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EVENTS

Our events mainly take place in the Big Mess, which we opened in December 2022.  It is a great space (max 120 people standing) with sultry jazz bar vibes (by night), stage, full PA and lighting, and works equally as well for cabaret style shows as it does for high energy all standing gigs!  
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We host a range of free, small entrance charge and ticketed events, and in addition to the bar in The Big Mess, we also have The Little Mess Bar which is  also open for pre-show drinks, during and after all gigs. In addition to our one-off events, we also have free live music every Sunday evening, and something going on most Thursdays. 
(Please be aware that we are an over 18s venue after 6.30pm, unless otherwise specified on events).

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REGULAR EVENTS

2nd Thursday of the month - Open Mic
Last Thursday of the month - Quiz Night, table bookings advised.
Select Thursdays: Original music/comedy
Every Sunday: Live music from 7.30pm
Second Sunday of the month: Cheese and Vinyl - 3pm

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  • Open Mic
    Open Mic
    Thu 14 Aug
    14 Aug 2025, 20:30
    Come join us for our monthly open mic night, always a great night! In-house acoustic, bass, keyboard, guitar amp. For anyone who doesn't play or sing, please come along, support new music and enjoy a brilliant night of music, great drinks and good vibes!
  • The Jam Restart
    The Jam Restart
    Fri 15 Aug
    15 Aug 2025, 20:15
    The Jam Restart pay the ultimate homage to the most iconic band of the 70’s/80’s, The Jam. Featuring Mark Stelfox, Mike Greatbanks and Stuart Reid, expect to hear all the classics including ’Going Underground’ and ‘Town Called Malice’ as well as a great selection of album tracks!
  • Sunday Sessions - The Native Cult
    Sunday Sessions - The Native Cult
    Sun 17 Aug
    17 Aug 2025, 19:30 BST
    One of our favourites, The Native Cult, are back with us, this time for a Sunday Session. Becca and Kieran play an arrangement of originals and quirky covers in their own unique style .... Piña Colada Song, Dancing in the Moonlight, All Night Long, Land Down Under, nothing is off limits!
  • Matt Baxter - Sunday Session
    Matt Baxter - Sunday Session
    Fri 05 Sept
    05 Sept 2025, 19:30 BST
    Matt Baxter was was born in Leeds and has been performing music for over 15 years. He performs solo as well as a session musician, which has allowed him to perform all over Europe, North America and on television shows such as The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
  • (Sold Out) The Amy Winehouse Experience (On sale 15/4/25)
    (Sold Out) The Amy Winehouse Experience (On sale 15/4/25)
    Sat 27 Sept
    27 Sept 2025, 20:00 BST
    A full-stage show showcasing the talent of Amy Winehouse taking you on a journey through the emotional roller coaster of her song-writing legacy. With full backing band, The Amy Winehouse Experience provides an authentic tribute to the amazing talent, featuring Caroline Lowe as Amy.
  • Man of The World - The Music of Peter Green
    Man of The World - The Music of Peter Green
    Thu 23 Oct
    23 Oct 2025, 20:30
    Celebrating the life and music of Peter Green, founder of the original Fleetwood Mac. Guitarist Remi Harris will be joined by vocalist Dave Small, bassist Tom Moore and Shane Dixon on drums.
  • Cheese and Vinyl Sunday
    Cheese and Vinyl Sunday
    Sun 10 Aug
    10 Aug 2025, 15:00
    'Cheese & Vinyl Sundays' Come along, enjoy our free cheeseboard, bring your records, drink, chat and listen to absolutely anything and everything on vinyl. Don't get too excited, there's no spinning the decks! Just Steve with his trusty record player playing a mix of singles and albums!
  • Cheese and Vinyl Sunday
    Cheese and Vinyl Sunday
    Sun 10 Aug
    10 Aug 2025, 15:00
    😊'Cheese & Vinyl Sundays' Come along, enjoy our free cheeseboard, bring your records, drink, chat and listen to absolutely anything and everything on vinyl. Don't get too excited, there's no spinning the decks! Just Steve with his trusty record player playing a mix of singles and albums!
  • Sunday Session - Jamie Squire
    Sunday Session - Jamie Squire
    Sun 03 Aug
    03 Aug 2025, 19:30
    Join us for our popular live music Sundays, - rock, blues, pop and soul this week with Jamie Squire.
  • The Big Mess Quiz
    The Big Mess Quiz
    Thu 31 Jul
    31 Jul 2025, 20:15
    Come join us for and test your brain power on general knowledge, music, film, and everything in between! - Teams of up to 6 - Cash prizes to be won - £1 pp entry - Last Thursday of every month 8.30pm start in The Big Mess (bar open from 5pm). Table reservations recommended. Just drop us a message.
  • James Spencer - Sunday Session
    James Spencer - Sunday Session
    Sun 27 Jul
    27 Jul 2025, 19:30
    A rising star from Bradford, 20-year-old singer-songwriter James Spencer is making waves in the local music scene. After four performances in 3 years at the iconic Glastonbury Festival, James caught the attention of industry heavyweights like John Kennedy (Radio X) and earned features on BBC Look No
  • Sarah Widdup - Sunday Session
    Sarah Widdup - Sunday Session
    Sun 20 Jul
    20 Jul 2025, 19:30 – 21:45
    We're excited to welcome back Sarah Widdup to The Mess Room. Sarah plays contemporary acoustic covers with a few old favorites thrown in. Everything from Jackson 5 to Dua Lipa, with a sprinkling of Tina Turner.
  • Sunday Session The Ginjammers
    Sunday Session The Ginjammers
    Sun 13 Jul
    13 Jul 2025, 19:30 BST
    Armed with two guitars, two voices and a harmonica, Pete and Hazel bring along a big bag of songs, and some of the very best country, rock and blues.
  • Cheese and Vinyl Sunday
    Cheese and Vinyl Sunday
    Sun 13 Jul
    13 Jul 2025, 15:00
    😊'Cheese & Vinyl Sundays' Come along, enjoy our free cheeseboard, bring your records, drink, chat and listen to absolutely anything and everything on vinyl. Don't get too excited, there's no spinning the decks! Just Steve with his trusty record player playing a mix of singles and albums!
  • (SOLD OUT) Strange Brew - A Trip Through the finest 60s & 70s Psychedelic Rock
    (SOLD OUT) Strange Brew - A Trip Through the finest 60s & 70s Psychedelic Rock
    Sat 12 Jul
    12 Jul 2025, 20:30
    Strange Brew are an authentic organ trio taking you on a trip through the finest rock and psychedelia of the 60s/70s. Expect to hear staple classic’s alongside album deep cuts from the likes of Pink Floyd, The Doors, Led Zeppelin and much more.
  • Open Mic
    Open Mic
    Thu 10 Jul
    10 Jul 2025, 20:30
    Come join us for our monthly open mic night, always a great night! In-house acoustic, bass, keyboard, guitar amp. For anyone who doesn't play or sing, please come along, support new music and enjoy a brilliant night of music, great drinks and good vibes!
  • The Big Mess Quiz
    The Big Mess Quiz
    Thu 26 Jun
    26 Jun 2025, 20:15
    Come join us for and test your brain power on general knowledge, music, film, and everything in between! - Teams of up to 6 - Cash prizes to be won - £1 pp entry - Last Thursday of every month 8.30pm start in The Big Mess (bar open from 5pm). Table reservations recommended. Just drop us a message.
  • Sunday Session - Simon Brady
    Sunday Session - Simon Brady
    Sun 22 Jun
    22 Jun 2025, 19:30
    Simon is a talented singer /songwriter/guitarist & mandolin player and he has spent many years honing his craft. He has performed in many bands including touring with famous Swing Commanders for 12 years Blues, country, rock and pop tunes galore!
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