One of London's oldest music venues played by the Rolling Stones and Kate Bush set for massive revamp

"The first floor of the iconic pub on Lower Richmond Road will be extended to create the new terrace, which will have a retractable roof and spiral staircase. The venue will also get new equipment to allow it to sell a better range of food, while it will undergo some internal reorganisation and redecoration. An artist's impression of the refurbished pub The Half Moon on Lower Richmond Road"

"The Rolling Stones, The Who, Kate Bush and U2 are among those who have performed at the venue, which is owned by Young's and still hosts live music every night of the week. Wandsworth Council approved the makeover in August 2023. Planning documents said the investment will reinvigorate the public house, improving its popularity and customer base, and ultimately securing its long-term viability."

"The documents added: The additional space proposed through the attractive external terrace area is proposed to attract more customers and improve the range of facilities for patrons. The refurbished pub is set to reopen in early April. In the meantime, updates on the works will be posted on its social media pages."

The Half Moon in Putney has temporarily closed for a significant refurbishment and is scheduled to reopen in early April. The first floor will be extended to create an outdoor terrace featuring a retractable roof and a spiral staircase. New equipment will enable the venue to offer a better range of food, alongside internal reorganisation and redecoration. The venue has a storied live-music history and continues to host nightly performances. Wandsworth Council approved the makeover in August 2023, and planning documents state the investment aims to widen the customer base and secure long-term viability. Progress updates will appear on social media.

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