One Night Only pop brothers plan 500-capacity venue at former Fibbers in York

Plans to transform the derelict site of a former well-known music venue in York have been submitted to a council.

Fibbers, in the Toft Green area of the city, closed in 2020 and the site has since been left abandoned.

George Craig said he wanted to put “York back on the [musical] map”.

The Helmsley-born brothers run a string of music venues in Liverpool and Manchester, as well as a restaurant in York, and are working with developers North Star on the project.

“The opportunity to re-establish such a significant live music presence in our home city is a dream realised for us,” said George Craig. 

“The venue puts York back on the map in terms of the UK touring circuit which will offer first-class facilities for established bands and will support emerging talent which is core to our ethos.”

A spokesperson for North Star said it hoped the scheme would regenerate and bring “new life to the area”.

“It will be a fresh concept and will help the city attract top bands and musicians in a purpose built and modern premises, building on the legacy of live music on this site from Fibbers,” they added.

City of York Council has been approached for a comment.