A PUB on the Wrexham-Shropshire border has announced its closure with a "heavy heart". 

The Bridge Inn, in Chirk, has announced that it has closed its doors with immediate effect. 

A spokesperson for the pub said: "We have closed the pub with a heavy heart as we loved the pub and customers. But we can’t take the pub to the next level. We hand the keys over today."

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However, it is hoped that The Bridge Inn, known locally as The Trap, won't be closed for long. 

The spokesperson added: "Admiral Taverns (pub group) is interviewing for new tenants so hopefully it won’t be closed for long and I wish whoever takes it on all the best as it’s a fantastic pub."

The pub has an average 4.4 out of 5 star rating from Google reviews, with many people praising it for the quality of its food and friendly atmosphere. 

People describe it as a "great pub" with "friendly" and "welcoming" staff.