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Why A Nightlife Revival May Be The Best Thing For The Industry

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Tough times ahead for the nightlife industry may change the landscape in a positive way.

"Many venues and events may well end up as history and placed firmly in to fond memories."

It would be the easiest option to take in our current economic landscape and predict financial ruin for many venues and promoters of nightlife and events - given how much coronavirus has affected how society socialises. There is another more positive view on this which we can explore further.

Many venues and events may well end up as history and placed firmly in to fond memories. As with almost all aspects of life, change can be a good thing bringing with it a sense of revitalisation and invigorating new ideas. Much can be said for the future of nightlife.

The idea that we are to lose legendary bars, nightclubs and festivals may open up a segment for new and emerging talent to push the industry further than it has ever been envisaged. Just because we loved things the way they were does not mean we cannot have something even better in the future.

The strongest venues and festivals will surely survive this economic punch with those already on the cusp of closure being eradicated. But is this so bad? Taking the personal issues to one side (employment and welfare of staff), should a venue be left to struggle on with bail outs if it is struggling in 'normal' times? Why not allow for fresh ideas to come forward and councils be guided to nurture new events with unique ideas to turn venues into entertainment hubs for towns and cities around the UK?

Where there is a demand for nightlife, events will flourish with an associated industry to accompany them. University locations have always seen fresh bars and clubs open to accommodate the demand. In The South West towns such as Penryn and Falmouth have been enjoying an overhaul of their nightlife with venues closing and new venues opening up on a yearly basis. The towns where demand is low usually and reliant on seasons may well see venues shut down - leaving an opening for fresh ideas to come to fruition.

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Editorial Team • Jun 05, 2020
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