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Sankeys Manchester Nightclub to Reopen with No-Phones Policy

12/6/2025

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Sankeys Manchester nightclub, which closed in 2017, will reopen in late January 2026 with a no-phones policy.
The reopening follows a broader decline in UK late-night venues, with nearly 800 closures in five years.
NTIA chief Michael Kill emphasizes the importance of physical spaces for shared experiences.
David Vincent, founder of Sankeys, plans to spotlight emerging DJs to foster a new generation of talent.

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Story summary

Sankeys Manchester nightclub, which closed in 2017, will reopen in late January 2026 with a no-phones policy.
The reopening follows a broader decline in UK late-night venues, with nearly 800 closures in five years.
NTIA chief Michael Kill emphasizes the importance of physical spaces for shared experiences.
David Vincent, founder of Sankeys, plans to spotlight emerging DJs to foster a new generation of talent.