Hartside Cafe

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Hartside Cafe From Melmerby, the A686 road climbs the Hartside Pass to a height of 1903 ft, from where there are magnificent views across the Solway Firth to Scotland.

Hartside Cafe location:
Map coordinates 54.769700,-2.551500.
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03/11/2026

❤️ WE’RE OPEN AGAIN, AND WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT!

After an unexpected closure due to unplanned maintenance, we’re delighted to say that the doors of Tan Hill Inn are back open, the fires are roaring and we’re ready to welcome you all again!

Being Britain’s highest inn is something we’re incredibly proud of, but running a pub completely off-grid, 1,732 feet above sea level, comes with its challenges.

Unlike your average pub, the costs involved in simply opening our doors each day are enormous. Keeping the lights on, the fires burning, the kitchen running and this historic old inn welcoming visitors takes a huge amount of work and expense.

That’s why every single person who walks through our doors matters so much to us.

Whether you’re a local who regularly makes the journey up, a walker passing through, or someone who’s had Tan Hill on their bucket list for years, your support is what keeps this special little place going.

We don’t have a village on our doorstep or a steady stream of passing trade. We rely on people making the journey to see us, and we’re so grateful to everyone who does.

So, if you’ve been thinking about visiting Tan Hill, we’d really love you to make that trip. Come and enjoy some proper Yorkshire food, have a pint by the fire, bring your friends or family and spend a little time with us.

The doors are open, the fire’s on, and we’d love to see you. 🔥❤️

We're doing it. Hartside is coming back. 🏔️For those of you who've been waiting, wondering, and keeping the faith — than...
05/06/2026

We're doing it. Hartside is coming back. 🏔️
For those of you who've been waiting, wondering, and keeping the faith — thank you. It means everything.
We have the land. We have full planning permission. We have the team. Now we need your help to build it.
We've launched a GoFundMe — every contribution, no matter the size, goes directly into the build. Bricks, walls, roof, and the cafe we all love back where it belongs.
Scan the QR code, click the link, or just share this post. Getting the word out is just as powerful as donating.
See you at the top. ☕
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The Story If you've ever ridden or driven the A686 over the North Penn… Andrew Newlands needs your support for Help Us Bring Hartside Cafe Back - Buy a Brick

24/02/2026

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Hartside Summit, A686
Alston
CA93BW

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 2pm
Thursday 10am - 2pm
Friday 10am - 2pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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