The owners of a new Lancaster nightclub have spoken exclusively to Beyond Radio ahead of their grand opening this Saturday (October 22).
Tim Barbary, Avinash Nandwani and Rick Backhouse are opening Vibe nightclub in Dalton Square where tickets for opening night sold out in five hours.
The three business partners say that safety and welfare of their customers is their number one priority.
Vibe will be opening in the same building as the former Walkabout, Dalton Rooms and most recently, Glow Rooms.
In June 2022, a man died following an incident outside the building and the previous nightclub closed down.
Since then, Mr Barbary, Mr Nandwani and Mr Backhouse have taken over the running of the premises.
LISTEN to our exclusive interview with Tim Barbary, Avinash Nandwani and Rick Backhouse from Vibe nightclub.
"What happened was absolutely tragic," said Mr Barbary.
"We're doing everything we possibly can to make this venue as safe as possible."
Mr Nandwani said: "We are confident we've done the things right.
"We've spoken to the local authorities, the police, we sat down with (Lancaster University) Student's Union, we've had talks with staff, to make sure everything is run to the book, which is what we want, and it will be.
"It's now in our hands to make this a success."
In the interview, Mr Barbary, Mr Backhouse and Mr Nandwani talked about:
- Their plans for security at Vibe
- Their career backgrounds
- Opening a new business during the cost of living crisis
- How they will deal with drink spiking
- Their plans for the future and upcoming events at Vibe
Mr Barbary also runs the Brittlestar Wine Bar in Morecambe, Bay Camera & Communications in Torrisholme, and the Bay EV electric vehicle charging company.
"The club is owned by the three of us," said Mr Barbary.
"We are local people, we are fathers, we are family people."
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Mr Backhouse owns Sydney's restaurant in Market Square in Lancaster while Mr Nandwani has a wealth of experience running nightclub events.
Vibe will also become a daytime sports bar, as well as a nightclub in the evening.
TV star Paul Chuckle from The Chuckle Brothers will appear at the club on Monday, October 24.
There are also plans for Halloween and New Year's Eve nights later this year.
Here is The Vibe team ahead of the opening on Saturday.
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