Crime scene investigators have arrived at the scene of a large cannabis factory in Winchester city centre. 

Two days ago, November 20, police raided Vodka Nightclub and Bar in the early hours where they found a large number of cannabis plants at various stages of growth inside.

 All plants will be seized and destroyed once an investigation is carried out. 

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More than 48 hours after the raid, November 22, police remain at the club with crime scene investigators. 

A 54-year-old man from Winchester was arrested on suspicion of producing a controlled drug of Class B and acquiring/using/possessing criminal property. He has been bailed with conditions until February 20 while police enquiries continue.

The nightclub closed in May 2023 for a summer refurbishment. At the time, one of the co-owners confirmed that the club would reopen in September, but the city’s only nightclub has remained closed and the Vodka sign has been removed.

The owner of Vodka Nightclub has been contacted for comment.