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Rutland Arms

Sheffield's Thursday-night free open mic at 86 Brown Street, S1 2BS — real-ale pub, PA + guitar amp, 12-minute slots.

Rutland Arms — Quick Facts

Sheffield's Thursday-night free open mic at 86 Brown Street, S1 2BS — real-ale pub, PA + guitar amp, 12-minute slots.

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The Details

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Capacity~70 standing
Live nightsContact venue
Curfew
Sound limiter
Outdoor stageNo
OriginalsYes
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Where

Rutland Arms 86 Brown Street
City Centre
Sheffield S1 2BS

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What's on Stage

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

About Rutland Arms

Rutland Arms is a grassroots music venue in City Centre, Sheffield with a standing capacity of approximately 70. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.

This listing is part of the Sheffield venue directory.

The Rutland Arms in Sheffield's City Centre is a vibrant hub for emerging talent, hosting a free open mic night every Thursday. With a cosy standing capacity of around 70, this real-ale pub welcomes both original songs and covers, providing a supportive atmosphere for musicians. Equipped with a PA system and guitar amp, it fosters a diverse range of genres, making it a key player in Sheffield's grassroots music scene.

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86 Brown Street, City Centre, Sheffield, S1 2BS

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PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter Sheffield venues by backline.
Contact the venue for genre preferences. Most Sheffield grassroots venues book a mix of rock, pop, folk, and acoustic acts.
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Rutland Arms has a standing capacity of approximately 70, classed as a small venue. See all Sheffield venues for size comparisons.
Yes — Rutland Arms hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Sheffield Open Mic Finder.
86 Brown Street, City Centre, Sheffield, S1 2BS. See the map below for directions. Browse more Sheffield venues nearby.
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