A lost Liverpool nightclub was "always packed" and was loved for its chicken in a basket that clubbers say was "to die for".
The Liverpool ECHO recently took a look back at Pickwicks nightclub on Fraser Street near London Road, which first opened its doors in May 1972. Also known as Mr Pickwicks, the club was one of several clubs, along with Falcon's Crest in Formby and Wookey Hollow in Tuebrook, owned by the late body-building champion and former Knowsley councillor Terry Phillips.
When it first opened, a corner nearest the entrance boasted a speciality cocktail bar and there was also a massive island bar with 160ft of serving space halfway along the top tier, with a smaller bar behind that. Most couldn't imagine ordering food at a nightclub today, but in the 70s, Pickwicks sold chicken in a basket for 45p - a favourite choice with many customers - and cuts of steak for £1.10.
