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Thekla is a converted German cargo ship moored in Bristol’s harbour, that is now home to an award winning nationally renowned live music venue. Opened in 1984 by Ki Longfellow, Vivian Stanshall and Peter Jackson, it is now operated by national promoter DHP Family. In its history, it has played hosts to artists like Pulp, Stormzy, Phoebe Bridgers, Catfish & The Bottlemen, and hundreds more iconic artists.

The showboat was based on the idea of creating, owning, and running a theatre on a sea-going ship and using it to showcase music of every sort (limited only by the size of the hold), including cabaret, comedy, plays, musicals, and poetry events.

After Ki and Vivian left the project in the mid 80s, Peter Jackson carried the torch of the venue alongside a host of legendary Bristolians who ran it as a nightclub for hire throughout the 90s up to 2006 when it was purchased by DHP.

Thekla continues to thrive to this day as one of the city’s most popular nightclubs and music venues both in memory of Ki, Viv & Peter – and in an ongoing effort to nurture and host Bristol’s enthralling music scene.

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TRAVEL GREEN WITH THEKLA

As we strive to bring you the best in live shows and late night events, we also believe in taking steps to reduce our carbon impact on the planet. As a venue, we have teamed up with Onboard Earth to help reduce the impact of your journey to our events.

Using their quick and easy web tool, you can quickly calculate the carbon your trip to Thekla has used and make a donation to help support sustainability projects. Simply click the link in your ticket confirmation to take a look. The cost is tiny – but the impact is massive.

We can all get involved in building a better future, not only by supporting live music & nightlife, but by protecting the planet. With Onboard Earth, back a greener future.

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