We’re Looking For A New Bar Manager / Update

Recruitment Notice: Bar Supervisor Hi Everyone! As some of you may know our long standing Bar Manager Dave Smith left The Forum a little while ago after many years of faithful service. I’m sure you’ll join me in wishing Dave the best of luck with his future endeavours. Since Dave left we’ve managed as best we can ... More

How We Use Our Money

At The Forum Music Studios, we exist to serve the community through music, culture, and education. We are a Community Benefit Society with an asset lock, which means: No profits are ever paid out to members, directors, or shareholders. All surpluses are reinvested to support community music, cultural events, and education. Our ... More

Christmas Opening Hours 2025/26

Friday 19th December - 9.30am - Midnight - Bon Jovi Forever Saturday 20th December - 9.30am - Midnight - Xmas Bogger Night Sunday 21st December - Closed Monday 22nd December - 3.00pm - 9.00pm - Identity Theatre Show Tuesday 23rd December - 3.00pm - 9.00pm - Nosferatu Christmas Eve - Closed Christmas Day - Closed ... More

Millie Manders & The Shut Up: Back to the Futour

We excited to welcome back MILLIE MANDERS & THE SHUTUP who will be joining us as part of their Back To The Futour! Cross-genre punk rock is increasingly hard to ignore. With main stage appearances at notable festivals such as Slam Dunk, Beautiful Days and Rebellion, and extensive support from the likes of BBC Introducing and Radio X, ... More

October Building Works Update

Thursday 9th October 2025 Kitchen Extension Our kitchen extension is really coming along, all the major building works have been completed with the full structure now up and water tight. The builders have also plastered most of the interior with just electrics and the internal fittings left to do. Over this side of the ... More

The Forum From Above

Check out some drone photos taken of The Forum by our resident studio technician Chris. The photos give a birds eye view of The Forum and gives a glimpse into the construction that's currently happening with our new kitchen, green room, education space and recording studio. You can also see our shiny new roof which was finished earlier this ... More

Members Update / News

We hope all our members are doing well! Construction Update Just a little update on whats happening at The Forum, we are well underway with buildings works, you may have seen the former shed and kitchen have been demolished and construction on the new kitchen and green room has gone vertical. As a result our car park, especially during the ... More

We Hosted Sonic Futures: Into The Music Industry

Yesterday (Friday 13th June) we had the privilege host Sonic Future: Into The Music Industry along with The Hullabaloo and organised by Generator. It was great to meet so many industry specialists including Mick Ross (CEO Generator) & Tony Harlow (CEO Warner Music UK) and hear everything they had to offer in regards to our industry. ... More

Sonic Futures: Into The Industry

Friday 13th June A day of music industry talks and networking - whether you're just starting out or are already making waves in the industry, make sure to come along. 11.00 - 11.50 | The Forum Unsigned Music/Engaging With Radio Discover how emerging artists can capture the attention of radio stations and audiences alike. This ... More

An Update on our Building Works!

Thursday 1st May 2025 We've started clearing the way for our expansion! Room 4 (aka The Shed) has been knocked down and the site for the new recording studio is in the process of being cleared in preparation for the foundations to be laid. Our kitchen wall has also started to be taken down for its expansion. Due to the ... More