Grayston Unity: Opening date revealed for Halifax bar and music venue doubling in size after moving across town centre

A grassroots music venue and bar has revealed when it will be opening at its new home in Halifax town centre.
By Sarah Fitton
Published 28th Sep 2023, 13:18 BST
Updated 28th Sep 2023, 13:18 BST
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The Grayston Unity will open the doors to its new premises on Horton Street on Friday, October 13 from 1pm.

Previously crowned smallest music venue in the UK, it will be doubling in size from its previous base at Wesley Court.

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It is moving into what used to be children's dancewear shop Zest, and extending into floors above and below the neighbouring space.

Michael Ainsworth is moving his venue and bar The Grayston Unity across Halifax town centre to bigger premisesMichael Ainsworth is moving his venue and bar The Grayston Unity across Halifax town centre to bigger premises
Michael Ainsworth is moving his venue and bar The Grayston Unity across Halifax town centre to bigger premises

Owners Michael and Jess Ainsworth say they are moving with The Grayston’s charm, quirkiness, and homely feel, but to a wider audience and in a prime location.

They are aiming for a venue for everything from theatre to cinema and community work, as well as music.

The new premises will open in time for grassroots music festival Town, returning for a second year - which will see a host of new and exciting acts performing at venues across Halifax town centre.

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