A popular Isle of Wight town centre cafe is to go up for sale after its owners announced its closure.

Betty's Door, on Clarence Road, in the heart of East Cowes, is shutting after two and half years.

Although 'sad' to be going, current owners Aiden and Victoria have taken on new positions elsewhere and feel now is the right time to move on.

Posting on Facebook, they said: "We want to say a huge thank you to all of our staff who have been amazing and to our customers who have used over the last two years."

Staff have also moved on in recent times, accelerating the pair's decision to shut up shop.

The business is expected to go on the market in the next few weeks.

Aiden and Victoria are hoping someone new will take the cafe over.

They added: "Although we are sad to be saying goodbye we are also excited to see what new owners will do with her!

"So if you know of anyone looking for a new venture then please feel free to contact us.

"Again a huge thank you from us all. All the best Victoria, Aiden and the Betty’s Door team".

Read more: Isle of Wight cafe can serve alcohol

Last year the cafe hit the headlines after applying for a license to serve alcohol alongside its food.

Plans had faced resistance from a small band of neighbours, who thought allowing the cafe to serve alcohol would lead to an increase in noise and nuisance.

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This was disputed by the owners who said they only wished to add small quantities of alcohol to the menu to offer a finer experience for loyal and visiting customers.

The Isle of Wight Council agreed to allow the cafe to serve alcohol, every day from 11am to 4pm.

Betty's Door was recently visited by food critics, Matt and Cat, who gave the cafe a three out of five stars review.

They praised the "moist and fluffy" cheesecake and gave special mention to the fried eggs on toast and avocado and poached egg.