{"id":12862,"date":"2009-10-30T03:09:59","date_gmt":"2009-10-30T03:09:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/startups.co.uk\/?p=12862"},"modified":"2023-06-16T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2023-06-16T00:00:00","slug":"how-to-start-a-cafe-or-coffee-shop","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/startups.co.uk\/guides\/how-to-start-a-cafe-or-coffee-shop\/","title":{"rendered":"How to start a caf\u00e9 or coffee shop"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Startups.co.uk is reader supported – we may earn a commission from our recommendations, at no extra cost to you and without impacting our editorial impartiality.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text title_type=”h1″]In recent years, the UK had been steadily moving towards the kind of well-established café culture that our European cousins are famous for. These independent brewers have taken a hit due to the ongoing cost of living crisis, but the industry is readying for growth and recovery in 2024.<\/span>\n

In April, the UK economy grew by 0.2% thanks to a boost from the nation’s humble hot coffee makers. And, according to an economic report by UKHospitality, the sector has the potential to increase its contribution to create half a million new jobs by 2027.<\/p>\n

It’s also now easier than ever to set up a simple store or pop-up with limited equipment – taking payment on your phone using a <\/span>mobile card reader<\/span><\/a>, for example. This means that starting your own café or coffee shop is becoming an increasingly accessible (and affordable) venture.<\/span><\/p>\n

Still, future cafe owners need to be aware that consumer behaviour, and buying habits, have changed. <\/span>Although convenience and cost are still big drivers, brand identity and aesthetic now play a huge part in a customer’s purchase decision – making marketing a crucial consideration for wannabe baristas.<\/span><\/p>\n

Below, we’ll outline exactly what you need to know to take your café or coffee <\/span>shop business plan<\/a> from bean, to cup.[\/vc_column_text]\n<\/p>

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