Leadmill raffles exclusive Guitar signed by Arctic Monkeys, Def Leppard and Bring Me the Horizon
A one-of-a-kind guitar made from The Leadmill’s original dancefloor is up for grabs, signed by members of Arctic Monkeys, Def Leppard, Bring Me the Horizon, Pulp, Milburn and Reverend and The Makers, alongside Richard Hawley and The Human League.
A unique piece of Sheffield’s music heritage is being offered to fans in a prize draw to win a handcrafted guitar made from its original dancefloor and signed by some of the city’s most iconic artists.
The instrument has been built by local luthier James Lister using the final sections of the venue’s historic dancefloor - the same floor that has hosted decades of live music and club nights.
Only six guitars have been created, with this the only one signed collectively by a group of artists closely tied to the venue’s legacy.
Signatures on the guitar include members of Arctic Monkeys, Def Leppard, Bring Me the Horizon, Pulp, Milburn and Reverend and The Makers, alongside Richard Hawley and The Human League.
Organisers say the guitar represents a one-of-a-kind collector’s item rooted in Sheffield’s cultural history.
The guitar itself is described as a physical piece of The Leadmill, carrying the marks and memories of generations of gigs, club nights and defining moments in UK music.
Entries for the prize draw are available via an online crowdfunder page, starting at £5 for a single entry, with bundle options offering multiple entries at higher price points.
The draw closes at 23:59 on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, with the winner set to be announced at 7pm on Thursday, May 7, 2026, via The Leadmill’s social media channels.
The winner will be contacted directly, with the guitar either shipped within the UK or made available for collection.
The initiative forms part of The Leadmill Relocation Fund, which aims to secure a new long-term home for The Leadmill Ltd after bosses lost a battle to remain in their original home on Leadmill Road after the building was bought by Electric Group.
The venue opened as ‘Electric Studios’ in spring.
For more than 46 years, The Leadmill played a central role in the city’s cultural life, supporting emerging talent, hosting international acts and providing a space for live music, club nights, comedy and community events.
Funds raised through the draw will go towards establishing a new permanent venue, creating opportunities for future talent and preserving the spirit and heritage of The Leadmill.
The website link can be found here: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/signed-leadmill-dancefloor-guitar