New Leadmill landlords promise “bright future for this venue” as “a cornerstone of the live music scene in Sheffield for the next 100 years” after winning court ruling

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the venue’s long-serving owners, The Leadmill Ltd, lost its eviction court battle with Electric Group, leaving its future uncertain – its statement on social media informed patrons that “there is no immediate timeline for what happens next.”Electric Group, the owners of the 900-capacity venue’s building, served an eviction notice on their tenants The Leadmill Ltd in March 2022, which sparked an outcry across the music industry and from gig-goers.

The Leadmill Ltd own the trademark for the venue’s name – meaning a new venue in a different building could retain the name and branding of the original.A spokesperson for the Electric Group has now commented on the ruling to NME: “We welcome the court’s consideration and careful decision to award a possession order for the Leadmill; an important ruling following difficult legal proceedings.“The successful legal outcome paves the way for a bright future for this venue, ensuring it will receive the substantial investment it needs to thrive.

It will continue to be a cornerstone of the live music scene in Sheffield, supporting artists, fans, and community projects for the next 100 years.”The update comes just days after The Leadmill’s planning application to demolish certain parts of the venue, if evicted, was rejected.

The Leadmill’s Phil Mills previously said he intended to “gut” the premises of its current fixtures and fittings – including the dancefloor and stage – if forced to vacate the building.The planning officer who rejected the proposed demolition described it as “purposeless” and without public benefit, adding that if evicted, tenants should “return the building complex to the condition it was in prior to the lease being taken up.”Electric Group, a joint venture between.