The loss of #Sheffield's #DorothyPax is a huge blow. 😔

Hidden away in the canal basin it was a hive of culture with a strong sense of community.

From cosy winter nights to sprawling summer festivals, the #Pax had it all.

I treasure my #Pax T-shirt, #Pax badge, & iconic #FuckDorothyPax sticker!

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🙁 Sad news as another great bar and music venue closes it's doors for good in Sheffield...

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#Sheffield #SheffieldForum #SheffieldCityCentre #VictoriaQuays #DorothyPax #MusicVenueTrust #MVT

Dorothy Pax - Leader of the Pax: "I was sweeping plaster dust off the floor at 4pm with the first musician on at 7" From his cosy HQ down at the canal basin, Richard Henderson's grassroots ethos provides rich opportunities for new musical talent in a cash-poor industry.

"There's a real need for nimbleness and ambition as a small venue promoter in Sheffield to stop acts bypassing us"

We spoke to the founder of one of our most popular places for live music in #Sheffield to find out what keeps the #DorothyPax special ⬇️

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