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The café at Aerospace Bristol is to close temporarily for a few days next year while it undergoes a refurbishment.

The museum, which is home to the last-ever Concorde to fly, said the plans would improve the space for visitors and make it "more welcoming" to people who live in nearby Brabazon, Patchway, and Charlton Hayes.

The café is open to the general public and can be accessed without a museum ticket.

It is understood the work will start in January, taking place over a number of days, during which time the café will be shut. The refurbished venue is expected to open in February, with the Café under Concorde open for use in the interim period.

According to the museum, the new interior design will draw inspiration from the Bristol Aeroplane Company and will pay homage to the heritage of the site, incorporating elements that celebrate its aviation legacy.

Under the plans, the café's opening hours will also be expanded and the museum will also organise more community events.

Adam Jones, head of marketing and commercial operations, said: “We’re aiming to create a much more welcoming space for our community’s residents. This transformation will not only elevate the café but also help us further achieve our goal of being a community hub where visitors can relax and connect.”

The news follows a recent award win for the Bristol Aerospace café, which is run by catering company Fosters Events. The café received a Food and Drink accolade from VisitEngland. The prize is awarded to participants on the VisitEngland Visitor Attraction quality scheme.

Chris Walter, operations director for Fosters Events, said: “We have brought our quality, locally sourced food to Aerospace Bristol and have served wonderful seasonal menus to their many visitors. It’s fantastic to be recognised by VisitEngland and to receive a Food & Drink accolade. We can’t wait to get started on the café relaunch.”

Last week (Thursday, October 24) marked 23 years since Concorde flew commercially for the last time, with British Airways.

In 2003, a triple arrival of Concorde was scheduled, from Edinburgh, London via the Bay of Biscay and New York. Captain Les Brodie flew G-BOAE to London from Edinburgh and in the afternoon, Captain Paul Douglas took G-BOAF around the Bay of Biscay from London and returned.

The final flight, with Mike Bannister at the helm, departed from New York at midday º£½ÇÊÓƵ time and arrived at Heathrow, marking the end of Concorde’s commercial service.