An Oldham restaurant has been forced to shut its doors due to a power cut.

The Smoke Yard, located on Church Terrace, made the announcement on social media this afternoon.

The message on Facebook and Instagram read: "Good afternoon everyone unfortunately we have had to close the restaurant due to having a power cut.

"We will be back up and running tomorrow and can’t wait to see you all enjoying our delicious food and amazing cocktails."

The town centre restaurant is one of the most popular in the borough with a current rating on Tripadvisor of 4.5 out of five based on more than 800 reviews. 

It boasts being 'Oldham's only American Smoke House' and specialises in a mix of barbecue favourites. 

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