Building work has been spotted at the planned Tim Hortons Watford location.

The Canadian fast-food chain, which specialises in sweet and savoury treats, including its trademarked Timbits, will open at the site of the former Pizza Hut by the A41 Dome Roundabout.

Barriers and diggers have been spotted around the site.

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In May, the company announced it will open this year, but it has still not provided a date, although it has now said it hopes to have an opening date soon.

It will include a restaurant and a drive-thru, as well as takeaway and delivery options.

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In the announcement, chief commercial officer of Tim Hortons franchise in the UK Kevin Hydes said: “We’ve seen a growing demand for our brand from communities surrounding the capital, so Watford felt like the perfect location for us with its vibrant town and dynamic community.

“We cannot wait to welcome fans and first timers to Tim Hortons in Watford later this year."

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