The metal fencing and barred doors around the Bracebridge are a bleak view for people walking or cycling in Sutton Park.

The popular restaurant and kiosk overlooking Bracebridge Pool has been a popular eatery for years, with the hugely popular kiosk also a halfway house for walkers, dog walkers and cyclists traversing the area.

Following its sudden closure in October, the venue is set to reopen under new ownership with a renowned chef at the helm.

The restaurant and kiosk closed with a Facebook message saying they were closing with a ‘heavy heart’.

The Brough family, current owners of the restaurant, announced its closure caused consternation among regular users. However, they have accepted an offer for the restaurant.

If and when the venue reopens, with will be a welcomed moved for park users.