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The Portsmouth Hoy

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The Portsmouth Hoy books Acoustic, Rock. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

Grassroots live music venue in Poole with a regular open mic night.

Venue at a glance The Portsmouth Hoy · Poole

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standinggrassroots

1 night

Live music

Tueper week

20:00

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doorsnightly

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PA + micsgear

Acoustic

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originals+1 more

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Grassroots live music venue in Poole with a regular open mic night.

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Live nightsTue

Curfew–

Sound limiter–

Outdoor stageNo

OriginalsYes

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The Portsmouth Hoy The Quay
Poole Quay
Poole BH15 1HJ

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Rock

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About The Portsmouth Hoy

The Portsmouth Hoy is a grassroots music venue in Poole Quay, Poole. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.

The Portsmouth Hoy books Acoustic, Rock acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Poole venue directory.

The ‌‌‍Portsmouth Hoy sits right on Poole Quay overlooking the harbour, serving seafood dishes and pub classics. It is one of the quays established pubs and supports the local music scene with regular live acts alongside the Poole Plugged and Unplugged open mic, where performers get a free drink and a shot at a paid gig.

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The Quay, Poole Quay, Poole, BH15 1HJ

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What equipment does The Portsmouth Hoy provide?

PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter Poole venues by backline.

What genres does The Portsmouth Hoy book?

The Portsmouth Hoy books Acoustic, Rock. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

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Does The Portsmouth Hoy have open mic nights?

Yes — The Portsmouth Hoy hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Poole Open Mic Finder.

Where is The Portsmouth Hoy?

The Quay, Poole Quay, Poole, BH15 1HJ. See the map below for directions. Browse more Poole venues nearby.

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