The Chester Tavern

08/09/2026

Back again in December... 🎨🥂

07/09/2026

This week's Sounds Around...

Tuesday – Folk Night 👍
Have a beer and a listen, or ‘Go folk yourself’ and join in 😉
From 8pm

Thursday – The Barcodes 👍
The legendary Wyre Forest duo are back with an authentic blend of blues, soul and rock ‘n’ roll. 🙌
8.30pm

Friday – Sam Redmore 👍
Big beats, Small Pub. The esteemed DJ and producer will be spinning an eclectic blend of Disco, House, Funk, Broken Beat, Afro and Latin in our upstairs venue. FREE entry and a FREE exclusive mix for all attendees! 🙌
From 8pm

Sunday – Bryn Teeling 👍
Popular local act with a wide-ranging repertoire, Bryn makes a welcome return. 🙌 4pm

06/09/2026

Live music/Sunday sermon this afternoon from the brilliant Reverend Ferriday! 🙏 The Rev returns for an afternoon of low-down, dirty, slide guitar blues. Prayer mats optional, attendance essential. 🙂 4pm start 🍻🍻

03/09/2026

🍑 NEW ON TAP 🥭

STOOPID.

Those crazy lot at Vault City have done it again. 🤪

Stoopid Spaceshake | 5.5%

A thick, creamy smoothie sour absolutely loaded with peach, mango, banana & coconut, finished with vanilla ice cream. 🥭🍌🥥🍦

Vault City have never been particularly interested in making normal beer. And this doesn't disappoint.

Basically a tropical milkshake masquerading as a pint.

Pouring now. 🍺

03/09/2026

If you're kicking yourself for missing last night's fantastic comedy event, here are the full details for the next one... 🙂👍

LIVE COMEDY IN KIDDERMINSTER

We’re back at The Chester Tavern on Wednesday 7 October.

A cracking little comedy room, a brilliant crowd and another strong line-up.

SULLY O’SULLIVAN
“A blast of hilarity”
Manchester Evening News

THARUN CHELLEY
“Generated a lot of laughs”
Notts Comedy Review

MIKEY CRUMP
“A very funny and cheeky young comedian. A joy to behold!”
Joe Lycett

Hosted by OKSE
“One of those rare, natural MCs who makes an audience feel like they’re in their living room with a good friend.”
Adam Bloom

Show starts at 8pm.

Tickets are £10 from the venue or thefunnyfirm.co.uk

03/09/2026

Live music tonight from a Chester Tavern newcomer, Harvey Allinson 🙌🙌

Performing upbeat / chill covers of songs ranging from the 1950’s to the present day, he's, very bravely, happy to take requests! 👍 8.30pm 🙂🍻

02/09/2026

TONIGHT!!!!
Our latest Funny Firm comedy event, headlined by Freddy Farrell. 🙌🙌 Support from Jay Droch, hosted by Okse. 👊👊
Last few places, pay on the door. 8pm start 🙂🍻

01/09/2026

Paint and Sip next Monday 🎨🥂🥳🥳

Paint and Sip Night in Kidderminster | Art Uncorked at The Chester Tavern

Looking for a fun night out in Kidderminster? Join Art Uncorked for a relaxed paint and sip evening at The Chester Tavern. Whether you’re a complete beginner or enjoy painting as a hobby, this guided art class is the perfect way to unwind, get creative and meet new people.

Local artist Okse will guide you step by step as you create a bold, colourful floral painting featuring vibrant flowers in a patchwork vase against a rich red background. No drawing skills or painting experience are needed.

What’s included?

🎨 All paints, brushes, canvas and equipment provided
🍷 Drinks available to purchase from the bar
👩‍🎨 Take your finished painting home at the end of the evening

💷 £23 per person

Event Details

📅 7th September 2026
🕢 7:30 pm
📍 The Chester Tavern, 211 Chester Rd N, Kidderminster DY10 1TN

Perfect for:

* Beginners
* Friends’ nights out
* Date nights
* Birthday celebrations
* Anyone looking for a creative evening in Worcestershire

Spaces are limited, so book early to avoid missing out.

Art Uncorked hosts fun, beginner-friendly paint and sip events across the Midlands, making creativity accessible to everyone. Come along, enjoy a drink and leave with a painting you’ll be proud to display.

Grab your ticketsfrom the link in comments

31/08/2026

FUNNY FIRM COMEDY RETURNS TO KIDDERMINSTER

Wednesday 2nd September 2026
The Chester Tavern, Kidderminster

We’re back with another night of grassroots stand-up comedy, and we’ve got two cracking Midlands comics coming to The Chester Tavern.

Freddie Farrell

A familiar face on the UK comedy circuit, Freddie has performed at The Comedy Store, The Glee Club, The Stand and Jongleurs, as well as taking multiple shows to the Edinburgh Fringe.

West Midlands Comedy Forum Best Newcomer and Breakthrough Act winner, with writing credits including BBC Radio 4 Extra’s Newsjack.

“Freddie Farrell is a charming funny man… one to watch for sure.”
Joe Lycett

Jay Droch

Birmingham Comedy Festival Breaking Talent finalist who has opened for Guz Khan and performed for BBC Asian Network at the BBC Radio Theatre.

Jay is also a writer and improviser, and was runner-up in BBC Writersroom Future Talent.

Expect bags of energy, character work and a performer who knows how to work a room.

Hosted by Okse

“One of those rare, natural MCs who makes an audience feel like they’re in their living room with a good friend.”
Adam Bloom

Wednesday 2nd September
The Chester Tavern, Kidderminster
Show starts 8pm
£10

We’ve been bringing grassroots comedy to The Chester Tavern for over three years now. If you’ve enjoyed one of our nights, come down, bring a mate and help us keep filling this brilliant little comedy room.

Please spread the word. Every share and every person through the door helps.

Tickets available from our little Andy and at thefunnyfirm.co.uk

31/08/2026

Coming up this week... 🙂

Wednesday – Comedy Night (Headlined by Freddie Farrell) 🙌
Freddie has performed at The Comedy Store, The Glee Club, The Stand and Jongleurs, as well as taking multiple shows to the Edinburgh Fringe.
“Freddie Farrell is a charming, funny man… one to watch for sure.” - Joe Lycett.
Supported by Jay Droch, hosted by our very own Okse. 🙌🙌
8pm start

Thursday – Harvey Allinson 🙌
Performing upbeat / chill pop covers of songs ranging from 1950’s to the present day. Requests taken! 8.30pm

Sunday – Reverend Ferriday 🙌
Our prayers have been answered! The Rev returns for an afternoon of low-down, dirty, slide guitar blues. 4pm