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The Pump House

Tuesday-night open mic at The Pump House — Watford's grassroots heart for 12+ years.

Venue at a glance The Pump House · Watford

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standinggrassroots

1 night

Live music

Tueper week

23:00

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last callnightly

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PA + micsgear

Mixed

Books

originalslive acts

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Tuesday-night open mic at The Pump House — Watford's grassroots heart for 12+ years.

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Capacity–

Live nightsTue

Curfew23:00

Sound limiter–

Outdoor stageNo

OriginalsYes

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The Pump House Local Board Road
Watford
Watford WD17 2JP

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About The Pump House

The Pump House is a grassroots music venue in Watford, Watford. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.

This listing is part of the Watford venue directory.

The ‌‌‍Watford Open Mic is the town's longest-running open mic, hosted in the Colne River Room at the Pump House Theatre & Arts Centre just off Watford's Lower High Street (Local Board Road, WD17 2JP). It has run for over a decade, every Tuesday night, doors 7:30pm and performances 8pm–11pm. The organisers provide full sound (PA) and a 10- or 15-minute slot per act, with a piano available on-site; recordings can be made for £3. Entry is £3, under-16s free, and it welcomes all ages and musical styles in a friendly, inclusive room. Slots are members-only and best pre-booked via the 'Watford Open Mic' Facebook group to guarantee a spot.

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Local Board Road, Watford, Watford, WD17 2JP

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What equipment does The Pump House provide?

PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter Watford venues by backline.

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Does The Pump House have open mic nights?

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Where is The Pump House?

Local Board Road, Watford, Watford, WD17 2JP. See the map below for directions. Browse more Watford venues nearby.

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