Yesterday, Tuesday 7th March, it seems that Hartside Cafe lost its roof.
It isn't known whether someone was arson about or whether it was spontaneous combustion - but I don't think it will be reopening soon.
https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/famous-hartside-cafe-near-alston-14376722


What a loss and how saddening.
Martyn