Halifax in Surrey Quays was shut down today (Monday October 18) after a squirrel “left the branch in a bit of a mess”.
The bank said the branch in Surrey Quays shopping centre will reopen “soon”, without providing an exact date.
A spokesperson for Halifax told the News: “Our colleagues were surprised to discover a squirrel in the branch on Monday morning, after the tiny trespasser had made its way into the building over the weekend.
“The fluffy fugitive unfortunately left the branch in a bit of a mess, which is now being thoroughly cleaned for the safety of our customers and colleagues, and will reopen soon.
“The squirrel has been safely rescued by professionals and lives to fight another day.”