Friday café at The Gate

Come and enjoy a delicious lunch today ❤️

☕ FRIDAY CAFÉ @ THE GATE – TOMORROW

Just a reminder we’re open tomorrow from 10am–2pm at 2 Ludgate, Alloa 💛

On the menu this week:
🍛 Chicken curry
🍮 Sticky toffee pudding

Plus our usual favourites:
🥪 Toasties, tea, coffee and more

It’s just a café, good food at reasonable prices in a relaxed, welcoming space.

Pop in anytime, no booking needed 😊

We’d love to see you!

Tomorrow (Wednesday) we have our lunch bunch meeting 12-1, pop along for Andy's soup and the chance to meet new friends.

2 Ludgate, Alloa.

Join us tomorrow at our Community Café ☕

Come along for good food, a warm welcome, and a chance to catch up with others in the community.

📅 Tomorrow
⏰ 10am – 2pm
📍 The Gate

Whether you’re popping in for a chat, a bite to eat, or just a change of scenery, everyone is welcome.

We’ll also be hosting our Book Club at 12pm 📚
If you’d like to come along and join in with the reading, you’re very welcome, no pressure, just bring yourself and enjoy.

We’d love to see you there 💙

Thinking about volunteering but not sure where to start?

We’re launching a new weekly drop-in session where you can pop in, have a chat, and find out more 👇

🗓 Every Tuesday
⏰ 10am – 12pm
📍 The Gate Community Hub - Tullibody Road Alloa

Come along and meet Yvonne, our Volunteer & Learning Coordinator, for an informal chat about volunteering with us.

There’s no pressure and no commitment, just a chance to ask questions, explore your options, and see what might suit you.

Tea and biscuits provided ☕🍪

Whether you’re ready to get involved or just curious, you’re very welcome to drop in.

We’d love to see you there!

🌟 What’s On at The Gate Charity 🌟

We’re here to support our community with a range of welcoming services and activities:

🍽 Community Café – Fridays, 10am–2pm (affordable lunches)
🥣 Soup Pot – Free lunches every Tuesday (March–October), and Tuesdays & Thursdays (October–March)
🧺 Larder – Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 2–3pm (up to 10 essential items, no questions asked)
🍰 Meal Delivery Service – Afternoon tea delivered Mon, Wed & Fri (10–11am) with a welfare check (£5 per day)

👥 Regular Groups
Breakfast Bingo (fortnightly Wednesdays, 10–11:15am – no booking needed)
Al-Anon Meetings (Wednesdays from 8pm)
Alloa Men’s Club (Thursdays from 7pm)
✨ Upcoming Lunch Bunch ✨
Join us on Tuesday 8th April, 12–1pm for good food and great company! all ages welcome

🥪 Soup, sandwiches & a treat
💷 Just £3.00 per person
📍 No booking required – just come along!

please visit our website for more information
www.the-gate-charity.org
Everyone is welcome 💛

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Join us today at our Community Café from 10am to 2pm for some delicious homemade specials!
On the menu:
Roasted Cheesy Cauliflower Soup
Served with croutons and a drizzle of chilli & basil oil (optional) for a little extra warmth.
Homemade Steak Pie
A comforting classic, served with tri-coloured carrots and boiled potatoes.
Vanilla Panna Cotta
A smooth vanilla dessert finished with a layer of strawberry and blueberry.
Pop in, bring a friend, and enjoy good food in a warm, friendly space. We’d love to see you!

Warm up your midweek with our delicious offerings:
🥣 Scotch Broth – hearty and comforting
🍗 Chicken Chasseur with Potatoes – a classic favorite
🍓 Strawberry Trifle – sweet, creamy, and irresistible

Come treat yourself this Wednesday! ✨

Good news! Our café doors are open today from 10am – 2pm
Whether you’re after a cosy spot for lunch or something delicious to take away, we’ve got you covered.
The café is warm, welcoming, and the perfect place to relax — plus we’ve got lots of specials on today that you won’t want to miss!

🔥 Warm up with Today’s Café Specials! 🔥

🍳 Mini Breakfast – £3.50
🥔 Savoury Mince & Potatoes – £4.00
🥧 Rhubarb Pie & Custard – £2.00

A cosy café, hot food, and friendly faces – the perfect place to come in, get warm, and enjoy some real comfort food. 💛☕