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About Bold Forester
Bold Forester is a grassroots music venue in Southsea, Southsea with a standing capacity of approximately 80. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.
Bold Forester books Indie, Jazz, Funk, Rock acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Southsea venue directory.
The Bold Forester is a large, historic corner pub at 177 Albert Road in central Southsea, dating from the 1870s and now part of the Greene King estate. It's one of the more active grassroots music rooms in Portsmouth: live bands belt out indie, jazz, funk and rock, there are intimate acoustic nights, and an open mic runs from 7pm to 10:30pm every Thursday where new performers can get their shot — the pub has even hosted heats of a grassroots music competition with a career-launching prize. Dog- and family-friendly, with a large secluded patio garden to the rear and an in-house PA, it's a welcoming spot for covers, originals and first-timers alike.
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177 Albert Rd, Southsea, Southsea, PO4 0JW
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PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter Southsea venues by backline.
Bold Forester books Indie, Jazz, Funk, Rock. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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Bold Forester has a standing capacity of approximately 80, classed as a small venue. See all Southsea venues for size comparisons.
Yes — Bold Forester hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Southsea Open Mic Finder.
177 Albert Rd, Southsea, Southsea, PO4 0JW. See the map below for directions. Browse more Southsea venues nearby.
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