Music venue The Booking Hall finds security under new ownership
- Music Venue Properties has acquired The Booking Hall in Dover to ensure its future as an independent live music venue.
- The venue was previously at risk of being sold to property developers, which would have transformed it into flats or offices.
- The acquisition is celebrated by local music stars and is seen as a crucial development for the community.
In Kent, UK, a live music venue called The Booking Hall has been secured through a recent takeover by Music Venue Properties, a branch of the Music Venue Trust. This takeover was essential as the venue, which has a standing capacity of 280 and boasts a history of hosting notable acts like Don Broco and Frank Turner, faced potential redevelopment into residential or commercial spaces earlier this year. Stuart Cameron, the venue owner, expressed relief that the venue's future is now assured for generations to come, highlighting the importance of support from the Music Venue Properties. The new ownership will relieve the venue from commercial pressures, allowing it to focus on supporting local artists. Music industry figures, including Iron Maiden's Steve Harris and The Clash's Topper Headon, celebrated the acquisition, recognizing it as vital for the Dover community. A celebratory event is planned to showcase local talent and acknowledge the significance of this takeover.