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Scottish Sun
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Legendary UK nightclub ranked one of best in the WORLD will shut its doors forever in just weeks in ‘end of an era'
One heartbroken fan was left in tears LAST DANCE Legendary UK nightclub ranked one of best in the WORLD will shut its doors forever in just weeks in 'end of an era' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A LEGENDARY UK nightclub ranked one of the best in the world is shutting its doors forever in just weeks. This "vital cultural institution" on Avon Street, Bristol will be closing its doors for the final time in July marking the "end of an era" for the city's nightlife. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Motion is set close in July Credit: Facebook 2 The club has been described as one of Bristol's cultural cornerstones Credit: Facebook Motion, an iconic 4000 person capacity nightclub, was once a skate park in the 90s but has since turned into an integral part of the city's nightlife. However, much like a number of other music venues across the country, the club has struggled with securing a permanent residence. In November last year nightclub bosses said they had submitted a "strong, careful thought-out bid" to its landlords but were still uncertain about the club's future. A post on the club's Instagram said: "Our bid makes it crystal clear: Motion isn't just a nightclub. It's a vital piece of Bristol's cultural and economic ecosystem. "We'll keep pushing, we'll keep fighting and we'll keep working towards a future where Motion - and spaces like it - can thrive." But despite their best efforts, bosses have since confirmed that the lease will not be renewed when it expires in July. A message on the club's website said: "Unfortunately, we've recently received confirmation that our lease will not be renewed when it expires in July 2025, placing the future of the venue in serious jeopardy. "In response, we've submitted a bid to purchase the property in an effort to safeguard Motion's legacy. "However, as time passes and with no response from the landowners, it's becoming increasingly clear that the opportunity to stay is slipping away. Dozens of revellers were left heartbroken upon hearing the news, with many jumping online to share their disappointment. Jaw-dropping tales of Ibiza's wildest nightclub - with live sex shows & doorman 'Johnny the Dwarf' who scared off Hell's Angels 'with sawn-off shotgun' One said: "I'm so angry that this venue couldn't secure the protection and life it needed. I do look forward to what comes next." Another added: "This made me cry. My favourite venue. Met some amazing people & made beautiful memories." A third commented: "This is so sad , absolutely loved motion everytime I've been there." Motion, which opened its doors in 2003, is located in the centre of town beside the River Avon and consists of five indoor spaces. The main room can hold up to 1,600 people and its smaller room another 600 revellers. It's famous for hosting some of the biggest names in music having booked the likes of Jeff Mills, Floating Points, and Chase and Status to name just a few.
Yahoo
16-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Nightclub's closure 'likely' despite cash backing
A nightclub regularly named one of the best in the world is "increasingly likely" to close when its lease expires in July. The team behind Bristol's Motion nightclub said it had submitted a "strong, carefully thought-out bid" supported by "significant financial backing" to its landlords but still fear they will have to leave. They announced that the club's future was at risk in November, the following month it was once again listed in DJ magazine's annual Top 100 Clubs. The owners of 74-78 Avon Street - where Motion is located - have previously said they will consider any bids put forward by the club. A post on the club's Instagram said: "Our bid makes it crystal clear: Motion isn't just a nightclub. It's a vital piece of Bristol's cultural and economic ecosystem." It said efforts were also being made to have the club listed as an Asset of Community Value. "We'll keep pushing, we'll keep fighting and we'll keep working towards a future where Motion - and spaces like it - can thrive," the post said. The venue opened in 2003 as a skatepark called SK8 & Ride. In 2007, the venue expanded to accommodate larger crowds. Since then it has hosted events such as club nights, theatre shows, live music, festivals, sporting events, corporate hires and private events. The club has hosted artists such as Jeff Mills, Floating Points, Chase & Status, JME, Hunee, Mr Scruff, Patrick Topping and The Chemical Brothers. Top nightclub may close over lease ending Can small radio stations survive the cost of living crisis? At risk music festivals consider membership model Motion
BBC News
16-03-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Motion nightclub's closure 'likely' despite financial backing
A nightclub regularly named one of the best in the world is "increasingly likely" to close when its lease expires in team behind Bristol's Motion nightclub said it had submitted a "strong, carefully thought-out bid" supported by "significant financial backing" to its landlords but still fear they will have to leave. They announced that the club's future was at risk in November, the following month it was once again listed in DJ magazine's annual Top 100 owners of 74-78 Avon Street - where Motion is located - have previously said they will consider any bids put forward by the club. A post on the club's Instagram said: "Our bid makes it crystal clear: Motion isn't just a nightclub. It's a vital piece of Bristol's cultural and economic ecosystem."It said efforts were also being made to have the club listed as an Asset of Community Value."We'll keep pushing, we'll keep fighting and we'll keep working towards a future where Motion - and spaces like it - can thrive," the post said. The venue opened in 2003 as a skatepark called SK8 & Ride. In 2007, the venue expanded to accommodate larger then it has hosted events such as club nights, theatre shows, live music, festivals, sporting events, corporate hires and private club has hosted artists such as Jeff Mills, Floating Points, Chase & Status, JME, Hunee, Mr Scruff, Patrick Topping and The Chemical Brothers.
