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# The Depo crowned best grassroots music venue in the UK after BBC Radio 1 win
- URL: https://www.plymouthplus.co.uk/the-depo-crowned-best-grassroots-music-venue-in-the-uk-after-bbc-radio-1-win/
- Published: 2026-02-23T19:10:47.000Z
- Updated: 2026-02-23T21:30:51.000Z
- Author: Seamus McCoy
- Tags: Union Street, News, #editors-picks

The Depo has been crowned the UK’s best grassroots music venue by BBC Radio 1 after winning a public vote.

Plymouth has officially been put on the UK's music map after the [Union Street](https://www.plymouthplus.co.uk/tag/union-street/) music venue secured the title, beating other venues across the country.

The win was revealed live on Radio 1, sparking celebrations from the team behind the venue and its loyal community of supporters.

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/74/83/7483ab0e-4e89-48b0-a2a9-d29bc2bbbe08/content/images/2026/02/30c7212a-2968-4dd4-8866-d073d63dfd2c.jpeg)

****Award graphic.** (Image: BBC Radio 1) 

Founded by Ryan Platts and Ben Gill-Carey, the venue has seen rapid growth and success despite challenging times for the night time economy.

Reacting to the win, co-owner Ryan Platts said:

> "Being nominated in this category was enough, as we were up against some serious players in the game.

> “A truly massive thank you to everyone that voted for us. Full of gratitude and extremely grateful beyond words. 

> "Who would have thought an idea myself and Ben came up with would be on this current path. A club by the people. For the people.”

![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/74/83/7483ab0e-4e89-48b0-a2a9-d29bc2bbbe08/content/images/2026/02/NN2A2312.JPG)

(Image: Plymouth Plus)

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