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Clubland coming to Neeld hall?
CLUBBERS in Chippenham could soon be in for a rave treat as super club night Clubland hits the Neeld Hall.
Chippenham Town Council confirmed officials were in secret talks with an events agency but refused to confirm details of the deal.
The hall, owned by the town council, has just undergone an extensive restoration to improve the sound quality in the auditorium.
Other events hosted in the hall, which can seat up to 300 people, include Age Concern fashion shows, community meetings and theatre productions.
Neeld hall administrator Allison Davis said: "Nothing has been agreed yet and at the moment it is just Chinese whispers.
"The events company contacted us with a view to hosting an evening at the Neeld hall but this will still have to go through the council with extensive consultation and is not as simple as it seems."
Clubland, hosted by independent Blackburn record label All Around The World, produce top ten dance compilations by celebrity DJs and dance acts as well as hosting events across the UK.
Cascada, Dance Assassins, Flip and Fill and Frankee are among the headlining dance acts on the label.
Clubbers in Chippenham have welcomed the news of the dance night.
Dance music fan Eve Lodge, 19, of Ladyfield Road, said: "At the moment there is limited choice in Chippenham for clubbers and you have to go to Bristol or Bath for a decent night out.
"I hope councillors agree to the plan, it would be good to breathe some fresh air into the Neeld Hall."
However some residents are worried the spill out from such a big dance music event could cause an increase of late night yobbish behaviour in the town centre.
Sgt Martin Alvis of Chippenham Neighbourhood Police said: "We welcome any organisation that wish to set up in Chippenham providing there are adequate safety measures in place."
11:44am Wednesday 7th May 2008
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CommentPosted by: Chipsticks, Chippenham on 12:14pm Wed 7 May 08
"However some residents are worried the spill out from such a big dance music event could cause an increase of late night yobbish behaviour in the town centre."
Average night in chippers then...
"However some residents are worried the spill out from such a big dance music event could cause an increase of late night yobbish behaviour in the town centre."
Average night in chippers then...
Posted by: The Maxter, Chippenham on 12:41pm Wed 7 May 08
"Nothing has been agreed yet and at the moment it is just Chinese whispers"
However, because of the improved accoustics, the whispers could be heard 4 miles away.
"Nothing has been agreed yet and at the moment it is just Chinese whispers"
However, because of the improved accoustics, the whispers could be heard 4 miles away.
Posted by: blonde with brains, Chippenham on 2:01pm Wed 7 May 08
Whoo hoo! bring on clubland! Can't wait, it will be a great night out :)
Whoo hoo! bring on clubland! Can't wait, it will be a great night out :)
Posted by: The Maxter, Chippenham on 2:35pm Wed 7 May 08
I'm not in the age bracket for this sort of clubland, but do agree that the youth in Chippenham need some proper gigs rather than souped up fun pubs.
I'm not in the age bracket for this sort of clubland, but do agree that the youth in Chippenham need some proper gigs rather than souped up fun pubs.
Posted by: ahudspith, Chippenham on 5:28pm Wed 7 May 08
[quote]Chippenham Town Council confirmed officials were in secret talks with an events agency but refused to confirm details of the deal.[/quote]
Love the way they confirm that they are having secret talks. Numpty's.
Will the next James Bond film have him being introduced as "Hi - I'm [bold]secret[/bold] agent 007!"
Anyway - back on topic. Iv no objection to the council trying it out for a change. I’m a bit old to be going myself - will stick to the Black Horse instead.
[quote]...agree that the youth in Chippenham need some proper gigs rather than souped up fun pubs...[/quote]
I agree. Anything that keeps them away from me is fine in my book.
Totally gutted that the Rose & Crown has closed. It kept them all corralled at the top of town well away from me. Now Iv got to put up with their rude behaviour - stupid dress sense - awful music - aggressive manner - wolf pack mentality in the pubs I do like to frequent!
Say NO to Chavs!
Chippenham Town Council confirmed officials were in secret talks with an events agency but refused to confirm details of the deal.
Love the way they confirm that they are having secret talks. Numpty's.
Will the next James Bond film have him being introduced as "Hi - I'm
secret agent 007!"
Anyway - back on topic. Iv no objection to the council trying it out for a change. I’m a bit old to be going myself - will stick to the Black Horse instead.
...agree that the youth in Chippenham need some proper gigs rather than souped up fun pubs...
I agree. Anything that keeps them away from me is fine in my book.
Totally gutted that the Rose & Crown has closed. It kept them all corralled at the top of town well away from me. Now Iv got to put up with their rude behaviour - stupid dress sense - awful music - aggressive manner - wolf pack mentality in the pubs I do like to frequent!
Say NO to Chavs!
Posted by: clarence81, Chippenham on 5:34pm Wed 7 May 08
Needld Hall.......?! Not really the same as Golddiggers.
Needld Hall.......?! Not really the same as Golddiggers.
Posted by: The Maxter, Chippenham on 9:23am Thu 8 May 08
And one other thing. "Chinese whispers" - bit racist?
And one other thing. "Chinese whispers" - bit racist?
Posted by: chipper, chippenham on 9:51am Thu 8 May 08
[quote][bold]The Maxter[/bold] wrote:
And one other thing. "Chinese whispers" - bit racist?[/quote] Should be "Chippenese Whispers"
The Maxter wrote:
And one other thing. "Chinese whispers" - bit racist?
Should be "Chippenese Whispers"
Posted by: Yali, UK on 4:53pm Thu 8 May 08
Are chınese whıspers a pop group ?
Are chınese whıspers a pop group ?
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