Igniting creativity, empowering communities.

Interior of a spacious industrial-style building under renovation, with large windows, exposed brick walls, and various scaffolding and equipment. There is a large wooden structure in the center surrounded by ladders and worktables.

We are a venue for ideas.

A space where creativity sparks connections and new possibilities take shape. A home for scenes to emerge and collectives to be nurtured with space, expertise and resources.

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A person with dreadlocks playing an electric guitar, walking in a bright indoor space with large windows.

We bring together

artist thinkers + communities to share, experiment, and collaborate. Through bold programming and an open, welcoming space, we make room for fresh ideas to start, grow, and inspire lasting change. 

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Colorful mural with sketches of people and handwritten notes on building culture, vision, and community engagement.

We believe

That art opportunities should be available and open to all regardless of geographical location, marginalised experiences or social economic background. We want to foster those sparks of creativity in order to enrich the lives of the people of Loughborough. 

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Construction updates

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The main staircase

  • Exciting progress this week as our new metal staircase installation begins! This sturdy steel structure is being fitted behind the cloakroom area and will provide essential access to our upper floor. Another milestone reached as The Generator’s transformation continues to take shape.

Construction workers in orange safety vests and helmets working on a metal platform inside a building with exposed brick walls and scaffolding.

Generating again

  • Sixty-five years after the last diesel generator was shut down and Loughborough College was first connected to the National Grid, The Generator Loughborough is once again producing electricity — but this time in a cleaner, greener way.

    We’re proud to announce that The Generator is now generating renewable energy thanks to a newly commissioned 8kW solar array, marking a new chapter in the building’s remarkable history. Once a powerhouse of industrial education, the building is once again a source of power — now for a sustainable future ⚡️

Rooftop with solar panels and glass skylight under a partly cloudy sky.

The new mezzanine

  • Another milestone moment in our renovation as the steel framework and metal flooring are now installed on our new mezzanine! This impressive addition significantly expands our usable space, creating exciting new possibilities:

    1️⃣ Host larger-scale events throughout the venue

    2️⃣ Offer a separate, dedicated space for private bookings, workshops and specialised programming

    3️⃣ Provide excellent vantage points for audiences, particularly accessible audiences during live performances

    4️⃣ Create an accessible rigging space for audiovisual kit

    This structural enhancement transforms what we can offer when we open. Stay tuned to witness construction updates as they happen.