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The New Inn

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The New Inn books Acoustic. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

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The New Inn 2 Stafford Road
Newport
Newport TF10 7LX

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About The New Inn

The New Inn is a grassroots music venue in Newport, Newport. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.

The New Inn books Acoustic acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Newport venue directory.

A ‌‌‍traditional pub at 2 Stafford Road in Newport, Shropshire, a market town north of Telford. It runs a fortnightly Wednesday open mic alongside its regular pub trade, and keeps its listings up to date on its Facebook page.

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2 Stafford Road, Newport, Newport, TF10 7LX

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BYO all equipment — PA, mics, and instruments. For venues with gear provided, see the Newport venue directory.

What genres does The New Inn book?

The New Inn books Acoustic. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

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2 Stafford Road, Newport, Newport, TF10 7LX. See the map below for directions. Browse more Newport venues nearby.

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