Popular Southside café announces closure amidst plans to create 'hidden creative gem' in Govanhill

A popular Southside café announced its closure yesterday, Thursday March 21, as they plan to turn the space into a 'hidden gem' for creatives in Glasgow.

Bee's Knees Café on Bowman Street in Govanhill has announced its permanent closure - the coffee shop, popular for its commitment to showcasing art & photography exhibitions by local artists, will close down as they announce new plans for the 'cosy wee space'.

Writing to their Facebook audience of over 1.8k followers, the Bee's Knees Café said: "As we bid farewell to our cherished customers and friends! It is with bittersweet emotions that we announce the closure of our cosy Bee's Knees Café as the coffee shop.

"While this chapter is coming to an end, the memories and connections we've made will forever hold a special place in our hearts. Thank you, dear customers and friends, for making the past five years an incredible and unforgettable experience. We will hold you in our hearts as we embark on new adventures, forever grateful for the love and support you have shown us.

"We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for five wonderful years of memories, laughter, and community. Something ends and new begins! We have exciting news: A New Creative Space is about to Enrich Our Community! Unveiling the mystery soon! We are transforming the Café space into a hidden creative gem."

The operators of the Bee's Knees Café are telling Southsiders to expect big things about the new 'unique concept' coming to the space on Bowman Street, although they have been careful not to give too much away about their plans.