A well-known Maidstone nightclub is set to reopen after four years of uncertainty — thanks to a dentist.

Chicago Rock Cafe has fallen into disrepair since closing in 2013.

Since then squatters and pigeons have replaced revellers and the High Street building has become an eyesore.

But life could be breathed into the legendary High Street venue, with Dr Simon Azimi, owner of Tunbridge Wells' Zee Bar, lodging a licensing application with Sevenoaks District Council.

The cosmetic dentist took over Zee Bar two years ago and says it has become one of the town's most popular spots, adding he hopes his Maidstone venture, which will share the name, will follow suit.

The 50-year-old, who lived in Maidstone for eight years and describes it as a second home, said: "I'm very familiar with the town and what the people want and am confident the club will be a great success.

"My passion is dentisty but I also love music and seeing people have a good time," joking by day he'll be seeing people in pain by day and making them happy by night.

He added: "Currently it's one of the ugliest buildings in Maidstone so we'll be completely redoing the front of the building. Hopefully it'll look like a swanky Maidstone club."

If everything goes to plan Zee Bar will open by the end of April.

To view the application click here.