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About The Witchwood
The Witchwood is a grassroots music venue in Town Centre, Ashton-under-Lyne with a standing capacity of approximately 200. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.
The Witchwood books Rock, Indie, Punk, Metal acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Ashton-under-Lyne venue directory.
The Witchwood is a traditional pub on Old Street in Ashton-under-Lyne with an iconic 200-capacity live music venue to the rear, a hub of live indie and rock music since the 1960s. The programme leans on rock, indie, punk and metal, mixing touring acts with weekly club nights and regular tribute shows running through 2026. Both original music and covers are welcomed, and a PA system is provided for performers. The bar opens from 4pm daily, running until midnight.
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152 Old St, Town Centre, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 7SF
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152 Old St, Town Centre, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 7SF. See the map below for directions. Browse more Ashton-under-Lyne venues nearby.
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