Celebrity chef Simon Rimmer’s new Wirral pub has been burgled less than a week after it opened

Staff at the Viking on Black Horse Hill in West Kirby called police at 6.30am on Monday after discovering thieves had broken in.

Police said damage was caused and cash taken.

Officers said CCTV footage is being sought and forensic examinations are underway in the ongoing investigation.

During its launch last week, Simon told the Globe: "The reaction to the place has been positive so far.

"I've got a great feeling about the place."

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Merseyside Police on 0151 777 2263 or the confidential Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111.