Sweet refreshments as Pudsey Park kiosk reopens

During the refurbishment, efforts have been made to maintain the original aesthetic of the outside of the kiosk wherever possible, such as keeping the original colours, whereas the inside has been completely redone.

Serving up hot and cold drinks, ice cream, cakes, sandwiches, pastries and confectionery, the kiosk has always been very popular with park goers and those passing by.

Pudsey Park and the kiosk were originally opened to the public in April 1928 by the Duke and Duchess of York, later to become King George VI and Queen Elizabeth.

The park was recently awarded with a Green Flag Award, alongside six other parks and green spaces in Leeds, recognising it as one of the best in the UK.

Councillor Mohammed Rafique, Leeds City Council’s executive member for climate, energy, environment and green space, said: “We’re pleased to confirm that this historic kiosk will be open for business again, in time for the school holidays. We know people in the area have been asking for this since it closed down, and now families and residents visiting the park can pick up treats and hot drinks once more.

“We hope the kiosk will be a popular added attraction for people using the park, and it will contribute through its income to the continued maintenance and improvements to parks throughout the city.”

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