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‘There is no refurb. There is no reopening. This is it.’ – legendary Sheffield club announces shock closure

We're not crying, you are.

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One of Sheffield's most iconic venues is closing its doors for good.

We're not going to lie you guys, this one hurts a little.

One on the city's best-known nightclubs, Tank, is officially closing its doors for good after an amazing 12 years.

Whether you went there as a student or attended one of their legendary DJ nights, there's no denying that some class memories have been made (and probably forgotten) at Tank.

Announcing the news to social media with a heartbreaking statement, Tank said: "To all our Tank ravers. We have some truly heartbreaking and devastating news.

"After 12 absolutely amazing years and some of the most unforgettable events, it's time to close our doors for good. It's been a journey we never imagined possible back in 2014 when we first opened.

"We’ve hosted some of the biggest names from around the world and thrown some of the biggest parties most clubs could only dream of. And we did it for 12 years solid; an achievement not to be taken lightly in today’s nightlife industry."

"But with ever-growing costs and obstacles, we can continue no longer. Tank has always been a pioneer. The biggest acts, the best sound, cutting-edge lighting, unbeatable atmosphere and vibe, all whilst maintaining affordable ticket and drink prices.

"But in today’s climate, those standards simply cannot be maintained. With monthly running costs spiralling, it has become impossible to carry on."

The post continues thanking the team and declares it will be no more as of next week. We're not crying, you are.

If you're looking to wish Tank a proper farewell, they'll be hosting their last ever party this Saturday with tickets on sale now. Grab one to give Tank the proper sendoff it deserves.

Read more: Inside Cats – the new Catalonian-inspired café and bar that’s just opened in Sheffield

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Inside Cats – the new Catalonian-inspired café and bar that’s just opened in Sheffield

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Okay cool cats, this one's for you.

If you're looking for a place that swiftly transitions from day to night with ease, then look no further.

The brainchild of four Sheffield co-founders - Sam Swire, Tom Walker, Nicky Swire and Jenny Swire - Cats is a laidback cafe-bar on one of the city's best corners.

They have spent the past nine months gutting and renovating the space on Glossop Road, and the outcome is truly magic.

The interior is deliberately stripped back complete with unfinished plaster walls, reclaimed maple flooring, wine-red joinery and a concrete bar counter.

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Exposed brick, iroko shelving and exposed joists finish off the low-lit, sexy basement that acts as the perfect backdrop for date night.

The founders' family have connections to southern France, Barcelona and the Catalan region that shaped the concept from the start.

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The wine list is sourced exclusively from Arthur & Adrien, two sommeliers based in the South of France
whose bottles don't currently reach the UK through any other route.

Cats imports every wine directly and each one has been rubber-stamped by Carcassonne’s Michelin chef, so whatever you order you know it's going to be good.

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Alongside the wine, Cats pours Moritz lager on draught, which is still brewed in Barcelona and serves
espresso on a La Marzocco GB5 S using beans from Sheffield roaster Cuppers Choice.

Other than the fabulous drink selection, fresh croissants, baguettes and sourdough come in daily from a local artisan bakery, seven days a week.

Co-founder Sam said: "We've spent months stripping tiles and plaster, dealing with flooding and a lack of electricity, and it's finally starting to feel like the building can breathe again," said co-founder Sam Swire.

"It was the much-loved Nibbles Pizza but had sat empty for years. What we're putting in its place is closer to a café-bar you'd find in a square in Europe, just dropped onto Glossop Road instead."

Read more: A festival dedicated to Sheffield’s independent coffee scene is launching this October

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Sheffield

A festival dedicated to Sheffield’s independent coffee scene is launching this October

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Get ready for ‘Sip Fest’ - a new citywide celebration of coffee and café culture.

Taking place in sunny Sheffield from Monday 28 September to Sunday 4 October 2026, Sip Fest will bring a full week of free citywide events alongside a major weekend at Trafalgar Warehouse.

Founded by Matt Cottrill of Steam Yard and Corner Store and Neil Midgley of Motore Cafe, you just know you're in good hands.

The festival programme is built around three parts, so let's break it down.

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From Monday 28 September to Sunday 4 October, Sip Fest will host a free citywide fringe, with events taking place across more than 40 coffee shops, cafés, bars, brunch spots, roasteries and spaces in Sheffield.

On Friday 2 October, Trafalgar Warehouse will host a free industry party for people working across coffee, hospitality, food, drink, events and the wider independent business community and on Saturday 3 October, Trafalgar Warehouse will become the main Sip Fest hub for a ticketed public event, split across morning and afternoon sessions.

The Saturday programme will feature more than 30 stalls, talks, tasters, freebies, Sheffield’s biggest latte art competition, Coffee School sessions, street food, DJs and the UK’s biggest coffee run.

The festival has been created to celebrate Sheffield’s independent coffee scene and the people behind it, and we're sure it's going to do just that.

Matt Cottrill said: “Sheffield has one of the most exciting independent coffee scenes in the country and we want to showcase this to the city and beyond.

“Sip Fest is about celebrating the places, people and energy that make Sheffield’s coffee culture what it is. We want it to feel like something people genuinely look forward to every year, with a sense of fun but also something meaningful behind it.”

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