A NEW branch of Costa Coffee is opening in Buckhurst Hill after a £200,000 refit.

The national chain of Italian coffee shops will open the shop this Saturday at 48 Queens Road.

Store manager for the new Buckhurst Hill Costa Harm Brar said: “We are all very excited about the new opening and are looking forward to welcoming our first customers. We hope to provide local people of Buckhurst Hill the opportunity to enjoy the unique taste and aroma of Costa’s authentic Italian coffee in a friendly and comfortable environment.”