Guest Writer York is renowned for its abundant pubs, but since the University’s founding in the 60s an influx of partying students would allow the nightlife of the once slumberous city to flourish.
Unfortunately, many of these establishments have folded and been unceremoniously replaced over the years. Alas, the legendary Willow restaurant closed in recent years and is now a Clintons cards.
What’s left of these venues are hazy memories and a just few photographs – a selection of which can be viewed below. Do you remember when Fibbers used to be Fazer’s Fun Club? (And when Nevermind used to be Fibbers?)
Brubakers, Blossom Street, 2004 
Casa, Low Ousegate, 2001 
Casanova, Lady Pecketts Yard, 1988 
Harry’s Bar, Micklegate, 1995 
Ikon and Diva, 1999 
Relex, 2008 
The Olde World Club, Stonegate, York. Photo print dated 1983. 
Staircase Bar, Ziggy’s, 1989 
The Gallery Nightclub in Clifford Street, York. 
The Room, Micklegate, 2005 
The Roxy, Bootham, 1980’s
