What’s On

Every Thursday in the Green Room – Crib Night [7pm] Admission Free

It can be justifiably argued that Cribbage or Crib is “Britain’s national card game” and the only one legally playable in licensed pubs and clubs in the UK. Join us in convivial surroundings for a game or two at your leisure.

Wed 24th September – TOM’s Talks – Dave Vernon [7pm] Admission Free

David is a local up-and-coming poet and is from Wistaston.

He writes poems that are humorous, repulsive and self-deprecating, offering a jaundiced but sharp-witted look at the modern world and the people that inhabit it. His work presents a colourful and engaging take on everything from dating anorexics to Greggs addiction and from celebrity animals to the sexual charge of launderettes.

His debut collection, Sauce, was released on May 22nd and is available in local bookshops and on the websites of Amazon and Waterstones. It will also be available to buy on the night.

Saturday 27th September – Funk Underground [5-11pm] Admission Free

Prepare to get your groove on with DJ mummyfunk. She is bringing you the very best in classic funk, jazz funk, ska and reggae; served with a dash of soul, blues, afro and latin.

Friday 3rd October – Unsigned Sessions feat Seregade [Doors 7:30pm for 8:00pm] Admission – pay what you can (cash on door). We suggest a donation of at least £5 to cover the artist’s expenses

Seregade is a 4-piece hard rock band from Cheshire dedicated to pursuing a sound that is fearless in its expression of emotion; the heaviness accompanied by beauty, the fire with elegance, and the shade with light.

Friday 10th October – Cheese Night (online only) [8pm] – Admission £45 for beer & cheese (£59 for double cheese)

In association with the Cheese Shop Nantwich.
Craft beers curated by our very own Head Brewer are expertly matched with artisan cheese from the Cheese Shop Nantwich. The tasting will take place on Zoom in the comfort of your own living room. We will deliver both beer and cheese prior to the event.

Saturday 11th October – Oli Ng [Doors 7:30pm for 8:00pm] Admission pay what you can (cash on door). We suggest a donation of at least £5 to cover the artist’s expenses.

Oli Ng is a singer-songwriter from Crewe. His songs are often described as giving a positive take on some of life’s challenges. He has performed across the UK and Europe, sharing stages with various acts including Tom Robinson, Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly., Steve Ignorant (Crass), and Neville Staple of The Specials.

His notable works include the “Into The Dark” EP, which won ‘Best EP’ at the Staffordshire & Cheshire Music Awards in 2017, and his debut album, “Everything Is Impossible Until It Happens,” was released on April 7, 2023.

Saturday 18th October – Codename Colin [Doors 7:30pm for 8:30pm] Early Bird Tickets £7 (available until 6pm Fri 17th October) Regular Tickets £9

Codename Colin is a ska-punk band hailing from Hertfordshire, UK, and has been electrifying audiences nationwide since 2016 with their high-octane live performances. Their signature energetic vibe, driven by infectious beats and captivating horn-driven hooks, creates an experience unique to the ska punk genre.

This vibrant band has graced stages alongside acts like [Spunge], Fandangle, Sonic Boom Six, and Call Me Malcolm, featuring at prominent festivals including Rebellion, Level Up, Slamdunk and Punk Rock Holiday.

Their live repertoire predominantly showcases tracks from their EPs and albums, such as ‘Escape from Everything’ and ‘Outgunned,’ complemented by surprising covers infused with their distinctive ska-punk treatment, inciting an irresistible urge to skank and bounce among the crowd.

Thursday 23rd October – George Gadd & Mexican Dave [Doors 7:30pm for 8:00pm] Admission pay what you can (cash on door). We suggest a donation of at least £5 to cover the artist’s expenses.

George Gadd is a Nottingham-based singer-songwriter blending emo-tinged punk with catchy, heartfelt songwriting. Known for his energetic live shows and introspective lyrics, he’s played festivals like 2000trees and Y Not, and toured extensively across the UK, Europe, and the US – both solo and with his band, The Aftermath.

He’s supported the likes of Frank Turner, The Front Bottoms, The Xcerts, and Gaz Brookfield, earning a reputation for sincere, crowd-connecting performances. His upcoming debut album Too Many Ghosts… explores themes of grief, deteriorating mental health, and growing older on his terms but not necessarily with grace.

FFO: The Wonder Years, Bright Eyes

Mexican Dave is a rising folk-punk artist based in Bristol. Following the release of his debut EP, Kinda Wasted, he has taken his energetic performances across the UK, playing everywhere from intimate pubs and cozy house shows to renowned venues and major festivals like 2000trees, Beautiful Days, and Barnstomper.

Mexican Dave has recently shared the stage with notable acts such as Black Water County, Nick Parker, Imprints and Henshaw, captivating audiences with his raw, heartfelt songs about mental health, wild nights out, and the ups and downs of navigating life.

FFO: Frank Turner, Skinner Lister

Friday 24th October – Ed Poole with Sally Pepper [Doors 7:30pm for 8:00pm] Admission pay what you can (cash on door). We suggest a donation of at least £5 to cover the artist’s expenses.

With brooding acoustic guitar lines and soaring vocals, Ed Poole embraces the DIY ethic, self-producing and creating songs that blend and weave emo, punk rock and folk with more atmospheric and darker tones.

His debut album, Envelop/Erase was released in 2019 via Liverpool based indie-label, Doing Life Records.

Sally Pepper needs no introduction having played Tom’s Tap many times over to a packed house.

Wednesday 29th October – Tom’s Talks with Kyla Bavin (Birmingham City University) [7pm] Admission Free

Kyla is currently in her final year of doctoral studies, where her research explores online tribalism and the algorithmic harms of social media.

Friday 31st October – The Rocky Horror Show 50th Anniversary Fancy Dress Party [7pm] Admission Free

To celebrate fifty years of The Rocky Horror Show we are throwing a fancy dress Halloween party. Come as your favourite character and dress to impress. There will be prizes for the best costume and a creepy cocktail bar. So prepare to Time Warp down to Tom’s Tap for some spooky fun.

Saturday 1st November – Black Cactus [Doors 7:30pm for 8:30pm] Admission – pay what you can (cash on door). We suggest a donation of at least £5 to cover the artist’s expenses

Black Cactus are an original band containing members of McNulty’s Ghost. They play their own material, which they wrote over the last five years.

With influences including artists such as The National, Bad Seeds, PJ Harvey and Joy Division, expect beat driven tunes, with guitar synth, heavy bass, and thoughtful lyrics.

Friday 7th November – The Purpletones [Doors 7:30pm for 8:30pm] Admission – pay what you can (cash on door). We suggest a donation of at least £5 to cover the artist’s expenses

The Purpletones are a UK-based acoustic duo comprised of Krystal Cooper and Trish Watt. Formed in 2014 they have performed extensively across the UK and beyond.

Their debut release, “Escaping Our Souls” and its follow up “Corners of our Mind”, showcase both exceptional songwriting and musical talent.

Sunday 9th November – Fraser Morgan [Doors 3:30pm for 4pm] Admission pay what you can (cash on door). We suggest a donation of at least £5 to cover the artist’s expenses.

Fraser Morgan is a rapidly up and coming Folk-Punk/Singer-Songwriter who brings to the stage high levels of passion, energy, and showmanship. He is often compared to the likes of Ren, Frank Turner and Jamie T.

Fraser recently played his 1000th show to a sold-out crowd at Colchester Arts Centre, and this experience shows when he’s putting on a beautifully chaotic, yet passionate and enjoyable performance.

If you like leaving gigs with a heart full of life and a bamboozled smile strapped to your face, then a Fraser Morgan show is exactly where you need to be.

Friday 14th November – Chasing the Fall & Guests [Doors 7:30pm for 8:30pm] Admission £7 Early Bird £9 Regular

Chasing the Fall, is a dynamic pop punk ensemble hailing from Crewe, comprising talented musicians deeply passionate about their craft. The band is quickly gaining recognition for their energetic stage presence and dynamic performance.

Early Bird Tickets available until 6pm Thursday 30th October

Saturday 15th November – Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Cocktail [6-8pm] Admission £30

Calling all sentient life-forms, make sure you have your towel handy as we embark on a journey to The Cocktail Bar at the end of the Universe. There will be Pan Galactic Gargle Blasters and other delights to amuse you, but watch out for the Vogon poetry!

Wednesday 19th November – Tom’s Talks with Carol Forrester [7pm] Admission Free

A Shropshire-born poet, Carol lives in Cheshire with her husband and daughter. Her poems explore mythology, feminism, and folklore, with individual poems published by ‘Ink Sweat & Tears’, ‘Hencroft Hub’, ‘The Daily Drunk’, ‘Riverbed Review’, ‘Fieldstone Review’ and ‘Crow & Cross Keys’.

Her short story A Visit From The Fortune Teller was published by Ink Pantry in 2015 and For The Love Of Jellyfish And Sharks was a Selected Finalist in the 2020 London Independent Story Prize. Carol’s debut collection It’s All In The Blood (2019), and her following collection ‘Stone Tongued’ are both available online as well as in selected bookshops.

We are pleased to have her at the Tap to talk about her work, copies of which will be available on the night.

Friday 22 November – Minstrels of Mischief [Doors 7:30pm for 8:30pm] Admission – pay what you can (cash on door). We suggest a donation of at least £5 to cover the artist’s expenses

Minstrels of Mischief is a highly regarded alternative pop/rock duo based in the North West of England. They play a mix of covers and their own original material. This will be their second appearance at the Tap after being very well received. Check them out on YouTube.

Friday 28th November – Unsigned Sessions feat Xan & Oscar Phillips [Doors 7:30pm for 8:00pm] Admission – pay what you can (cash on door). We suggest a donation of at least £5 to cover the artist’s expenses

A passionate guitarist and emerging songwriter, Xan brings raw energy and emotion to every performance. Whether he’s holding
down the low end on bass with his band Atomia or stepping into the spotlight solo, Xan is a performer through and through. On stage, he transforms—channelling his love for rock into
powerful, genre-blending sets where he is starting to showcase his original songs alongside bold reinterpretations of classic covers.

Oscar Phillips blends raw folk and acoustic
grunge classics with bold, message-driven
songwriting.

Saturday 29th November – Funk Underground [5-11pm] Admission Free

Prepare to get your groove on with DJ mummyfunk. She is bringing you the very best in classic funk, jazz funk, ska and reggae; served with a dash of soul, blues, afro and latin.

Friday 5th December – UNIVERSITY + PAIN.PROGRAM and Guests [Doors 5:30pm for 6:00pm] Admission £10

UNIVERSITY is a Crewe-based emo rock band formed of Zak Bowker (vocals/guitar), Ewan Barton (bass), drummer Joel Smith and Eddie (mascot). Their debut album, ‘McCartney, It’ll Be OK,’ was released on 20 June 2025 via the Transgressive label.

PAIN.PROGRAM is an up and coming Liverpool 5 piece post-hardcore band with an EP on the way

I’m Sorry Emil is a three piece London screamo band. They released their self-titled EP in the beginning of this year through Snuffpuff Productions – a Birmingham diy label; and BSDJ – an independent label in Japan.

Myria is a Northwich based shoegaze (with psychedelic and hardcore elements) three piece. They’ve release multiple singles and an EP through Rare Vitamin Records, a Northwich independent label who’ve released records for Kicked In The Teeth, Gas Kunst and The C33s (among many others).

band tbc

Friday 12th December – Karma Cartel [Doors 7:30pm for 8:30pm] Admission – pay what you can (cash on door). We suggest a donation of at least £5 to cover the artist’s expenses

Four Crewe lads, playing loud energetic indie rock with a punk edge.

Saturday 13th December – Fraktal Glass [Doors 7:30pm for 8:30pm] Admission – pay what you can (cash on door). We suggest a donation of at least £5 to cover the artist’s expenses

Fraktal Glass returns with a set of original retro-electronica. Let ambient washes and pulsating rhythms transport you to another dimension, with music inspired by Jean Michel Jarre, Tangerine Dream, Kraftwerk, Hans Zimmer, Vangelis and Tomita.

Wednesday 17th December – Tom’s Talks with Sandra Bond [7pm] Admission Free

Prior to becoming a professional writer, Sandra Bond had a diverse career, training as a librarian and a lawyer, and working as a dray driver for a craft brewery. She is known for her distinctive fiction, (often within the science fiction and fantasy genres), and her poetry.

Her published novels include: The Psychopath Club (2021): A dark comedy featuring a teenage protagonist who plans to become a serial killer; The Devil’s Finger (2023): Described as an overt comedy with a shapeshifter; and Three Men in Orbit (2024): A steampunk sequel to Jerome K. Jerome’s “Three Men in a Boat.” She has also published a collection of verse titled Poetry Slum (2024).

Copies of her work will be available to purchase on the night.

Saturday 20th December – Angel of Harlem (U2 Tribute) [Doors 7:30pm for 8:30pm] Admission £6

Angel of Harlem is a four piece tribute to U2. The band came together to celebrate their love of U2 and to give people the opportunity to enjoy the best of U2’s back catalogue in a live setting all year round.

Wednesday 31st December – The Roaring Twenties New Year’s Eve Fancy Dress Party [7pm -2am] (ticket holders only after 10pm – price £10 each)

Welcome in the New Year at our Roaring Twenties themed party. Dress to impress in your finest flapper and dapper attire. Then Charleston the night away. Admission Includes a glass of bubbly at midnight; and there will be a 1920’s style cocktail menu available throughout the night.

Saturday 31st January – Primordial Radio Upvote Top 100 [2-11pm] Admission Free

Primordial Radio is excited to announce the return of the Up-Vote Top 100! The event will be broadcast live at Toms Tap & Brewhouse. Join us in commemorating new Rock and Metal music, and the sense of community it engenders, as we embark on a countdown of the most beloved new songs on the station from 2025, as voted by you the listener.

Saturday 7th March – Shaun Banks [Doors 7:30pm for 8:30pm]Admission – pay what you can (cash on door). We suggest a donation of at least £5 to cover the artist’s expenses.

Shaun Banks is a one-man band artist, who’s based in the 500-year-old mining town of Idrija, Slovenia. His music is fueled by punk rock energy and is fused in a garage with the soul and groove of blues. Shaped by the town’s industrial and rural environment, Banks takes his fans on a journey through his energetic craftsmanship, heavily influenced by The White Stripes, The Black Keys, and Robert Johnson.

Friday 24th April – Chasing the Fall & Guests [Doors 7pm for 7:30pm] £7 Early Bird £9 Regular

Chasing the Fall is a dynamic pop punk ensemble hailing from Crewe, comprising talented musicians deeply passionate about their craft. The band is quickly gaining recognition for their energetic stage presence and dynamic performance.

Support is from Failed to Ignite and Homecoming UK

Early Bird Tickets available until 6pm Thursday 23rd April

Saturday 8th August – Jamaican Independence Day Celebration Party [2pm-11pm] Admission Free

Jamaican Independence Day falls on the Thursday 6th August, but we will be celebrating it on Saturday with an all day party. There will be cocktails, Caribbean food and music. Watch this space for updates.

Friday 9th October – Barn54 [Doors 7:30pm for 8:30pm] Admission pay what you can (cash on door). We suggest a donation of at least £5 to cover the artist’s expenses.

Barn54 is a German indie duo comprised of Simon (vocals and guitar) and Sina (vocals, keyboard, and melodica). They are known for their strong acoustic pop-rock sound, lively performances and “infectious energy”.