A new coffee and bagel bar is set to open in Welwyn Garden City later this month.

Nook is taking over 66 Howardsgate, which has stood empty since Bedtime Beers closed last September, and is expected to open in June 17.

The business is owned by Casey Knowlden and Rob Joseph, who are both nervous and excited to launch their new venture.

"We've never done anything like this before," Casey told the Welwyn Hatfield Times.

"My husband's background is as an app developer so he's always done that as his own business, but we've never run a business like this.

"Rob loves coffee and I love the vibe in a good coffee shop, that community feel. We've always spoken about wanting to create that space, a place where everyone is welcome that feels friendly, inviting and comfortable.

"We've thought, why not try it, this place came up and we went for it. We are nervous, but very excited to open."

As for what customers can expect from Nook, Casey continued: "It's going to be a coffee and bagel bar, so plenty of coffee and other hot drinks, and then there will be freshly made bagels to order. There will also be a cake selection."