A town bistro known for its celebration cakes, afternoon teas and milkshakes has closed its doors. 

The owners of Mrs Beans in Attleborough announced on social media today that they had decided to permanently close. 

The business took to Facebook to apologise for the "abrupt end" to the bistro and described it as a "difficult decision".

Mrs Beans Bistro in Attleborough has closedMrs Beans Bistro in Attleborough has closed due to "ever-increasing running expenses" (Image: Sonya Duncan) They added: "We can no longer carry on with the ever-increasing running expenses.

"We would like to thank all of our customers who, most of which, have been with us from the beginning.

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"We consider a lot of you as extended family and will miss not seeing you from day to day.

"We know for some of you our little bistro was a lifeline but I’m sure you will find comfort in one of the other fine establishments in the town.

Mrs Beans Bistro in Attleborough has closedPeople on Facebook have expressed their sadness at the closure (Image: Sonya Duncan) "Please support the other businesses as you’ve supported us through our time here."

Located in Defiant Precinct in Church Street, the eatery was best known for its afternoon teas, breakfasts, bakes and milkshakes.  

Many former customers responded to the Facebook post expressing their sadness and disappointment at the news.