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New research reveals cafés have the greatest
Grounds for Innovation 2024
sense of community on the high street
A recent survey commissioned by BRITA
Professional has revealed the crucial role of
coffee shops for the British public,
highlighting.
Coffee shops and cafes voted
as the place Brits feel the
greatest sense of community
on the high street
Over a quarter of people say
they choose coffee shops that
are tailored to their hobbies
and lifestyle
Half of Brits would refuse to
go without coffee from a cafe,
just ahead of eating out and
takeaways
The research highlights the role coffee shops
have in supporting creativity and innovation
and the important role they play in supporting
communities.
This year’s competition promises to be bigger
and better than ever and will be judged by an
esteemed panel of industry experts, including
the likes of Fi O’Brien, Co-Founder of Girls Who
Grind Coffee and Howey Gill, Head of Coffee at
Grind.
In the face of economic uncertainty, new
research from BRITA Professional has unveiled
a remarkable trend: Brits are steadfast in their MARCH/APRIL. 2024 | ISSUE 35
commitment to coffee culture, with half of the
UK public prioritising café-brewed coffee,
closely followed by other nice-to-haves such as
dining out (44%) and takeaways (34%). Skinny Dip, Margate
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