The Venue sits on Albert Road in Colne and is the town's go-to room for live music and DJs. CAMRA describes it as a modern open-plan bar with regular live music and big screen sports, and alongside the stage there is a games area with pinball, mini football, darts and pool plus a 150-inch screen for Sky and TNT. The open mic runs every Thursday night and is a properly incentivised one: the best act of the night takes a 50 pound drinks voucher or 25 pounds cash, every performer gets a free drink, and strong turns are offered a paid gig. It is the sort of grassroots room where a first-ever open mic slot can turn into a booking, which makes it a useful first stop for artists working the Pendle and east Lancashire circuit.
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105 Albert Rd, Colne, Accrington, BB8 0BS
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Yes — The Venue hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Accrington Open Mic Finder.
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