‘We’re devastated’: Popular café in idyllic Nottinghamshire village to close within weeks

A popular café in a Nottinghamshire village is to close later this month.

The Woodberry Teahouse Café and Shop, in Farnsfield, will shut its doors at the end of November after nearly nine years of trading.

Known for its afternoon tea and bottomless lunch offerings, the café has earned a strong customer base in Farnsfield over the past few years.

However, when breaking the news of its closure in a Facebook post, its owners admitted that they do not currently have the “dedication and passion” to keep it going.

They said: “Any small hospitality business owner will tell you that it is a tough gig.

“I always like to keep some perspective and often say to myself.... we're not saving lives and not to stress.

“But the truth is in recent times it's becoming increasingly hard to recruit, offer what is perceived to be value for money with ever rising costs and maintain a good work life balance, particularly with a young child.

“The 24/7 dedication and passion that is required and deserved just isn't in us at the moment.”

While admitting that the future of the building remains undecided, the cafe’s owners hinted at “popping up with a different offering at a later date”.

The café will be serving its full menu until November 16, before switching to a smaller menu from then until the end of the month.