Bristol pub and music venue The Crofters Rights has announced that it will reopen under a new name, The Croft.

Situated in Stokes Croft, the venue announced that it would temporarily close last year, citing a "multifaceted" range of factors behind the decision — the most pressing reportedly being a dispute with the buildings landlord.

However, just over 12 months on, the team behind The Crofters Rights shared a post via Instagram yesterday (August 5), teasing a new era for the venue under a new name: The Croft.

The cryptic post features a tongue-in-cheek clip of "ninjas" entering the cobweb-ridden space, before zooming in on a reservation book that reads: "The Croft returns, September 12".

The announcement rounds out a difficult few months in securing the future of the venue, with owner World Famous Dive Bars running a campaign to "Save The Croft".

The Croft was named as a target venue in Music Venue Trust (MVT)s "Own Our Venues" scheme, with the charity announcing its intention in May to purchase the venue to ensure its long-term survival — raising over £1 million to purchase it, alongside seven other grassroots venues.

"Since getting the keys, we’ve been hard at work breathing new life into one of Bristol’s most iconic venues," a statement on The Crofts website reads. "From floor to ceiling, The Croft is getting a fresh look — but without losing the gritty charm that made it a local legend".

"Doors reopen on September 12, and we’re kicking things off proper, with a stacked line-up of DJs and live artists rolling in over the coming weeks," they continue. "Expect big sounds, a few surprises, and a space built for memorable nights".

"Whether youre a long-time Croft regular or stepping through the doors for the first time, were building something special, for everyone".