The Cornerhouse
A place to be with friends, drink wine, sample our extensive gin menu, enjoy the best beers, play board games, share food and listen to live music.
4-8 City Road is a beautiful Chester building with a varied history that deserves to be great again. Previously 3 shop fronts, it's been a post office, a sweet shop, a turf accountants, the site of the last Chester hanging, and the infamous Jones' Wine Bar. With our other bar across the road, The Cellar, showcasing over 100 different beers and live sport, The Cornerhouse will focus on a more exte
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FRIDAY 9pm - Brother Ray Band
Groovy, funky, bluesey, soulful versions of familiar songs presented in a unique way. Think an Amy Winehouse number interpreted by Ray Charles with sax, keyboard and drums. They do Madeleine Peyroux, BB King, and Kylie Minogue…
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Saturday 9pm - Ben Stafford
With an irrepressible enthusiasm for music & entertaining, Ben traverses the eras & genres from 1950s rock 'n' roll via a 90s/00s medley to an uncanny version of Cher...He feeds off his audience & positively encourages requests so come armed with a list of your favourite songs.
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Super CH Sunday
12 - 6pm - Epic Sunday roasts for humans and our four-legged friends, board games, the Sunday papers and, if it's cold enough, a roaring fire🔥
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7.30pm - The Weekly Cornerhouse Quiz - book to avoid disappointment.
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As ever, text Ben on 07735270833 to reserve a table at The Cornerhouse
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FRIDAY
5pm-ish - we'll be handing out complimentary nibbles for all CH drinkers
9pm - Alana Rose
With her guitar and a gorgeously relaxed voice full of texture and tone, Alana Rose sings pop, jazz, soul and folk music, live lounge style. You’ll have her melodic arrangements in your head for days.
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Saturday 9pm - The Tramps
Riotous drums, cascading keys, soulful sax and powerful vocals span the decades and genres. From soul to Motown, rock and funk, the common theme is songs that make you move.
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Super CH Sunday
12 - 6pm - Epic Sunday roasts for humans and our four-legged friends, board games, the Sunday papers and, if it's cold enough, a roaring fire. We sold out last week so book to guarantee yours 🔥
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7.30pm - The Weekly Cornerhouse Quiz - book to avoid disappointment.
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As ever, text Ben on 07735270833 to reserve a table at The Cornerhouse
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FRIDAY
5pm-ish - we'll be handing out complimentary nibbles for all CH drinkers
9pm - Echo Chamber
With voices full of tone that can traverse quite a range, and a true love of music, Bransby, Rik and now a third member on drums (this is Echochamber 2.0) bring familiar, much loved songs that you may not have heard for a while, complimented by various guitars, the mandolin and maybe a trumpet. Expect at least one great beard per stage appearance.
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Saturday 9pm - Connor Lawlor
With a voice full of feeling and melodic guitar, Connor does acoustic pop, rock and indie. The crowd loves him so much, he's booked to play CH Christmas Eve - 4-6pm.
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Super CH Sunday
12 - 6pm - Super generous Sunday roasts for humans and our four-legged friends, board games, the Sunday papers and COMING SOON… a roaring fire 🔥
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7.30pm - The Weekly Cornerhouse Quiz - book to avoid disappointment.
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As ever, text Ben on 07735270833 to reserve a table at The Cornerhouse
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FRIDAY
5pm-ish - complimentary nibbles for all CH drinkers, as per.
9pm - Kayne Taylor
Solo musician from New Zealand, Kayne has a soulful voice and simultaneously plays acoustic guitar and foot drums to create a full, lively sound. He plays all your favourite covers across genres from the 60s to present day.
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Saturday 9pm - The Sidekicks
A four-piece band with loads of energy, The Sidekicks bring crowd-pleasing hits from the 70s to modern day.
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Super CH Sunday
12 - 6pm - Super generous Sunday roasts for humans and our four-legged friends, board games, the Sunday papers and COMING SOON… a roaring fire 🔥
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7.30pm - The Weekly Cornerhouse Quiz - book to avoid disappointment.
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As ever, text Ben on 07735270833 to reserve a table at The Cornerhouse
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FRIDAY
5pm-ish - complimentary nibbles for all CH drinkers, as per
9pm - ME and Deboe
With an eclectic mix of rock, flamenco, blues, folk & classical influences, ME & Deboe’s high-tempo, intricate percussive playing and effortless harmonies are a true joy to watch. Always an energetic & vibrant set, they have a truly distinctive style.
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Saturday 9pm - Elvis
We’ve don’t really do tribute nights at The Cornerhouse but there was always one (maybe two) exceptions to that rule. It’s unoriginal to say, but we LOVE Elvis and now, after his sensational CH debut last year, he (or as close as we can get) takes to The Cornerhouse stage!
With tasselled jumpsuit, quivering lip and that voice, join us as Lee Randle brings The King to life.
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Super CH Sunday
12 - 6pm - Super generous Sunday roasts for humans and our four-legged friends, board games, the Sunday papers and COMING SOON… a roaring fire 🔥
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7.30pm - The Weekly Cornerhouse Quiz - book to avoid disappointment.
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As ever, text Ben on 07735270833 to reserve a table at The Cornerhouse
We’re going all out this New Year’s Eve at The Cornerhouse…
Dresscode: gladrags encouraged
Entry: £25 tickets in advance, £30 on the door Tickets available at the bar from October
Food: generous Cornerhouse canapés
Drink: complimentary glass of fizz on arrival
Entertainment: The Alibis take to the CH stage with their signature high-energy pop, soul, funk and disco that gets people dancing
We’re also planning a few secret treats for all who come, so join us for the fun and the joy!
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FRIDAY
5pm-ish - complimentary nibbles for all CH drinkers
9pm - Sophie Wilson
She's back! With mellow acoustic guitar and sweet, melodic vocals on pop sing-a-long songs, old and new.
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Saturday 9pm - The Weekenders
Lively, high energy band doing all the favourite indie floor-fillers from The Strokes to Vampire Weekend.
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Super CH Sunday
12 - 6pm - Super generous Sunday roasts for humans and our four-legged friends, board games, the Sunday papers and COMING SOON… a roaring fire 🔥
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7.30pm - The Weekly Cornerhouse Quiz - book to avoid disappointment.
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As ever, text Ben on 07735270833 to reserve a table at The Cornerhouse
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FRIDAY
5pm-ish - complimentary nibbles doing the rounds for all CH drinkers 💃🏻
9pm - nasteechapel
Nastee Chapel bring their touring show ‘Pub Pilgrims’ to the Cornerhouse stage with an upbeat, old timey spin on classic covers of Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, System of a Down, Fleetwood Mac & more, interspersed with well-known folk songs and original music.
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Saturday 9pm - Fused
From T-Rex to The Black Crowes, Stereophonics to Chuck Berry and Thin Lizzie, Fused are a classic rock covers band who sometimes flirt with pop. The accomplished four-piece bring an eclectic set to get the crowd on their feet.
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Super CH Sunday
12 - 6pm - Super generous Sunday roasts (doggie version available), board games, the Sunday papers and COMING SOON… a roaring fire 🔥
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7.30pm - The Weekly Cornerhouse Quiz - book to avoid disappointment.
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As ever, text Ben on 07735270833 to reserve a table at The Cornerhouse 🌟
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Well there we were, contemplating our autumn wardrobe, and today's a scorcher! Pina coladas still available for only a short while before we launch the autumn cocktail menu... catch 'em while you can 🍍
FRIDAY
5pm-ish - complimentary nibbles, of course, for all CH drinkers in the house.
9pm - Oli Ng
Local singer/songwriter, Oli, takes influence from artists such as Bruce Springsteen and Brian Fallon. His sound is a bit indie, a bit country, a bit rock ‘n’ roll, & he fills the stage with an easy, understated confidence & charm.
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SATURDAY 9pm - Brendan O'Rourke
With a great voice & an extraordinary repertoire, Brendan is endlessly entertaining and somewhat of a human jukebox. Requests at the ready!
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SUPER CH SUNDAY
12 - 6pm - Our generous Sunday roasts (doggie version available), board games and the Sunday papers.
7.30pm - The Weekly Cornerhouse Quiz - book to avoid disappointment.
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As ever, text Ben on 07735270833 to reserve a table at The Cornerhouse 🌟
// CALLING ALL PARTY PEOPLE 🎉
We've had a last-minute cancellation for our function room on Saturday 28 September 2024.
The room is free-to-hire, holds 40-100 people, with dedicated bar and staff!
Contact [email protected] if you're interested 🪩💃🏽
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FRIDAY
5pm-ish - complimentary nibbles, as per, for all CH drinkers
9pm - Macc Woodfleet
With guitars, keys and three voices, the K & the J of KaTo & JoE fame return with the fabulous Beth Moss to play Blondie, Bruce Springsteen, Adele, The White Stripes, The Cranberries, Human League and, of course, a bit of Fleetwood Mac. We love 'em.
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Saturday 9pm - The Red River Band
The Red River Band play an eclectic set of the familiar and sometimes unexpected from the 60s, 70s, 80s and beyond.
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Super CH Sunday
12 - 6pm - Big fat Sunday roasts (doggie version available), board games and the Sunday papers.
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7.30pm - The Weekly Cornerhouse Quiz - book to avoid disappointment.
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As ever, text Ben on 07735270833 to reserve a table at The Cornerhouse 🌟
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FRIDAY
5pm-ish - complimentary nibbles for all CH drinkers in the house. This week we'll be featuring our favourite new bar snack, the Italian savoury biscuit taralli...
9pm - Oisín Hassan
Taking inspiration from song-writing heroes like Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen & Neil Young and the Folk/Americana, Soul & Blues music he grew up listening to, Oisín crafts music with an undeniably classic and rootsy feel, and puts his own spin on some of our favourite songs.
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SATURDAY 9pm - The Alibis
The Alibis bring soul, funk and disco with 4-part harmonies on Al Green, Chic, Bowie and other classics. So good, they're booked to play The Cornerhouse NYE extravaganza!
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SUPER CH SUNDAY
12 - 6pm - Enormous Sunday roasts (doggie version available), board games and the Sunday papers.
7.30pm - The Weekly Cornerhouse Quiz - no one goes home empty handed
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As ever, text Ben on 07735270833 to reserve a table at The Cornerhouse 🌟
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FRIDAY
5pm-ish - complimentary nibbles for all CH drinkers in the house
9pm - Chaos in Control
With melodic sounds, live guitar loops and beautiful vocals, acoustic duo Chaos in Control bring their own style to popular songs from the 70s to present day, Dolly Parton to Adele.
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Saturday 9pm - Highly Strung
Bass, electro acoustic guitar and close two and three-part harmonies span a range of covers including Eagles, America, REM, The Cure, Beatles and, the ultimate vocal harmonists, Simon & Garfunkel.
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Super CH Sunday
12 - 6pm - Enormous Sunday roasts (doggie version available), board games and the Sunday papers.
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7.30pm - The Weekly Cornerhouse Quiz - first prize of a CH platter and bottle of wine 💘
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As ever, text Ben on 07735270833 to reserve a table at The Cornerhouse 🌟🌟
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Join us for the usual complimentary nibbles on offer late afternoon Friday, or maybe a stonebaked pizza with your choice of toppings 💃🏽🍕
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Friday 9pm - Hoppin' Frogs
Good old bluesey country & bluegrass with a variety of instruments, a true love of music and at least one hat per stage appearance.
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Saturday 9pm - Chris Fletcher
Chris plays sing-a-long songs to make you dance. His repertoire spans a range of familiar songs & artists: from A-Ha to James Bay, Lionel Ritchie to Jake Bugg, & Paulo Nutini to Paul Simon.
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Super CH Sunday
12 - 6pm - Enormous Sunday roasts (doggie version available), board games and the Sunday papers.
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7.30pm - The Weekly Cornerhouse Quiz - book to avoid disappointment!
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As ever, text Ben on 07735270833 to reserve a table at The Cornerhouse 🌟🌟
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Join us for the usual complimentary nibbles on offer late afternoon tonight (Friday).
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Friday 9pm - Sophie Wilson
Mellow acoustic guitar and sweet, melodic vocals on pop sing-a-long songs, old and new.
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Saturday 9pm - The Alibis
The Alibis bring soul, funk and disco with 4-part harmonies on Al Green, Chic, Bowie and other classics. Bring your dancing shoes!
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Super CH Sunday
12 - 6pm - A whole load of Sunday goodness. Sunday roast (doggie version available), board games and the Sunday papers.
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7.30pm - The Weekly Cornerhouse Quiz - book to avoid disappointment!
// As ever, text Ben on 07735270833 to reserve a table at The Cornerhouse 🌟🌟
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C**ktails and canapés at the ready, it’s the weekend. As ever, complimentary nibbles from 5ish tonight 💃🏻
Friday 9pm - Faye Bagley
Acoustic pop and rock with soaring harmonies, strong vocals and foot stomping melodies. Expect a good sing-song on your favourite hits with a twist.
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Saturday 9pm - Maddison Breen
Maddison Breen is an Aussie-based musician, taking to the CH stage for one night only. Born in Liverpool, they cut their teeth on the gig circuit working alongside the likes of John Power (The La’s/Cast), performing on the same bills as Catfish and The Bottlemen and the 1975. With entertainment at the forefront of every performance, their combination of music, storytelling and comedy is something not to be missed!
From Fleetwood Mac to The Police, Blink 182 and Elton John, Maddison never sticks to a setlist, reading the crowd, so expect to make requests.
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Super CH Sunday
12 - 6pm - Roast pork, beef or turkey - or all three (doggie version available)! Board games and the Sunday papers included.
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7.30pm - The Weekly Cornerhouse Quiz - be there or be square.
// As ever, text Ben on 07735270833 to reserve a table at The Cornerhouse 🌟🌟
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We have a cracking Salopian ale on, as modelled by The
Phil Thomas, and there will of course be the usual complimentary nibbles on offer early Friday eve.
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Friday 9pm - Just Above Snakes
Energetic pop and indie songs with a modern folk and country twist on guitars and harmonica.
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Saturday 9pm - Ozzie And The Uglies
An extremely popular covers band from Kent, four-piece Ozzie & The Uglies are seasoned pros, playing funk, pop, reggae, soul and rock n’ roll to get everyone up dancing.
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Super CH Sunday
12 - 6pm - All of the Sunday feels. A tummy full of Sunday roast (doggie version available), board games and the Sunday papers.
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The Cornerhouse will be closing at 8pm this Sunday and there will be no Quiz in honour of the Euros Final. If you want a spot at The Cellar to watch it, book it pronto.
// As ever, text Ben on 07735270833 to reserve a table at The Cornerhouse 🌟🌟
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Friday 9pm - The Holly Fitzgerald Duo
Warm, ethereal vocals laced over acoustic guitar on live-lounge style compositions of Bill Withers, Ariana Grande, Dolly and Fairground Attraction, alongside classic soul and jazz.
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Saturday 9pm - Connor Lawlor
With a voice full of feeling and melodic guitar, Connor does acoustic pop, rock and indie covers.
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Super CH Sunday
12 - 6pm - All of the Sunday feels. A tummy full of Sunday roast (doggie version available), board games and the Sunday papers.
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7.30pm - Booking is essential to guarantee a spot. Be there or be square.
// As ever, text Ben on 07735270833 to reserve a table
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4-8 City Road
Chester
CH13AE
Opening Hours
Monday | 12pm - 12am |
Tuesday | 12pm - 12am |
Wednesday | 12pm - 12am |
Thursday | 12pm - 12am |
Friday | 12pm - 2am |
Saturday | 12pm - 2am |
Sunday | 12pm - 11:30pm |
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