Who wouldn't like a cup of coffee amidst sprawling gardens? The new Summerhouse Kiosk at Bute Park, provides just that. Built opposite the Millennium Bridge, the kiosk is a treat for visitors
The Summerhouse Kiosk has been built in a style that echoes the original Bute Summerhouse designed by William Burges. The old summerhouse was situated in Bute Park until the 1970s before it was removed to St Fagans: National History Museum. It is made from the reclaimed stone from the disused 70s toilet block demolished as part of the Bute Park restoration project. See our video here:
Peter Cooper is a regular at the Bute Park. 'The summerhouse kiosk is a nice place where you can rest after a jog or read a book on a sunny afternoon', he said.
The kiosk serves hot and cold healthy snacks and refreshments all year round. Wi-fi connection for customers is also on the cards. It employs over 10 people. It is open 7 days a week. It also has a mobile mini-van which tours around the park selling refreshments.
Les Shauucroft, Catering Assistant, Summerhouse Kiosk, said:
"We received a warm welcome by the people, they seem to enjoy the refreshments and the ambience of the café in and around the green spaces. The mini van too is a hit with the public."
The kiosk is run by TTA, a Cardiff-based training company. The agency will also be introducing a new walking route around Bute Park which will start from the Summerhouse Kiosk.
The summerhouse kiosk has been built as part of the £5.6m Bute Park Restoration project, supported by a £3.1 million grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund.
Archit Chopra and Shruti Tripathi graduated from Cardiff School of Journalism with an MA in international journalism.
