The volunteer run cafe in the Gateway centre on Front Street has closed.

The following notice has been posted on facebook

“A message from the Gateway Cafe …

It is with regret that we have to let you know that the Gateway Café will not be opening again in the near future.

When we closed in December it was our intention to re-open as soon as possible. With our previous staff moving on to new roles we had to advertise for new staff members who were able to lead our team of volunteers in providing a café service that met the needs of a large variety of users from our community.

Unfortunately, despite our best efforts, we have not been able to find the right staff to take the café forward and so we have reluctantly taken the decision to put our plans on hold for the time being.

Whilst we are not going to be open as a café, the Gateway Centre continues to be a thriving community hub that houses and runs all the same services and activities as before – from toddler and baby groups, a drop in café for the over-60’s, to debt advice, the foodbank and a variety of counselling services.

We would like to thank all our loyal customers for your support over the past 6 years. We have loved getting to know you and miss seeing you all.

Finally, could we ask a favour? Please continue to come into Acomb to meet and eat with your friends. There are many other eating establishments who need your custom and support to keep this wonderful community thriving and alive. Thank you”

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