The team behind the popular restaurant operating at the Banbridge Golf Club have announced they are stepping back after "a very successful four years".
Chris and Marta who run The Clubhouse Grill explained that a combination of "putting family first" and the cost of living crisis has made them realise it was time to take a break.
Taking to social media, they said that "difficulties within the wider hospitality industry" caused staffing issues as well as price increases that are difficult to cover. They also thanked all their customers for their continued support during their time catering in the golf club.
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A message on their Facebook page read: "This news may be a bit shocking...
"Unfortunately, we decided to step back from the role of caterer at the Banbridge Golf Club. We are immensely grateful for the support we have received from members and regular visitors.
"Our decision is mainly motivated by the fact that this time we put the family first, and as you know, our head chef is expecting a baby.
"Also, the current cost of living crisis, difficulties within the wider hospitality industry regarding attracting good chefs/staff, price increases that are difficult to cover, etc, it has come to a point when we need to take a break."
They continued: "We will miss the people and the work as at this stage we are going on a long and well-deserved holiday. We will finish up on Sunday 25th September.
"Perhaps, we said 'the end' now, although that does not mean that you will not see us in gastronomy in the future ...One more time, thank you for a very successful four years".
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