Don’t Miss: The Drill Shed in Margate Has Opened
The Drill Shed, a new 750-capacity music venue in Cliftonville has opened in Margate. expect big gigs and Big Vibes.
The Drill Shed has opened at the Lido Complex in Margate
Margate’s music scene is getting a serious upgrade.
The Drill Shed, a new 750-capacity music venue in Cliftonville, launched this month at The Lido site with a double headline show from drum and bass pioneers LTJ Bukem and Roni Size.
The venue has been created by the team behind Margate Soul Weekender and Olby’s Soul Café, working alongside promoter Something Goes Right, and aims to bring nationally significant touring acts, club nights and cultural events to Margate.
Filling the Gap Between Small Venues and Arenas
The organisers say the new venue has been developed to meet growing demand for mid-scale music venues outside London.
The Drill Shed is designed to sit between grassroots music rooms and major arenas offering artists and promoters a professionally equipped venue with enough scale to host bigger touring acts, club culture events and special one-off performances.
The space has been built with flexibility in mind and can host:
• Live concerts
• DJ-led club nights
• Festivals and showcases
• Rehearsals and brand activations
• Cultural events and community gatherings
With high-spec production infrastructure, adaptable staging and a strong operational setup, organisers say the venue is designed to support both artists and promoters looking to stage ambitious shows in Margate.
summer line up at The Drill shed
Book now for some of the most exciting DJs and gigs Margate has seen for a while.
18 April Craig Charles
29 April Jalen Ngonda
2 May K&D kicks 30
23 May The Smyths
24 May Nightmares on Wax
With lots more to be announced. Keep an eye on it’s what’s on page.
Supporting Margate’s Music Community
Alongside headline shows, Drill Shed Margate says it plans to prioritise community-led programming and local talent development.
Future events will include genre residencies, collaborations with festivals and record labels, and community takeovers.
Organisers also say the venue aims to actively support Black and Brown-led culture, alternative music movements and underrepresented voices, while maintaining an accessible and welcoming space for diverse audiences.
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