A POPULAR West End nightclub has left fans in shock after announcing it's shock closure.

Viper on Great Western Road announced it was closed on Facebook earlier today.

Posting a picture of the formerly bustling club, it wrote: "VIPER IS NOW CLOSED.

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"Thanks for the memories.

"P.s we will be open for unique one off events so keep your eyes peeled for announcements."

The post has already racked up hundreds of likes, shares and comments from shocked fans.

One wrote: "What kind of sick joke is this?"

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While another added: "Many good memories in there worked with an epic team under quality management."

"Devastated," wrote another.

It's not yet known what caused the closure.