Ae Café ... perhaps the best visitor centre cafe in the world!

Ae Cafe has taken catering at Mountain Bike centres to a new level. If you crave a delicious and healthy meal after a ride then Ae Cafe is the place to come. Don't worry if you enjoy a simple bacon roll either, you won't be dissapointed when you head to the 7 Stanes Centre at Ae Forest. Mary Gray is the catering manager at Ae Cafe and she has put together a fantastic menu for you to sample when you visit Ae Forest. There's a definite healty slant to the meal options as well as incredibly tasty cakes (well, you do need to stock up on the carbs if your active!). Real coffee, ground to order, is on offer as well as a great range of teas, soft drinks, cool beers and a selection of wine. You can also dine on certain nights at Ae Forest when the cafe turns into a restaurant to offer a high end meals in this amazing location.

Fine Dining at Ae Cafe.Theme NightsMany of you have enjoyed some great nights already in Ae Cafe with our Fine Dining evenings. These went down a treat with those of you who came along to Ae Cafe and so far your taste buds have been tantalised by a "Best of Scottish" then "Mexican" and "Italian" themed feasts which were both sell outs with every table booked! If you would like us to inform you personally of the upcoming events and dining evenings, send us an e mail with your details and we'll get in touch with you.

Ae Cafe at Ae Forest 7 Stanes Centre Dumfries

The cafe offers something for everyone and the setting is very relaxed. A great place to hang out even if your not riding, everyone is welcome. There is a patio outside with benches if the weather is nice. Come along and sample what's on offer at Ae.

If you bring the kids you can get half portions of any of the daily special main meals as well as tasty and healthy kids lunch boxes. We even stock baby food for the tiny ones coming to Ae Forest.

Group Bookings: If your looking for somewhere different to have lunch, hold a meeting or have a party give Mary a phone on 01387 860 541. She'll give you menu options for buffets or set meal deals. We can even stay open late if your looking to do something in the evening.

Opening Times:

  • 10 am - 5 pm ... 7 days a week
  • Late opening for restaurant nights and events.
  • Early opening for uplift days.

Ae cafe also has wireless internet and we can now sort you out with a post-ride beer!!!