The Magnet Liverpool

14/09/2025

12/08/2025

Big News !

We are ecstatic to announce the opening of our new Hardman Street premises - the former home of The Magnet & Sink Club.
To celebrate we will be hosting two back-to-back opening parties on the 26th & 27th of September - secret line-up announced on each day. 19:00-04:00.

Presale is now live for those who sign up to our new Membership plan. For £5 a month get up to 20% off selected shows, 10% off drinks and snacks, members-go-free events and your own digital pass. No hidden fees or tiered pricing.

Get your first two months free using the code OPENQUARRY, with subscriptions beginning once we are open. Hit the link in our bio or redeem at quarrysound.co.uk - membership powered by .fans.live

General tickets on sale Friday 15th August 11:00
We can’t wait to see you there !
QUARRY

01/08/2025

Well, the rumours are true…

We are so happy to announce that the next phase of QU A RR Y will take place in the city centre as we relocate to 45 Hardman Street - the former site of iconic Liverpool music venues The Magnet, and The Sink Club before it

It has been a long road to get here, one filled with uncertainty, and we couldn’t have got here without the support of the QUARRY community - thank you all so much for your continued and unwavering support!

We recognise that this iconic site is steeped in history. We aim to acknowledge what has come before us while also adding something new. Namely, a 250-cap community-focused music venue with high quality sonics and a forward-thinking programme - right in the bustling city centre.

As we have said many times before, what has made QUARRY so special are the creative communities, artists, and audiences that have made it home over the past 5 years. We hope that you will join us in this new chapter, as you have previously.

This is a grassroots project through and through, with musicians, artists and creatives doing the work and coming together to create a space for everyone to enjoy.

Please consider donating to our Gofundme page - link in comments below

ETA Autumn 2025
Warmest,
(The) Quarry Gang

12/10/2024

Blackstock Market Liverpool is looking to open up for big ticketed music events on the day it currently closes (Tuesday).

We have a top of the range sound and light system with an incredible stage and can hold over 1200 standing. the whole venue holds more than this

If anybody is interested in hosting events please get in touch on [email protected]

01/10/2024

Since our last post about the lease for sale, we’ve had several inquiries about what happened to Magnet and where Hot Water Comedy Club is now, so we thought we’d provide some background.

When Hot Water Comedy Club purchased the lease for the former Magnet bar, we bought it directly from the previous Magnet owners. We believe the company behind Magnet then closed, meaning the name closed with it. However, based on our understanding, you might be able to use the Magnet name for any new venture, but you'd need to do your own research on that. The sale of the lease included this page, which is how we became the admins here.

At the time we purchased the lease, Hot Water had outgrown its Seel Street venue, and the basement on Hardman Street was perfect for us. Since then, we’ve expanded again and now operate from the brand-new Blackstock Market, where the comedy club spans multiple theatres with over 1,000 seats. We also host live music six nights a week, have Liverpool’s biggest food market, a whisky bar, cocktail bar, podcast studios, multiple breakout spaces, a high-spec function room, and Liverpool’s largest roof terrace.

As for Magnet, the venue remains largely the same, except for the main dance room, where we raised the floor as we couldn’t lower the ceiling for a more intimate atmosphere in the comedy club. The room’s height now matches the height of the old stage, which is still in place along with the original Magnet logo. All the work we’ve done can be reversed, so the space could easily return to something very similar to what it used to be.

We also purchased the lease for the ground-floor restaurant (a 120-cover, triple-fronted unit) just before Covid, and it’s also now for sale at £40k. This space is internally connected to the basement and could be a great option for potential new operators looking for an even bigger venue.

As former regulars of Magnet, we’d love to see it reopen in some capacity. There’s been a lot of interest in the unit since our last post, and we have a group viewing coming up, so we’ll keep you updated on what’s happening with the venue.

In the meantime, come check out the live music at Blackstock Market and keep supporting your local music venues.

If anybody else would like to come along to the viewing then please email on [email protected]

27/09/2024

‼️ LIVERPOOL BAR/NIGHTCLUB/MUSIC VENUE LEASE FOR SALE - £40k

The Old Magnet Basement on Hardman Street
- 24 hour licence
- £350pw week rent
- new 10 year lease with breakout clause
- low rates
- sale includes the original ‘Magnet music venue’ page (9000 followers)

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This venue presents a rare and valuable opportunity with its 24-hour license, offering operational flexibility in the vibrant Hardman Street area of Liverpool. Upon entering the basement unit, visitors descend into the main club area via stairs to the lower floor, which features two additional fully equipped bar serveries that match the quality and style of the venue. Convenient restroom facilities for both ladies and gents are located on this level, further enhancing the guest experience.

Situated in the popular Hardman Street and Hope Street areas, the venue is surrounded by a dynamic mix of hospitality businesses, including some of the city's most cherished restaurants, pubs, hotels, and bars. Its prime location offers broad appeal across various customer demographics, making it ideal for a range of ventures. Additionally, the property's pricing is positioned to be accessible for a variety of budgets, making it an attractive investment.

With rent at just £350 per week, plus low rates, it's an extremely competitive rate for this basement unit in Liverpool's city centre.

The venue was previously home to Hot Water Comedy Club for many successful years before their expansion to a much larger venue within Blackstock Market.

A new 10-year lease is available, with a breakout clause after a few years.

Before Hot Water Comedy Club, the basement unit operated as a bar and music venue and was famously known as The Magnet for many years.

All enquiries to [email protected]

03/05/2024

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