26/08/2026
After what feels like a very long 18 months, we are so excited to finally say we are nearly ready to open.
The last year and a half since the café closed has certainly been a challenge, but to now be at the point where we can open the doors again and welcome everyone back is something we are incredibly excited about.
For us, this is about much more than simply reopening a café. Established in 1999, Café 81 has had quite the journey over the years.
From the early days when we were known as Lazy Days, to the Red CafĂ©, to eventually becoming the cafĂ© you know today, weâve been through plenty of changes along the way. Weâve made memories, built friendships and become part of the local community.
Weâve even faced some pretty difficult times, including the fire that meant we had to start again but here we are, still going after all these years. And now, weâre ready to take on our next chapter
Weâve been working hard behind the scenes, making lots of changes and adding some exciting new touches, and we canât wait for you to come through the doors, have a look around and see how much the cafĂ© has changed.
But donât worry the old favourites are staying! đ„§
Youâll still find some of the classics youâve always loved, including our pies, breakfasts and quiches, alongside some exciting new additions that weâre sure will become favourites of their own. And thereâs even moreâŠ
đ„ Fresh bread delivered daily from a local bakery. Weâll have fresh bread available to buy every day, including sourdough, bread cakes, fresh loaves and brioche and pastries.
Youâll also be able to place orders with us for fresh bread whenever you need it, so you can enjoy fresh bakery goods at home too.
We are incredibly excited to welcome everyone back, introduce you to the new Café 81 and start this next chapter together.
Our official opening date will be confirmed within the next week so keep your eyes peeled!
After 27 years of memories, changes, challenges and plenty of hard work weâre still here. Weâre ready. And we canât wait to see you again.
The countdown is on..