Arrowe Park Hospital in Wirral has confirmed that its café has closed, with Costa Coffee set to move into the space. Work is underway to prepare the site for the popular coffee chain.
Costa Coffee Takes Over Former Annabelle's Café
Costa Coffee will occupy the unit previously used by Annabelle's Café, which officially closed on Thursday, October 29, the hospital confirmed. The shop was located on the ground floor of the hospital, close to the main entrance.
A Wirral University Teaching Hospital spokesperson said: “Work has begun to transform the retail facilities at the front of Arrowe Park Hospital, creating a new and improved environment for patients, visitors and staff.
New Retail Facilities Planned
“The redevelopment includes a Costa Coffee, Co-op convenience store and 24/7 Smart Market, providing a wide range of food, drinks and everyday essentials, including access to refreshments outside traditional opening hours.
“The new facilities are expected to open in the new year. In the meantime, The Retreat restaurant in the hospital’s basement remains open, and we thank everyone for their patience.”
Existing Costa Stores Across Wirral
There are at least seven Costa Coffee stores across Wirral, with the chain also operating several Costa Express machines at local supermarkets and petrol stations. Existing coffee shops can be found in West Kirby, Heswall, Birkenhead, New Brighton, Liscard, and Bromborough, including outlets on Grange Road in West Kirby, Telegraph Road in Heswall, Grange Precinct in Birkenhead and Marine Point in New Brighton. There are also branches at The Mall in Liscard, Bromborough Croft Retail Park and a drive-thru in Bromborough.
In a separate social media post, the Arrowe Park team added: “The new facilities will offer a wider range of food, drinks and everyday essentials, with access to refreshments outside traditional opening hours.
“The main hospital entrance will remain open as normal, with minimal disruption expected outside the construction area.
“The Retreat, located in the hospital basement, will remain open throughout the redevelopment, serving food and refreshments. Additional signage will be in place to help you find it.
“The Firtrees Restaurant at Clatterbridge Hospital is unaffected. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we make these improvements. We'll share further updates as work progresses.”
