 In 1986 the Blakehay was saved from demolition and replacement with a block of flats by the actions of the Weston-super-Mare Building Trust and run by the Civic Society who converted into a venue for amateur and professional events and public meetings.In September 2004 Weston Town Council purchased the theatre for £195,000.The Blakehay Theatre operates as live events venue, programming local and regional theatre, music and dance.