A CAFE in Peeblesshire has been blown away by the levels of support voiced as they search for a new operator.
The Wee Crook Café, located on the A701 in Tweedsmuir, is seeking an operator to join the community-owned enterprise.
Advertising on their Facebook page and in community groups, they have now praised the 'remarkable' response.
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Christine Parker, of the Tweedsmuir Trading Group/Tweedsmuir Community Company, said: "Due to an unexpected change in circumstances, Tweedsmuir Trading Group and Tweedsmuir Community Company are actively seeking a new operator for the Wee Crook Cafe.
"The community's support for our cafe has been remarkable, and we are truly grateful for the numerous offers of assistance and encouraging feedback we've received.
"We have already heard from several interested parties who have reached out to us.
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"Since this process is ongoing, additional discussions with our current operator and staff about prospective new operators are still pending."
Christine confirmed that the Wee Crook Cafe will remain open for business during the process.
She said: "Please be rest assured that we are taking every possible step while managing a very tight timeline and we hope to share updates soon."
Any interested parties should contact David@tweedsmuir.scot.
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