Brand new 750-capacity venue opens in Margate
The Drill Shed launches on March 6th
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A major new cultural venue is set to make its mark on the UK’s live music and events landscape with the launch of Drill Shed Margate.
The 750-capacity space designed to champion cutting-edge music, culture, and community-led programming.
The team behind the announcement said: “Located on the original landscape of the historic Margate Lido and the fast-evolving Cliftonville creative quarter, Drill Shed Margate has been developed to meet the growing demand for mid-scale venues outside London.
“The space fills a critical gap between grassroots rooms and large arenas, offering artists, promoters, and audiences a professionally equipped venue with the scale, ambition, and character to support nationally significant touring, club culture, and special one-off events.”
The venue is set to host live concerts, DJ-led club nights, festivals, brand activations, rehearsals, showcases, and cultural gatherings. With high-spec production infrastructure, adaptable staging, and a robust operational model, the venue is positioned as both a creative home for artists and a commercially viable destination for promoters and partners.
Kicking off on Friday 6th March, the opening night will feature Roni Size & LTJ Bukem with Dynamite MC.
On Sunday 24 May, Nightmares on Wax will play while there are also dates et for Craig Charles, Jalen Ngonda, Kruder & Dorfmeister and The Smyths.
The Drill Shed is located within the Margate Lido Complex at 1 Ethelbert Gardens, Cliftonville, Margate, CT9 1RX.
