The Cat In The Window Cafe

It is with heavy hearts that we announce The Cat in the Window Cafe is now closed with immediate effect.
We truly have had the time of our lives and it has been a pleasure meeting you all. In the 2 and a half years we have made so many new friends, put thousands of smiles on thousands of faces and brought a little sunshine and fluffiness to the grey city.
We assure all of our supporters that, at all times, the cats are our utmost priority and this is partly the reason we have... come to this decision. Our overheads are simply too high to continue the venture, and without seriously compromising the cats welfare we just can't compete with the rising cost of operating a business in Aberdeen - and thats just not something we are willing to do.
So it's bitter sweet, I am delighted to have all the cats at home once again but also really sad that I can't share the happiness they bring me with you guys anymore. But know that they are happy and will be for a long time. We will of course share their progress with you guys on our social media pages when they are fully settled back into their home again. And I know they will miss you all as much as I will; I am so grateful for all the support and love from you guys over the past 2 and a half years, you helped make a dream a reality and that can only ever be a positive.
We will be contacting all people with future bookings to inform them of these developments over the coming 24 hours.
I would also just like to say that, for anyone looking for their local kitty fix - Willows Animal Sanctuary & Animal Assisted Therapy Unit run an amazing charity programme out at New Pitsligo. They have around 70 cats as well as many other animals they have taken into their care and hand on heart its one of the most amazing places I have ever experienced. These cats live around the farm and although most of them can't be seen theres a handful of cats who are so friendly and love human affection, so its definitely worth a visit!
Again, we thank you for the wonderful happy times we have shared with you since we started the project in 2015. It breaks our hearts that it has to end this way, without a proper goodbye. We ask for privacy and compassion at this very difficult time, and that you remember your happy times with us fondly - always.
We will keep you all updated with how the cats are getting on in the near future.
Thank you for the meowmories, we wont forget you! 🐾 ​ The Cat in the Window Cafe Team x
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Happy birthday Mickey Moobs 😚 these are the best little moobies in town I'm sure you will all agree!

Synchronised Butt Cleaning 🙅‍♂️

Look out for these absolutely stunning cuppy cakes at the cafe by the very talented Hipster Hedgehog Bakery, along with a lot more vegan goodness - her banana bread 👌 can't stop eating it 🐷

A fantastic cause ❤
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fb id=10160792221825357&id=322287425356

The happiest of birthdays for our little floof-miester today! He wasn't up for posing for the camera so these are our many birthday picture attempts with the main man 😂🤷‍♀️❤ @ The Cat in the Window Cafe

Hands up who’s getting a slice of this tomorrow 🙋🏻‍♀️ 😻

Little Drago Taco 💩
#thecatinthewindowcafe #dragothecat #aberdeencatcafe

Looks like these guys caught the snuggle bug this morning! There’s only one week left of the holidays, come make the most of it with these guys 💕

Drago our glamorous assistant helping show off our new pencil cases, lunch bags and coin purses just in time for school going back! Pop in to the café to purchase 😻

Cracking snap of the usually higly composed and regal Princess Pancake 😂
#Repost from @ikhann2018 with @regram.app ...
... #catinthewindowcafe
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Happy #internationalcatday everyone! This is former cafe creeps Belle and Thorin having a little snoogle at home ❤ we would love to see snaps of your own cats to celebrate all the feline cuties who share our hearts and home! So share the love 💕
#thecatinthewindowcafe #aberdeencatcafe #catcafe #catsofinstagram

Here's hoping everyone got the exam results they were hoping for, but if not just remember there is #nowrongpath.
I'm Heather, I left school before my 16th birthday and went to college to study art. I then got my degree in fashion design, came out of uni and went straight into the oil and gas industry, where I worked my way up and became the lead of my sector aged 24. I then made the scariest decision of my life and packed in my career at 25 to launch my own business, and... here I sit today at 29 years of age writing this with 12 cats, 2 dogs, a toddler, and a whole lot of support for The Cat in the Window Cafe from you guys ❤ who knows where I'll be in 5 years time but I had no idea what I wanted to do with my life, and here I am now feeling pretty smug with the choices I made that have lead up to this point...best of luck to you all and aim for happiness over anything else!
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Guess who's belly this fluff belongs to ❤

A cute wee test for cat behaviour by the PDSA, naturally as the ultimate crazy cat lady I got full marks 💪 try it out!

We could watch Napoleon clean himself all day ❤ Thanks everyone for a fantastic week here at the cafe, your custom means so much to us and we are so happy we get to share these little nuggests of cuteness with you all 😚

That’s one happy Birthday Boy! Come by and celebrate Boo’s 3rd Birthday with us today, over the weekend, or even at our movie night tonight, which is Cinderella! 💕 August is full of Kitty birthdays for us, so every day is a party! 🎉

Look at all these cuties looking for homes! If you're looking for a feline friend give these babies a visit 😚

Beautiful Ninja Loaf ❤
#thecatinthewindowcafe #ninjacat #aberdeen #aberdeencatcafe #catcafe

Went here for my birthday on June 15 (Friday). Absolutely beautiful. Cats are gorgeous. Really relaxing environment & I received a birthday card from the cats � wonderful place... cakes & drinks also delicious. Thank you!! Will be back! Xx

We had a lovely and relaxing time there meeting the kitties and having tea and snacks. The venue is fresh and clean, and the furry critters are friendly and sociable. The member of staff was very welcoming and clearly loves working there. Will definitely be going back.

Warm, cosy and relaxed atmosphere. The boyfriend and I went for a nice day during the snow . We got in and were served by a lovely woman who did her best to ensure our comfort and help us get the most out of our time with the cats. Everything was altogether lovely , with nice refreshments available to buy as well. I’d recommend the Nutella hot chocolate! Beautiful kitties and lovely day , if you’re a cat lover like me - or just want a day out , it’s definitely worth it�� Remember to read all terms , conditions etc. before you venture out. They’re very individual to this place only and important . Fantastic website too for more information - not only of terms, rules and the basics, but profile of each of the cats so you can know a little before you go! Definitely pop it on your list of things to do when in Aberdeen�

Visited this cafe once but it was incredible. It was my first ever experience with a cat cafe but I enjoyed it immensely. The cats were all very sweet and clearly adored, the drinks were fantastic, service was excellent and I overall enjpyed every minute of it. Will definitely go back if I get the opportunity

Visited for the first time today with Jake and Hannah - we loved it soooo much! MeowShakes were amazing... All of the cats were gorgeous and happy and the girls were lovely too... We will definately be back for more... Lovely cafe, so worth a visit...x

Totally amazing, such a relaxed atmosphere, fantastic hot chocolate, & yummy cakes, but the highlight was all the gorgoeus cats.

Great to see how well looked after & pampered they were , & how happy all the cats are, & all precautions are taken for the cats well fare, with laid out instructions off do's & don't s in dealing with the cats, being a cat lover , wld highly recommend visting here.���

The best place to be on a wet & windy Friday morning! Had a fantastic time with all the beautiful fur babies � Coffee & cake were 5* I have been to other cat cafes but this was definitely the best by far. Thank you �

Not really a cat person but took my partner and even I loved it. Great people cats are cute fun (possibly changed my mind on cats). Cakes are amazing as well

My second time great to be back with my 11 year old daughter also took her friend it was her first time she loves cats good nice experience rather be with cats than a man to be honest anyway we had milkshakes which were big and tasty enjoyed by all will be going back forgot to mention I love Theodore but he was sleeping until it was time to go never mind back again soon great cafe

My friend and I visited on 25 May, and it was an amazing experience. The staff were really friendly and approachable, the other customers were peaceful, and the cats were just delightful and lovely. It was such a relaxing hour, and was one of the highlights of my trip to Aberdeen. Would definitely recommend you check it out, and would love to go again!

I’ve visited twice now and loved both times. The service we’ve received has been superb both times and the kitties are always positively adorable. I always try to make a point to visit whenever I’m in town - sadly as someone who doesn’t live locally I don’t get to visit nearly as often as I’d like to.

Can’t wait to come again! :)

I’m a regular at the cafe and yoga sessions but today was the first time taking my eight year old son and the kitties and staff definitely didn’t disappoint! The staff were lovely and took time to show my little one the cats favourite toys, which had them very active and showing off their playful skills! The hot chocolate station was a massive hit! A fantastic festive day out!

I have visited the Cat in the Window Cafe a few times now, once with my mum and twice with work. I am a Support Worker and we have an elderly lady who loves to go and see the 'puss puss' - the staff at are brilliant and very understanding towards her learning disability and wheelchair use. The cats are all very well looked after and friendly. Would 100% recommend!!

I have an amazingly cosy happy time every time I visit but the movie nights are something special. <3 I went to one of the Harry Potter movie nights (with quiz and prizes!!) and it was just about the best night ever.



We got to relax and choose any drink from the menu; there were magical inspired treats (in case you're wondering, it's not only children that can make themselves feel sick on sweeties - pace yourselves!!) and a create your own hot chocolate station. There were blankets and pillows and cats and a movie to enjoy. The quiz was excellent too, it was actually challenging for serious Potter heads like myself, and soo much fun.



I can't wait for the next round of Potter movie and quiz nights! Wish I had taken the opportunity to get in on a Christmas movie night too. <3

Had the best time at the Harry Potter Night this Tuesday! It might seem a bit pricey but is actually really, really good value - 3 hours of kitty cuddles and fun, a movie, unlimited sweets and a hot chocolate with tons of toppings! We were also lucky enough to watch the Prisoner of Azkaban, the best film :D Thanks so much for the great night!

Fabulous experience definitely worth a visit if you are in Aberdeen, the kitty's are beautiful as is the owner, lovely relaxed calm environment and a good cuppa! Thank you ��

Came here when we’re were in Aberdeen for a few days and I love it. It such a relaxing place (with or without the cats �). I had the hot chocolate made with coconut milk and the gluten free strawberry sundae cake and they were gorrrgeous! ��

As a cat connoisseur, spending time with the charming kitties at The Cat in the Window Cafe ranks among one of my favourite things to do in Aberdeen. I was looking forward to my second visit with the felines and it did not disappoint. My favourite at The Cafe is ol' blue eyes Zeus. Is it his handsome fluff coat? His striking blue eyes? His larger than life purrsonality? Or all of the above? Whatever it is, I always find myself magnetically attracted to him and spending most of my visit checking out his shenanigans. The supporting cast of characters puts on quite the show, too, though. It's fascinating watching your charming cat family interact with each other and engage with the patrons. I was especially tickled pink when the kitties mobbed the staff member in anticipation of treat time. Such antics!



I look forward to cat-ching up with the latest whispurrs of kitty gossip in The Cat in the Window Cafe on my next visit.



Cheers,

Cat Connoisseur Cynthia

We were due to visit the cafe in November.

When I booked the cafe I noticed a regulation around amount of guests and phoned them.

After communication it was advised that I do a private booking and pay extra. I told them as we were visiting from Abroad this was our only option and that I wished to go ahead and book a private session.



I waited for an email from them to read about the private booking. I chased it up by another phone call from abroad. I was then told that in the meantime they had now booked in another couple and we could no longer go ahead with a private booking.



We were told that we could ignore the numbers and just come along and they would make a note and not book any more visitors at that time. We were to come with 2 girls aged 8 and 4 girls aged 12. On first communication I was told that only children aged 8-12 was included in the ratio of adult to children. Then on our second communication I was told that due to our kids being 12 we now needed two more adults to attend for ration to add up.



I book in two more adults to come to the cafe with us.



At 5pm on the day before our visit to the cafe, we receive an email from the cafe. We are told that our party is too large and we either had to split our booking onto a variety of time slots but they were not able to accommodate us.



I had been nothing but open, accommodating and acting on their previous instructions. To be treated this way is absolutely shocking.



We never visited the cafe and will not book to try and visit again. We have a group of children who spent a weekend in Aberdeen and was really looking forward to this treat and they were all disappointed. What makes this worse is the amount of communication prior to the visit so this could have been avoided.

Went here for my birthday on June 15 (Friday). Absolutely beautiful. Cats are gorgeous. Really relaxing environment & I received a birthday card from the cats � wonderful place... cakes & drinks also delicious. Thank you!! Will be back! Xx

We had a lovely and relaxing time there meeting the kitties and having tea and snacks. The venue is fresh and clean, and the furry critters are friendly and sociable. The member of staff was very welcoming and clearly loves working there. Will definitely be going back.

Warm, cosy and relaxed atmosphere. The boyfriend and I went for a nice day during the snow . We got in and were served by a lovely woman who did her best to ensure our comfort and help us get the most out of our time with the cats. Everything was altogether lovely , with nice refreshments available to buy as well. I’d recommend the Nutella hot chocolate! Beautiful kitties and lovely day , if you’re a cat lover like me - or just want a day out , it’s definitely worth it�� Remember to read all terms , conditions etc. before you venture out. They’re very individual to this place only and important . Fantastic website too for more information - not only of terms, rules and the basics, but profile of each of the cats so you can know a little before you go! Definitely pop it on your list of things to do when in Aberdeen�

Visited this cafe once but it was incredible. It was my first ever experience with a cat cafe but I enjoyed it immensely. The cats were all very sweet and clearly adored, the drinks were fantastic, service was excellent and I overall enjpyed every minute of it. Will definitely go back if I get the opportunity

Visited for the first time today with Jake and Hannah - we loved it soooo much! MeowShakes were amazing... All of the cats were gorgeous and happy and the girls were lovely too... We will definately be back for more... Lovely cafe, so worth a visit...x

Totally amazing, such a relaxed atmosphere, fantastic hot chocolate, & yummy cakes, but the highlight was all the gorgoeus cats.

Great to see how well looked after & pampered they were , & how happy all the cats are, & all precautions are taken for the cats well fare, with laid out instructions off do's & don't s in dealing with the cats, being a cat lover , wld highly recommend visting here.���

The best place to be on a wet & windy Friday morning! Had a fantastic time with all the beautiful fur babies � Coffee & cake were 5* I have been to other cat cafes but this was definitely the best by far. Thank you �

Not really a cat person but took my partner and even I loved it. Great people cats are cute fun (possibly changed my mind on cats). Cakes are amazing as well

My second time great to be back with my 11 year old daughter also took her friend it was her first time she loves cats good nice experience rather be with cats than a man to be honest anyway we had milkshakes which were big and tasty enjoyed by all will be going back forgot to mention I love Theodore but he was sleeping until it was time to go never mind back again soon great cafe

My friend and I visited on 25 May, and it was an amazing experience. The staff were really friendly and approachable, the other customers were peaceful, and the cats were just delightful and lovely. It was such a relaxing hour, and was one of the highlights of my trip to Aberdeen. Would definitely recommend you check it out, and would love to go again!

I’ve visited twice now and loved both times. The service we’ve received has been superb both times and the kitties are always positively adorable. I always try to make a point to visit whenever I’m in town - sadly as someone who doesn’t live locally I don’t get to visit nearly as often as I’d like to.

Can’t wait to come again! :)

I’m a regular at the cafe and yoga sessions but today was the first time taking my eight year old son and the kitties and staff definitely didn’t disappoint! The staff were lovely and took time to show my little one the cats favourite toys, which had them very active and showing off their playful skills! The hot chocolate station was a massive hit! A fantastic festive day out!

I have visited the Cat in the Window Cafe a few times now, once with my mum and twice with work. I am a Support Worker and we have an elderly lady who loves to go and see the 'puss puss' - the staff at are brilliant and very understanding towards her learning disability and wheelchair use. The cats are all very well looked after and friendly. Would 100% recommend!!

I have an amazingly cosy happy time every time I visit but the movie nights are something special. <3 I went to one of the Harry Potter movie nights (with quiz and prizes!!) and it was just about the best night ever.



We got to relax and choose any drink from the menu; there were magical inspired treats (in case you're wondering, it's not only children that can make themselves feel sick on sweeties - pace yourselves!!) and a create your own hot chocolate station. There were blankets and pillows and cats and a movie to enjoy. The quiz was excellent too, it was actually challenging for serious Potter heads like myself, and soo much fun.



I can't wait for the next round of Potter movie and quiz nights! Wish I had taken the opportunity to get in on a Christmas movie night too. <3

Had the best time at the Harry Potter Night this Tuesday! It might seem a bit pricey but is actually really, really good value - 3 hours of kitty cuddles and fun, a movie, unlimited sweets and a hot chocolate with tons of toppings! We were also lucky enough to watch the Prisoner of Azkaban, the best film :D Thanks so much for the great night!

Fabulous experience definitely worth a visit if you are in Aberdeen, the kitty's are beautiful as is the owner, lovely relaxed calm environment and a good cuppa! Thank you ��

Came here when we’re were in Aberdeen for a few days and I love it. It such a relaxing place (with or without the cats �). I had the hot chocolate made with coconut milk and the gluten free strawberry sundae cake and they were gorrrgeous! ��

As a cat connoisseur, spending time with the charming kitties at The Cat in the Window Cafe ranks among one of my favourite things to do in Aberdeen. I was looking forward to my second visit with the felines and it did not disappoint. My favourite at The Cafe is ol' blue eyes Zeus. Is it his handsome fluff coat? His striking blue eyes? His larger than life purrsonality? Or all of the above? Whatever it is, I always find myself magnetically attracted to him and spending most of my visit checking out his shenanigans. The supporting cast of characters puts on quite the show, too, though. It's fascinating watching your charming cat family interact with each other and engage with the patrons. I was especially tickled pink when the kitties mobbed the staff member in anticipation of treat time. Such antics!



I look forward to cat-ching up with the latest whispurrs of kitty gossip in The Cat in the Window Cafe on my next visit.



Cheers,

Cat Connoisseur Cynthia

We were due to visit the cafe in November.

When I booked the cafe I noticed a regulation around amount of guests and phoned them.

After communication it was advised that I do a private booking and pay extra. I told them as we were visiting from Abroad this was our only option and that I wished to go ahead and book a private session.



I waited for an email from them to read about the private booking. I chased it up by another phone call from abroad. I was then told that in the meantime they had now booked in another couple and we could no longer go ahead with a private booking.



We were told that we could ignore the numbers and just come along and they would make a note and not book any more visitors at that time. We were to come with 2 girls aged 8 and 4 girls aged 12. On first communication I was told that only children aged 8-12 was included in the ratio of adult to children. Then on our second communication I was told that due to our kids being 12 we now needed two more adults to attend for ration to add up.



I book in two more adults to come to the cafe with us.



At 5pm on the day before our visit to the cafe, we receive an email from the cafe. We are told that our party is too large and we either had to split our booking onto a variety of time slots but they were not able to accommodate us.



I had been nothing but open, accommodating and acting on their previous instructions. To be treated this way is absolutely shocking.



We never visited the cafe and will not book to try and visit again. We have a group of children who spent a weekend in Aberdeen and was really looking forward to this treat and they were all disappointed. What makes this worse is the amount of communication prior to the visit so this could have been avoided.