A hot wings spot loved by Premier League stars has been forced to push back the opening of its first Kent branch.

Wing Kingz, a chicken wings and sports bar, confirmed in the summer plans to move into Sun Street, Canterbury.

But despite initial plans to open its doors last Autumn, business owner Aaron Murrell revised the date to January - but now says the restaurant will open in March at the earliest.

Mr Murrell told KentOnline that despite the setbacks due to unforeseen circumstances, the eatery will be serving up wings in Canterbury before the year is up.

“It's definitely 2024,” said the Wing Kingz boss.

“We won't give the exact date yet because when work is being done inside a venue you never want to put a guaranteed date out and then end up opening three weeks later.

“It will be in the first quarter so we're hoping it will be before the end of March/April but yes it will definitely be in 2024.

“The venue is currently being worked on, there's builders in there every day.”

He continued: “We're ready to go, we're keen to get Canterbury open.

“Obviously it's our first franchise store so we own the brand and we've got the one in Milton Keynes.

“This will be the second store but the first owned by franchisees, some fantastic people from the local area.”

Boasting four different types of wings – vegan, boneless, grilled and buttermilk – there are 10 different flavours and five size options alongside 12 dipping sauces.

For those not a fan of wings, menu highlights include burgers, wraps, nachos and sundaes.

Meanwhile, promotions include Wing Wednesday, all-you-can-eat wings on Wednesdays, and the ‘Earn your Wings’ challenge – a hot wing challenge so spicy it comes with a waiver.

The restaurant could be open between 10am and midnight seven days a week and will be able to serve alcohol following licensing permission granted by Canterbury City Council.

Born in Milton Keynes in 2021, this will be the restaurant’s first venture outside of its home city.

Fans of Wing Kingz include Brentford and England striker Ivan Toney and former Tottenham Hotspur star Dele Alli.

It is hoped some of these famous faces – which also include former Man City player Mario Balotelli and Watford striker Troy Deeney – could make an appearance at the grand opening, though Aaron remained tight-lipped.

Speaking about who might attend the unveiling, he said: “This is a top secret. I'm sure you will be seeing some familiar faces – but, most importantly, key people of the community of Canterbury.”

The arrival of Wing Kingz comes within months of the grand opening of Matches Sports and Social Bar in Butchery Lane.