Theatres Trust has lodged an objection to a planning application to transform a former theatre in Exeter city centre into a themed bar. The 50-seat Bike Shed theatre, which was known for supporting new work, closed in 2018. A small, independent company has stepped forward with change-of-use proposals, saying the below-street, discreet location and historic atmosphere of the premises would be perfect for creating a 'prohibition'-style bar. The Theatres Trust is objecting, saying it must be "robustly demonstrated there is no longer a need for a theatre at this site" before planning permission could be granted.
Published: 04-06-2020