Visitors were unable to sample the Black Country Living Museum’s famous fish and chips after a power cut left the fryers out of action.

The power shortage, yesterday morning, also meant the Canalside Cafe at the award-winning attraction could not serve customers.

The museum remained open but visitors were warned about the power cut when they arrived so they could decide whether to carry on with their visit.The chip shop remained closed today.

Spokeswoman Fiona Carding said: “Following a fantastic weekend the Black Country Living Museum suffered a major power failure on Monday morning.

“Staff rallied round and replacement services were swiftly put in place. The Canalside Café and the Bottle and Glass Inn are busy.”