Canadian coffee chain Second Cup is to open five new locations by the end of the summer, expanding its reach in the UK.

The chain already has outlets in Manchester, Birmingham and Portobello Road and looks set to add shops in London, Cardiff and Harrow in the coming weeks.

Jim Ragas, president and chief executive of The Second Cup Coffee Company, said: "We are very excited about our continuous UK expansion and can’t wait for all of the new cafes to open. Growth, quality and innovation have always been at the cornerstone of our brand."