Popular village pub on King Street in the centre of Whalley, close to the historic church and Whalley Abbey. Serves six rotating cask beers from microbreweries and local producers, and hosts a monthly open mic night on the first Thursday of each month, 8pm to 10.30pm. Reopened in July 2026 after a c. 250,000 pound refurbishment by Star Pubs and new publican Lee McLoughlin, with its well-supported open mic nights carried on.
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55 King Street, Whalley, Whalley, BB7 9SP
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Yes — Dog Inn hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Whalley Open Mic Finder.
55 King Street, Whalley, Whalley, BB7 9SP. See the map below for directions. Browse more Whalley venues nearby.
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