Corsica Studios has confirmed that it will be closing in 2026, and announced details of its final events, as well as hopes for a new venue.
The future of the independent nightclub and music venue, located in Elephant and Castle, Southwark, was thrown into question earlier this week, when reports emerged that it would be permanently closing its doors next year.
At the time it was unclear as to why the space was said to be closing, although some sources told The Londoner that the owners have faced noise complaints from newbuild residential neighbours amid developments and gentrification in the area. Other factors rumoured were rising costs.
The 500-capacity establishment is situated within the railway arches near Elephant and Castle station. It was founded by Amanda Moss and Adrian Jones, and first opened its doors in 2002.
Now, rumours of closure have been confirmed on Instagram, with a statement being shared yesterday (Wednesday October 1).
In it, the team said that they had “arrived at the best outcome possible for the space,” but added that in order to achieve it, “certain things about the building and its current format will have to change.”
“This will in time, be a refurbished, soundproofed venue with a solid, long-term lease and a range of legal measures that will give the venue protection from any potential noise complaints from surrounding neighbours,” the statement added. “There is still much work to be done – and we’re still not sure what our next steps will be – but for now, at least, we’ve decided to end on a high and go out in style.”
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Doors will close “at the end of March 2026”, and the owners have suggested that a number of closing parties will be held at the venue between December 31 2025, up until the end of March 2026.
Owner Adrian Jones has also shared that, despite rumours of the venue being forced to close, Corsica has not been ordered to close its doors by the Delancey Elephant and Castle developer project.
That being said, he did say that a number of new homes, which back onto the venue’s smoking area, have led to fears of noise complaints.
He told The Guardian that the venue has been allowed to “stay as long as it wants” but will not be allowed to “make any noise” past April 1, when the first residents are expected to move in.
To tackle this, they will be refurbishing the venue under the Section 106 agreement at Delancey’s cost, before being “handed back” in 2027.
DJ Mala shared words of support following the venue owners announcing news of their closure. “Endless gratitude to Adrian & all the team at Corsica Studios for everything you’ve given to London’s underground music communities. You provided a home and a playground for us to create and experiment,” he shared. “The space has given countless unforgettable nights & memories for so many of us.”
Midland Sound added: “Biggest love, the first place I played records in London and so many happy memories in the club,” while Toddla T simply added, “Thanks for everything.” Fred Again.. commented on the Instagram post with a series of hearts, while Jessie Ware wrote: “Thank you for the incredible nights x”.
Corsica Studios has welcomed many electronic acts over the years, including big names like Fred Again.., Four Tet and Bicep. Other past performers include Jamie xx and Shygirl.
London-based club promoter Boiler Room used the venue as an early base from 2010, while the record label Hyperdub has hosted many events there.
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