A refreshment kiosk aiming to raise money to help fund the management of the Thames has opened for business at Molesey Lock.
It is the first lock-side kiosk run by the Environment Agency, which is working with resident and experienced caterer Ruth Knight, and it was officially opened during a ceremony on May 31.
Mrs Knight said: “We are in a great position here; the lock side is always busy with people, particularly being so close to Hampton Court Palace, and is an integral part of the local community.
“I find people are naturally attracted to boats and water and love to sit watching the goings-on at the lock with a drink or an ice cream.”
The kiosk is open seven days a week during summer between 8am and 6pm, with reduced opening times during the winter.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here