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About The Waterwitch
The Waterwitch is a grassroots music venue in Aldcliffe Rd, Lancaster. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.
The Waterwitch books Acoustic, Folk, Mixed acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Lancaster venue directory.
The Water Witch is a characterful canalside pub and restaurant on the towpath off Aldcliffe Road in Lancaster, converted from purpose-built stables in 1978 and a five-minute stroll from the city centre. Every Wednesday it hosts a uniquely intimate, supportive weekly open mic by the fireplace overlooking the Lancaster canal, hosted by Michael (Mike) Kinder — acoustic and folk-leaning. It is well known for its cask ales across seven hand-pulls, Sunday roasts, pizzas, burgers and deli boards, with a large outdoor seating area and a cosy log fire in winter. Performers typically bring their own PA for the fireside open mic.
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Canal Tow Path, Aldcliffe Rd, Lancaster, LA1 1SU
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Canal Tow Path, Aldcliffe Rd, Lancaster, LA1 1SU. See the map below for directions. Browse more Lancaster venues nearby.
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