Looking for new bars to head to before you wallow in Willow?
Well Nightlife is here for you! We’ve made a list of bars that are cruelly underapreciated by York students and worked out their exact distance from Willow so you know exactly how many meters you are away from prawn crackers. We’ve even thrown in an innovative drinking game at the end for the pioneer in you to try out. You’re welcome.
STEREO
A favourite for up and coming bands, Stereo is one of York’s premier live music venues. Situated on Gillygate, a strip criminally under-appreciated by York students, it’s a must visit for anyone wanting a night time drink and decent music.
Distance from Willow: 644m
BAR ESPERANZA
Sat on the corner of Swinegate, Bar Esperanza describes itself as “sexy, cosy and stylish”. The newest bar in York offers the customary array of drinks, alongside an extensive cocktail menu that oozes class and sophistication.
Distance from Willow: 94m
GIBSONS
Situated at the end of Micklegate, the recently refurbished establishment, once known as rock cafe ‘Monteys’, is back running 7 days a week, bringing in customers with hearty food and rocking cocktails.
BLUE FLY
Located in the same dingy back alley as student favourite Dusk lies Blue Fly. Frequented by David Gest, this glossy, glass ceilinged bar is just a stone’s throw from Willow with quality drinks deals and decent music.
Distance from Willow: 58m
BATTLESHOTS
> Pizza boxes clogging up your recycling?
> Fancy yourself as an Admiral of the Shots?
This game generally conforms to the rules of the original Battleships concept. Just 2 Pizza boxes, a sharpie, and a prodigious number of shot glasses filled with a drink of your choice provide all the ingredients for a retro start to the night. Normally a fairly simple concept, the challenge here relies on your ability to remain logical as your opponent opens fire on your liver.