Support the Globe Crowdfunder

Ten years ago, The Globe was a failing pub. In 2014, Jazz Coop stepped in and transformed it into a community-owned, grassroots music venue and learning centre. Since then, we’ve built a space where people come together to enjoy an incredible variety of live music, club nights, and workshops.

https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/the-globe

When the pandemic hit, we refused to let our community be cut off from live music. While most venues were closed, we livestreamed performances across genres—from jazz to folk, rock to classical. These performances helped keep musicians afloat and brought joy to people isolated by lockdown.

We’ve come a long way, and it’s been through the support of our volunteers, members, and the local community that we’ve stayed open and strong. We’ve even picked up some well-deserved recognition along the way:

• Jazz Venue of the Year – Parliamentary Jazz Awards 2022
• Special Award for Lockdown Innovation – Parliamentary Jazz Awards 2021
• Small Community Co-op of the Year – Co-operatives UK 2021
• Best Live Music Venue – The Newcastle Awards 2018

Today, we’re proud to host over 30 gigs a month and provide workshops for musicians, songwriters, and dancers. But most of all, The Globe is a home for our community—a place where music connects us all.

https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/the-globe

The Challenge

Like most venues, we rely on ticket sales, events, and the support of our wonderful community to cover our costs. It’s been a tough time for everyone, and while we’ve managed to stay afloat thanks to our volunteers and members, we face ongoing challenges. Energy costs have doubled. We’re always working hard to keep up with necessary repairs and improvements to the venue, but it’s been a constant struggle.

Our £10,000 overdraft is a familiar reality, and it’s preventing us from making some important decisions that could help us grow and serve you better.

Why We Need Your Support

The music venue sector as a whole is under pressure. In 2024, the Music Venue Trust reported that more than 40% of UK venues ran at a loss, and in the last 2 years more than 160 shut down. Despite the hundreds of thousands of events taking place across the country, the sector as a whole barely broke even. Without vital grants and donations, the music scene would be in real trouble.

We want to make sure that The Globe remains a vital part of this community and continues to offer a space for live music, learning, and connection. That’s why we need your help. With your support, we can:

To donate go HERE.