A brand new café is set to open at a Devon leisure centre in just a few weeks' time. It will be run by a mother-daughter duo, who are promising a varied menu.
Jo and Gemma Allen are gearing up to open Dive In Café at Lords Meadow Leisure Centre in Crediton next month. They say there will be a range of coffee and cakes, as well as breakfast, brunch and lunch options on the menu.
The pair have a combined experience of 10 years in the café industry and say they are keen to support local businesses and suppliers. They have already confirmed they will be serving coffee by local roasters and coffee house Crediton Coffee Company.
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Jo said: "The Dive In team are looking forward to making a big splash with our quality coffee and selection of local cakes and food. We are an independent café in Lords Meadow Leisure Centre, and we are very excited to be opening soon."
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Gemma said: "We will be serving breakfast, brunch and lunch including jacket potatoes, sandwiches, pastries and cakes. We will be partnering up with Crediton Coffee Company to serve you the very best in locally roasted coffee. Our aim is to use local produce to support our wonderful independent businesses wherever possible."
The leisure centre will be hosting an opening day for the new cafe, during which visitors will also be able to try out the facilities new fitness equipment, including recently installed spin bikes and upgraded cardio machines. On the same day, Mid Devon Leisure will be launching a new initiative called Health Seekers, designed to help people improve their health and wellbeing without having to go to the gym or attend classes.
Councillor David Wulff, Cabinet Member for Community & Leisure, said: "It will be great to be part of the opening of the new café, and experience for myself what it has to offer. Jo and Gemma have created a space where people can come together, enjoy delicious food and drinks, and feel good about supporting local businesses.
"Everyone is welcome to dive in and enjoy the convenience of this on-site café whether you’ve just finished a workout, waiting to collect your children from a swimming lesson or having a catch up with friends."
Dive In Café will open on May 1 and its opening hours will be 8am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 1pm on Saturdays.
