A busy Edinburgh Costa Coffee has closed suddenly with a note pinned to the door thanking customers over the years.
The café, on Haddington Place, closed down on Friday, April 28, with the sudden announcement coming as a shock to locals. The branch at Newkirkgate Shopping Centre at the foot of the walk is now the closest Costa for locals to visit.
Just days after closing, all tables and chairs inside, as well as the external signage of the café has been removed. A note taped to the door read: "Store closing: This store will be closing permanently on Friday, April 28 at 5.30pm.