mic — Thursdays
Waltham Abbey
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Thu20:00
Open Mic — Thursdays
Waltham Abbey
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FreePA
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Thu20:00
Open Mic — Thursdays
Waltham Abbey
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FreePA
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Thu20:00
Open Mic — Thursdays
Waltham Abbey
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FreePA
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Thu20:00
Open Mic — Thursdays
Waltham Abbey
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FreePA
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Thu20:00
Open Mic — Thursdays
Waltham Abbey
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FreePA
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Thu20:00
Open Mic — Thursdays
Waltham Abbey
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FreePA
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Thu20:00
Open Mic — Thursdays
Waltham Abbey
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FreePA
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Thu20:00
Open Mic — Thursdays
Waltham Abbey
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Thu20:00
Open Mic — Thursdays
Waltham Abbey
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Common Questions

Seven things people ask about booking The Queens Head.

PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter Waltham Abbey venues by backline.
The Queens Head books Acoustic, Blues, Folk. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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Yes — The Queens Head hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Waltham Abbey Open Mic Finder.
60 Paternoster Hill, Waltham Abbey, Waltham Abbey, EN9 3LA. See the map below for directions. Browse more Waltham Abbey venues nearby.
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