A landmark blue bus which served as a Greek restaurant has been towed away for good after eight years.

The Big Greek Bus was a familiar sight on Folkestone Harbour Arm, with many following its bright colour to discover the tourist attraction’s other delights.

However, the much-loved landmark was towed away on Saturday, with the owners left feeling “very sad” to see it leave.

Bosses served their last gyros in the converted vehicle in October last year, before relocating to The Little Greek Bus in the same spot.

This is a smaller version built inside a mini-van and was previously used for private functions.

As well as this, they are serving up their Mediterranean dishes at the Goods Yard - also on the seafront - in the Greek Street shack.

Upon seeing the unusual landmark making its departure, resident Lee Daniels stressed: “It’s a sad day for the Big Greek Bus fans.

“She’s leaving the Harbour Arm for good today.

“It’s become an iconic structure over the last nine years,” she posted on Facebook.

“They will return with a new unit though.”

Others shared his sadness, with Susan Wood commenting: “That’s sad as they were one of the first there.

“I’m glad it was used to progress their business though.”

Jo Giled added: “I will have to look at where I am walking now rather than just heading to the blue bus.”

A brand new home is expected to grace the harbour arm in the same spot at some point this year.

Bosses told KentOnline: “The Big Greek Bus has been a huge part of our lives for the last nine years.

“Whilst we are very sad to see the bus leave, we have some incredible memories from war and peace, the British street food awards and all our amazing customers on Folkestone Harbour Arm who have supported us over the years.

“We have some very exciting plans for 2024 and our customers can temporarily find us in the same location inside the little Greek bus whilst we await our new permanent home.”

When they first announced the big bus would be going for good, locals called it “the end of an era”.

On Instagram, Tracey Briggs wrote: “Thanks for all the memories. I’m looking forward to seeing you and the new venture.”

Owen Toller said: “End of an era! One of the most unique and cool businesses.”