A Liverpool-based restaurant chain will open in Chester this winter, with an 'exciting new concept' to be revealed early next year.

Mediterranean-inspired restaurant, Maray, will soon join the city's restaurant scene, having first launched on Bold Street 11 years ago.

With a provisional winter opening date, the chain recently signed a 15-year lease at Chester Northgate - formerly home to North Light, a Chester bar and restaurant which closed suddenly at the start of this year.

Currently boasting three other venues, with two in Liverpool and one in Manchester, Maray described Chester as a city it has "long admired".

A spokesperson for Maray said: "It's such an exciting time and we simply can not wait to be a part of the Chester community.

"We're currently building our team and hope to open our doors this year (with a fair wind!)

"Guests can expect the same warm welcome, incredible food and top-notch drinks list that they experience at our other sites in Liverpool and Manchester.

"They can also expect an exciting new concept coming early next year - we're holding our cards close to our chest for now but all will be revealed in due course!"

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The chain has hinted at various launch events to celebrate its opening, including 50% off during its first week of trade.