One of the best things about living in Glasgow is the ease of access we have to not only the glorious Highlands and breathtaking scenery at places like Loch Lomond, but also to the beautiful islands off the west coast.
With a music festival, beaches aplenty and even a distillery complete with an outdoor 'gin garden', there's more to do than just cycling around the island. Glass doors on the main building open out into a dynamic outside courtyard, which will host monthly markets and diverse events. The historic Isle of Bute Smokehouse will also have a permanent base at Bute Yard.
During summer, the bar will open from 12 pm daily. On market Sundays, the bar will open from 10 am to 9 pm. A unique contemporary space Bute Yard will provide a platform to showcase the best taste and talent the island has to offer from local food and drink, in partnership with ButeKitchen, as well as local art and craft, in partnership with the Isle of Bute Artists’ Collective. It will also provide new retail and production space.
Director of Bute Yard and Isle of Bute Smokehouse, Cathleen Crichton-Stuart, said: “Over the last few years, Bute has experienced an exciting revival in food and drink, thanks to local producers like Isle of Bute Distillery and groups like Bute Kitchen. Bute Yard will play a major role in providing a space that taps into our heritage as well as our future as a successful food destination.