The Independent and Music Venue Trust relaunch Main Stage initiative to support UK grassroots music venues (opens original article in a new tab)

The Independent and Music Venue Trust have relaunched the Main Stage initiative to support UK grassroots music venues facing financial challenges, following a 2025 report showing 30 venue closures and 6,000 job losses.

• The Independent and Music Venue Trust relaunch Main Stage initiative to support UK grassroots music venues
• More than half of UK grassroots music venues failed to make a profit in 2025
• 30 venues closed and 6,000 jobs lost in the industry last year
• Main Stage programme will highlight 8 venues with articles, ad inventory, and marketing support