Warning as fans get ‘up close’ to Tom Zanetti in Middlesbrough soon

The Prohibition Bar, a 1920s-themed venue in the centre of Middlesbrough, will welcome Leeds-born DJ and producer Tom Zanetti on Friday, August 28.

Zanetti, who has three platinum singles, more than one million social media followers and his own bar in Marbella, is expected to attract house music fans from across the region.

However, ahead of the event, The Prohibition Bar has stressed that it will be operating a strict zero-tolerance approach to illegal drugs, and says all customers will be searched on entry.

Tom Zanetti. (Image: Provided)

In a statement shared on Facebook, the bar said: “For the Tom Zanetti event, we operate a strict zero-tolerance policy regarding illegal drugs.

“Anyone found using, supplying, or in possession of controlled substances on the premises will be removed immediately and may receive a permanent ban.

“Police will be informed and stop-and-search procedures may be carried out where necessary.

“CCTV operates throughout the venue and footage will be provided to the police when appropriate.

“Our staff are fully trained to report and respond to any suspicious activity. All guests will be subject to a search on entry.

“Please respect the venue, the staff and fellow customers so everyone can enjoy a safe night.”

The warning comes ahead of what is expected to be one of the venue’s biggest events of the summer.

The Prohibition Bar describes itself as a venue where “style meets soul”, offering crafted cocktails, live music and headline DJ appearances in a “safe, sophisticated environment”.

The venue regularly hosts headline DJs, live music sessions and pop-up events as part of its entertainment programme.

Doors open at 8pm on Friday, August 28, for Tom Zanetti – Up Close & Personal.

The event is open to over-21s only, with tickets still available through the venue’s website, priced at £32.52 per person.