Leadmill

Despite controversies, supporters of the iconic Leadmill showed up outside the Town Hall yesterday, and "it was clear to see that no one was in it for the money".

Supporters are being asked to object to an application for a premises license from London-based landlords Electric Group.

The iconic Sheffield venue is opening up its archives to the public through a free exhibition of rare photos, press cuttings and signed setlists, gathered across its 43-year history.

The popular event series kicks off the new year with a bang on Wednesday 4 January, with sets from Mick Ferry, Jack Gleadow and Jonny Pelham, and compering from Hayley Ellis.

The greatest trick the veteran comedian and magician pulls is convincing the world that his vehemently vexatious views are real, writes Wayne Hoyle.

From small beginnings to comedy mainstay, the much-loved monthly club is celebrating a milestone year with a special show on 2 November.

Iconic venue "which means so much to so many people" urges fans to sign petition as eviction by landlord inches closer.

River Hawley brings his flow to a much-loved Sheffield stage.

Returning to The Leadmill after three years, indie rockers Bombay Bicycle Club performed a set full of fan favourites ahead of their run of summer festivals.

From its daytime café, artistic workspace and theatre workshops, to youth training, live gigs, and club nights, the Leadmill is not a performance venue with an ordinary history.

The Long Blondes’ history is connected to The Leadmill in the same way many of our formative and favourite moments are. Sahar writes about first discovering the band on a night out at the historic venue.

If the petition receives 100,000 signatures it could be debated in Parliament.

If we want to save the Leadmill, the community must organise together to make Sheffield such a toxic environment for Electric Group that they never dare to touch the city again, says Zac Larkham.

While it might be challenged in court, a compulsory purchase order is the strongest tool we could use to protect this iconic space from what amounts to a hostile corporate takeover.

Huge backlash from Sheffield musicians, businesses and individuals as London-based Electric Group, which owns the Leadmill site, declares intent to end existing lease and manage the venue itself from March 2023.

Rather than evict in order to redevelop the site, it appears London-based Electric Group could plan to take control of managing the iconic Sheffield venue itself.

In a shock announcement, the iconic venue say they will close their doors for good in a year.

Hosted at venues across the city, free music festival features artists including Kawala, Abbie Ozard and Bedroom High Club.

Leadmill puts out a call for local organisations to co-produce upcoming event series for young people.