Sheffield bars: Shock as huge Revolution cocktail bar closes without warning
A popular Sheffield cocktail bar has closed without warning leaving revellers devastated.
Revolution, in the West One complex on Fitzwilliam Street, put out a statement confirming it was closing its doors today, Tuesday, January 27.
In a Facebook post it wrote: ”We have loved shaking your cocktails and creating unmissable parties and events over the years, but as of today, 27th January 2026, we will sadly be closing our doors in Sheffield.
“We want to extend an enormous thank you for joining the Revolution party and making some unforgettable memories.
“Any guests with bookings will be contacted in due course – Thank you for your patience and understanding. Goodbye and Thank You.”
Scores of people expressed their dismay.
Vicki Louise wrote: “Awww man! This was the first place I went to in Sheffield many moons ago. I’ve loved the cocktails but more recently the prices just got too much. “Had some great times in revs!”
Claire Gabites added: “Some great times in here such a shame no more vodka rev bank holidays so sad wish all the staff good luck.”
And Craig Holmes: “Top bar that really raised standards in Sheffield back when it opened. Best wishes tò all the staff affected by this.”
Revolution bars owner The Revel Collective closed 21 venues with the loss of 591 jobs after appointing administrators.
FTI Consulting is administrator for the pub and bar operator which said it has struggled with rising costs and weaker consumer spending, particularly among its younger clientele.
The venues closing, with immediate effect, include 14 Revolution bars, six Revolucion de Cuba bars and one Peach Pub.
However, FTI confirmed a pair of deals which will secure the future of 41 sites and 1,582 jobs.
The Revolution and Revolucion de Cuba brands and assets have been bought by Neos Hospitality Group, which also runs the Barbara's Bier Haus and Bonnie Rogues brands.
Meanwhile, the remaining Peach Pubs business has been bought by newly-formed group Coral Pub Company.