The Leadmill, one of Sheffield’s most influential music venues and cultural institutions, has announced the launch of a public crowdfunding campaign in the next phase of its battle to stay open.
The aim is to secure a new permanent home in the city, after they where they were forced to move from their original site after 45 years following a long-standing public legal dispute.
The hope is that a new home will allow The Leadmill to continue its role as a platform for live music, comedy, club nights, and more.
The “#TheNewLeadmill – Powered By The People” campaign invites supporters to contribute to the deposit, fit-out and long-term security of a new venue space.
As they currently operate as an independent, privately run company, there is no access to public grants or subsidised tax structures.
The campaign funds will be ringfenced for:
- Securing a new venue space
- Building and fitting out performance areas, bars and technical infrastructure
- Ensuring full accessibility throughout the venue
- Preserving and reinstalling iconic Leadmill heritage items, including its neon sign.
A spokesperson for The Leadmill commented: “This isn’t about starting over – it’s about continuing something that Sheffield helped build.
“The address may change, but the purpose stays the same: bringing people together through culture, music and creativity.”
The crowdfunding campaign is live now and will be open to supporters locally and beyond here:
https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/the-leadmill-relocation-fund.
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