Support was sought for The Lemon Tree after the news

Liquidators have now begun the task of winding up the business, after a meeting of creditors on Friday.

Staff had started a campaign to raise �150,000 to save the centre after it closed its doors earlier this month.

Liquidators said there was virtually no chance of a rescue package. Bookings were earlier cancelled and customers are waiting to hear about refunds.

The centre's board had rejected an offer of financial aid from Aberdeen City Council, opting to close instead.

The board said The Lemon Tree was unable to continue trading when it did not have enough funds to meet its liabilities.