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About The Barley Mow
The Barley Mow is a grassroots music venue in Southsea, Southsea. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.
The Barley Mow books Acoustic, Singer-songwriter, Folk, Poetry acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Southsea venue directory.
The Barley Mow is a cosy backstreet local at 39 Castle Road, Southsea (Portsmouth), and a perennial favourite for first-time performers. It hosts the Alleycats Open Mic on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month, starting at 6:45pm. Like its sister Alleycats night at the Admiral Drake, the format has run since 1997: a fully featured PA with leads, a house acoustic guitar if you need one, three songs per act (occasionally more, never less), and no pre-booking — just arrive early to get on the list. Musicians, singers, poets and spoken-word performers are all welcome, and the supportive crowd makes it a great spot to play your first gig. It's a busy, fun night of local music in a proper pub. Check the Barley Mow's Facebook page to confirm the next Alleycats Sunday before heading over.
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39 Castle Road, Southsea, Southsea, PO5 3DE
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The Barley Mow books Acoustic, Singer-songwriter, Folk, Poetry. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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Yes — The Barley Mow hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Southsea Open Mic Finder.
39 Castle Road, Southsea, Southsea, PO5 3DE. See the map below for directions. Browse more Southsea venues nearby.
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