A new music-themed bar, Diversion Bar & Kitchen, is set to open in the building of the former seafood restaurant Savages Mussels on Church Street in Macclesfield, Cheshire. The venue will celebrate the musical history of the town by focusing on famous local bands and artists.
The business takes its inspiration from the post-punk group Joy Division and the punk band The Macc Lads. Both groups have strong ties to the area, with Joy Division frontman Ian Curtis having lived in the town and The Macc Lads famously naming themselves after their home.
The bar aims to provide a new space for fans and residents to enjoy the local nightlife scene, with a menu expected to feature signature chicken wings and loaded fries. This project follows other efforts in the community to highlight music history, such as the Proper Sound shop and venue.
The owners are transforming the Church Street space that previously served as Savages Mussels into this new themed spot. By repurposing an existing building, the project helps to bring new life to the town centre and provides a dedicated location for people to celebrate Macclesfield’s unique musical culture.
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