One of the city's long-standing coffee shops will be closed this week while it undergoes refurbishment,

Caffè Nero, on Silver Street, has now closed for eight days while refurbishment works are carried out. 

The business closed on Monday, August 12, and will reopen on Tuesday, August 20.

Caffè Nero has closed for eight daysCaffè Nero has closed for eight days (Image: Newsquest)

On a notice on the door, the coffee shop stated: "This store will be closing for 8 days while we have some essential refurbishment works carried.

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"Our last day of trade will be Sunday 11th August. We will re open ready to welcome you all back on Tuesday 20th August.

"We apologise for any inconvenience. But hope you are as excited about our refresh as we are".

Another sign on the window reads: "We're making improvements. Unfortunately we're closed for now but we'll be back open very soon."