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Ben Nevis Cafe

cosla consul officer 12 comments
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Proposal code: CONSUL-2022-03-2

There should be a coffee shop on top of Ben Nevis to give walkers somewhere to eat after a long climb

As highlighted in a recent viral Tripadvisor review, for some visitors the summit of Ben Nevis can be frankly a little disappointing.

A cafe should be set up to allow walkers to buy somethinmg to eat as well as have somewhere to go to the toilet.

It may be that someone like MacDonalds would be interested in taking the franchise thereby bringing in much needed revenue.

 

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Content generated by AI / Machine Learning Comments summary

**Executive Summary**: Overall sentiment around the proposal for a cafe on top of Ben Nevis is mixed, with both strong objections and support expressed. The comments highlight concerns about environmental impact, elitism, and the preservation of the natural setting, while some see it as a positive addition for visitors.

**Key Themes & Voices**:
* **Environmental Concerns**: Many commenters express worries about the potential environmental impact of establishing a cafe on Ben Nevis.
> "what about the carbon footprint"

* **Support for the Idea**: Some individuals view the proposal positively, citing examples of cafes on mountain tops in Europe as potential models for Ben Nevis.
> "Great Idea - mountains in Europe have got cafes and restaurants at the top"

* **Anti-Elitism and Cultural Preservation**: There are objections rooted in concerns about elitism, cultural values, and the spirit of Scotland's mountains.
> "this is the sort of elitist attitude which stopes people from enjoying the countryside. my grandfather didn't join the home guard so that some toffs could stop people having a cup of tea"

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  • Published 2022-06-01

    Status changed to
    Out for consultation

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