People living next to the site of a notorious former night club have raised concerns after the new owners applied for an alcohol licence.

Several South Woodford residents who live next to new restaurant, The Woodford, have complained about the owners applying for extended opening hours, alcohol, and live music licences.

The Grade II listed building in High Road, South Woodford used to house notorious celebrity night spot Funky Mojoe until a high court order lead to its closure in April 2014.

The owners, who own many other restaurants throughout Essex, have applied to open until 11.30pm Sunday to Thursday and until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.

The licence application also requests permission to serve alcohol, play live and recorded music, and serve late night refreshments in the hours leading up to closure.

A decision will be made on the matter at a licensing sub-committee at Redbridge Town Hall on Tuesday February 16.

South Woodford resident Jackie Peacock said: “This application is totally unfair to local residents, especially those in Manor Court and Tempus Court.

“We will be falling into the same trap as we did last time if a license to play live music and serve alcohol until midnight is granted.”

David Collins, of Manor Court said: “This address has given many nights of lost sleep and anxiety to local residents, especially to the elderly ones living in sheltered accommodation next door.

“There have been fights, stabbings, hit and runs, urinating in doorways, and a shooting in the past.”

The Woodford, which opens next month, claims it will provide an elegant dining experience and will only serve alcohol to diner’s tables.

Redbridge Council has been contacted for comment.