Brew and Banter
A chance to enjoy a cuppa and a conversation. Come on your own or bring someone along.
Community & clubs
Come on your own.
Come with someone.
Good company can start with a cup of coffee. There’s a place for you here, however you like to spend your time.
The Chatty Café
A cuppa.
A conversation.
A familiar face.
Clarabell’s is part of The Chatty Café Scheme. Our Chatty Table has its own space here, with a volunteer ready to welcome you and help people get chatting.
Tuesday, 1pm to 2pm with Sue. Thursday, 11am to 12 noon with Ashleigh. Saturday, 9am to 10am with Ang.
If coming along feels daunting, ask for Clare at the counter. There’s no pressure to be the life and soul. Just come as you are.
Chatty Table times & what to expectFind something that feels like you
A shared interest.
A reason to meet.
Book club
Meet other readers and share what you’ve been reading through Book Nook.
Crochet with Carol
A shared love of making things and a welcoming reason to get together.
Check Facebook for current group times, prices and how to join, or contact Clare before coming along.
See current groups on Facebook
Creative company
An afternoon
to try something new.
Workshops bring local people together around something they enjoy. Take a look at past gatherings in the gallery, and follow Facebook for what’s coming next.
Events & experiencesGood company, in their words
Come as you are.
Leave with good company.
“The atmosphere is welcoming and friendly”
Review in brief: Caroline described regular visits with friends, coffee mornings, crochet and book club upstairs.
Read Caroline L’s review on TripAdvisor“relaxed, friendly and welcoming”
Review in brief: Sue enjoyed Brew and Banter as a chance to have a coffee, chat and meet people.
Read Sue F’s review on TripAdvisorThese customers describe their visits in 2026. For current groups, dates and joining details, have a look at Facebook or ask Clare.
Find your good company