A former cocktail bar in Norwich's golden triangle which closed last year will soon reopen as its new owners hope to return the building to its pub roots.

The Warwick Street Social, in Warwick Road, has sat empty since the announcement of its temporary closure back in August 2021, due to "troubling times" brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.

But new owners Nick and Briony De'Ath are now set to "return an old favourite to the city", as they plan to reopen the business as a "straightforward" pub under its new name, the Warwick Arms.

The couple, who also own the Red Lion Bishopgate and the Unthank Arms, are working with the leaseholders to get it reopened as soon as possible.

Mrs De'Ath said: "The Warwick is a beautiful building in a perfect location and deserves to be filled with people enjoying it as they have for decades."

Mr De'Ath added: "We’ve had a fantastic response from people living locally who fondly remember the pub and are looking forward to seeing it open again."

The Warwick Arm's official opening date is set to be announced.