Major Celtic investor Chris Trainer has made swift moves to take over The North Rotunda.

Currently home to popular food and drink venue Cranside Kitchen, Trainer's company Forrest Hotels Ltd was handed the keys to the iconic building on Friday morning.

The company, which also owns the neighbouring hotel Radisson Red, has taken over ownership of both the landmark and its car park.

Details of Trainer's plans for the venue have yet to be revealed, however a staff member at Cranside Kitchen confirmed to the Glasgow Times that the restaurant would remain open at this time.

In addition to homing Cranside Kitchen, The North Rotunda is also a popular wedding venue and dates back to 1890.

Trainer, who is the CEO of Forrest Hotels ltd, is also the second biggest shareholder of Celtic FC.

A Forrest Hotels Ltd spokesman said: “We are thrilled to confirm that we have added The North Rotunda to our portfolio.

"This exciting acquisition of a historic structure was a major goal as part of our long-term strategy and further enhances our footprint within the SEC Campus.

“Immediately adjacent to our flagship hotel, the beautifully iconic Rotunda building and its perfectly-placed car park will provide exciting opportunities for us as a business and for our hotel’s guests.”