As part of the Government’s £1.57 billion #CultureRecoveryFund, we’ve been able to invest £3.37m in much-loved venues across the country through the Grassroots Music Venue Fund, here’s just a few that we’ve been able to support in the South East
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Brighton is well known for its wealth of culture, including music venues! @latestmusicbar is a popular venue set over two floors – one atmospheric cabaret bar & an airy skylit bar! They’re re-opening at the end of September & taking bookings now: https://latestmusicbar.co.uk/
There’s also the @greendoorstore, a DIY music venue located under Brighton’s train station. This inclusive venue works to offer something for everyone! Make sure you look out for upcoming events: http://thegreendoorstore.co.uk/
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And The Pipeline is a restaurant located just a stone’s throw from Brighton Beach, offering a heady mix of Rock n’ roll and some of the tastiest vegan food you’ve ever had! Make sure you follow them on Facebook to see what’s coming up https://www.facebook.com/thepipelinebrighton/
In Deal, @TheLighthouse50 is a beautiful venue run by a passionate team of musicians, artists, designers, sound engineers and expert bar people – they might not have live music at the moment, but are hoping to get back in the saddle soon! https://thelighthousedeal.co.uk/
In Luton, @the_bear_club is a Jazz & Blues Club, serving up fantastic music alongside the occasional Country, Classical & Americana gigs. Sign up to their mailing list to be the first to hear about their reopening https://www.the-bear.club/mailing-list
In Hastings, the @GrandElektra has rich history, having been a notorious Mod Bar in the 60s & a Techno and Dance venue in the 70s, it now presents a diverse range of music & events. They’re currently live streaming DJs through Facebook. https://www.grandelektra.co.uk/
In Milton Keynes, @mk11livemusic a live music venue that provides a great platform for emerging artists a space to share their music. It’s come a long way from its roots as cowsheds and barns! https://www.mk11kilnfarm.com/
This support was only made possible thanks to investment from @DCMS, a much-welcomed investment for many artists, audiences and communities across the country.