The Thai Leisure Group (TLG), the operator of the Chaophraya and Thaikhun brands, has taken a step closer to making its debut in the south east.

The six-strong concept is set to open in Phoenix Court, 21-22 Friary Street, Guildford, in the first part of next year.

It has also lined up an opening at the extension to Intu Metrocentre in Gateshead for 2016.

The company, which earlier this year secured £10m of new funding from Santander to aid its expansion plans,

Hopes to open eight sites in 2016, with a focus on Thaikhun.