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History of love at The Archive Cafe
Rochelle Motha and husband Yasi run a Holmfirth cafe with kindness at its core. Rochelle tells Laura Reid how the couple’s roots – and Mother Teresa – played key roles. W HEN you grow up literally in the lap of Mother Teresa, you become instilled with her principles. Helping the poor, and others in need, is part of everyday life – and a part that Rochelle Motha still holds dear more than 40 years on and over 5,000 miles away from her childhood home. Since the start of the yea
Yasi Herath
Jan 74 min read


Why You Can "Feel the Love" at This New Holmfirth Spot
There is a new addition to Holmfirth’s buzzing food scene, and if the latest review from Examiner Live is anything to go by, it is already winning hearts (and stomachs). I recently read a great piece by Andrew Robinson about The Archive Cafe , a new venue located in the former Barclays bank on Victoria Square. While I haven't visited yet myself, the review paints a picture of a place that is about much more than just coffee and cake—it's about genuine hospitality. What Caugh
Yasi Herath
Jan 72 min read
Is This Holmfirth’s Coziest Hidden Gem?
If you’re anything like me, finding the perfect cafe is about more than just caffeine—it’s about the feeling you get when you walk through the door. I recently stumbled upon a fantastic listing on Wanderlog for The Archive Cafe in Holmfirth, and judging by the glowing reviews and details in the article, this might just be the ultimate spot for a cozy afternoon. I wanted to highlight a few reasons why this place caught my eye and why you should bookmark the original article (
Yasi Herath
Jan 72 min read


I tried new Holmfirth town centre cafe and straight away could 'feel the love'
We were thrilled to spot a wonderful feature this week in Yorkshire Live , where one of the region’s most experienced reporters paid a visit to The Archive Cafe in Holmfirth to see what the buzz was about. The review, titled "I tried new Holmfirth town centre cafe and straight away could 'feel the love'," - captures exactly what Yasi and Rochelle have strived to build: a place that feels less like a business and more like a home. About the Article Rather than just a standard
Yasi Herath
Jan 72 min read
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