CUSTOMERS have expressed sadness at the news a village cafe is set to close next month.
The Kettle-Home venue in Kettleholm, will cease trading on December 1 after three years.
Announcing the news this week, owner Daryl Collins, above, said: “The rollercoaster of ups and downs has been a learning curve. Starting a business from nothing has been one of the most challenging things I have accomplished in my life so far.
“The business would not be in its current form without the amazing customers that have supported us from the start, up to the people who come in now. The shop has been a hub for so many to come in and grab a chat with anyone who may be in.
“We have taken a quiet dormant hall and turned it in to something amazing, from supporting local crafters at markets, Art for All sessions, selling art from the shop and many more on that list I could add. St Mungo Hall has been revived.”
He revealed that personal circumstances mean he’s unable to continue, adding: “This is not a decision I have taken lightly. It’s a great sadness to me that I have to give up my business.
“A special thanks goes to Castlemilk & Corrie Estates for the support they have provided, to which the shop would not be without. Thank you all so much for the last three years.”
