Thru the Gate
+Cherry Ripe slice
From Clare Bear Sweets in Linton — a high-tea favourite.
Union Bank building · Smythesdale
Coffee, cake
& a fire.
Open Wednesday – Sunday
Homemade slices, local sourdough and a pot of tea by the fire.
A Smythesdale gem
Light meals in the old Union Bank
Thru the Gate Cafe sits in Smythesdale’s historic Union Bank building — light meals, homemade food and beautiful locally roasted coffee, with the fire burning bright on cold days.
The counter is stocked by local makers too: Bellsprout Bakehouse sourdough and danishes, slices from Clare Bear Sweets in Linton, and handmade scrunchies from Blossom Threads.
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Hours
Wednesday to Sunday, 9:30am – 4pm
Hours from public listings — the cafe posts any breaks on Instagram. Address & directions →
MonClosed
TueClosed
Wed9:30–16:00
Thu9:30–16:00
Fri9:30–16:00
Sat9:30–16:00
Sun9:30–16:00
See you soon
Pop in for coffee & a slice
Or order ahead and it’ll be waiting at the counter.