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PA system
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
In-house engineer
About The Three Cups
The Three Cups is a grassroots music venue in Bedford, Bedford with a standing capacity of approximately 70. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.
The Three Cups books Acoustic, Singer-Songwriter, Covers acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Bedford venue directory.
The Three Cups is a characterful 1770s inn at 45 Newnham Street, Bedford (MK40 3JR), retaining its real fire and wood panelling, with a part-covered patio garden out back. It is a reliable grassroots music pub: an open-mic night runs every Wednesday from 7pm, and local musicians play live across many weekends. A house PA is provided and the room welcomes both originals and covers.
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45 Newnham St, Bedford, Bedford, MK40 3JR
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PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter Bedford venues by backline.
The Three Cups books Acoustic, Singer-Songwriter, Covers. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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The Three Cups has a standing capacity of approximately 70, classed as a small venue. See all Bedford venues for size comparisons.
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45 Newnham St, Bedford, Bedford, MK40 3JR. See the map below for directions. Browse more Bedford venues nearby.
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