Neighbours Raise Alarm Over Noise at Historic Lennon Pub After Change of Ownership

Residents living close to a Liverpool pub once frequented by John Lennon say noise levels have spiralled out of control since new owners took charge, leaving some unable to sleep and considering moving away.

Ye Cracke, a historic pub on Rice Street near the former Liverpool College of Art, has submitted an application to Liverpool City Council to open its old cellar space to customers. However, neighbours fear the move will worsen what they describe as an already “unbearable” situation.

The pub, which dates back to the 1800s, became well known in the late 1950s and early 1960s as a favourite spot of Lennon and fellow art student Stuart Sutcliffe, who lived nearby on Gambier Terrace. It was taken over by Ye Cracke Incorporated Ltd last September following a six-month refurbishment.

Local residents who have formally objected to the licensing application say the venue was once a quiet neighbourhood pub, but claim noise has increased significantly over the past year.

One resident warned that opening the former storage cellar would expand the premises and increase capacity, arguing this would “inevitably” lead to more noise.

Another neighbour said the disruption had become so severe that one nearby resident could no longer sleep and was actively looking to relocate.

Complaints submitted to the council describe late-night shouting, swearing and “high-pitched, drunken laughter”, with some residents claiming conversations inside the pub are loud enough to be followed clearly from their bedrooms and gardens.

Objectors also raised concerns about management, saying staff have so far been “unwilling or unable” to control customer behaviour and noise levels.

Liverpool City Council is expected to consider the licensing application on Tuesday. The BBC has attempted to contact Ye Cracke Incorporated Ltd for comment but has so far received no response.