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About The Scholars Arms
The Scholars Arms is a grassroots music venue in Southampton, Southampton. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.
The Scholars Arms books Acoustic, Covers, DJ, Open Mic acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Southampton venue directory.
The Scholars Arms is a family-friendly Greene King pub at 166 Above Bar Street in the heart of Southampton (SO14 7DU), drawing students, locals and sports fans with hearty food, drinks and games. Music is a fixture of the week: live music every Friday night from 9pm, a live DJ every Saturday from 9pm, and a free Open Mic Night every Sunday from 7pm — all free entry. Beyond the regular slots it runs acoustic garden sets and the 'Untapped' music competition. The pub also offers a pool table, quiz and fruit machines, two 16-foot shuffleboard tables and live sport on the TVs.
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166 Above Bar St, Southampton, Southampton, SO14 7DU
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