Connection Cafe to combat self-isolation and loneliness opens today

50p of each coffee sold will go towards Ed Space 

A cafe in Douglas will be opening its doors for two hours every week to help people tackle loneliness and isolation. 

Connection Cafe will launch at Gourmet Shakes N Snacks on Windsor Road from today (7 January) and will allow people to either enjoy a cup of coffee in silence or in a group.

"There's no labels, no pressure. Nothing like that. It's literally just for anyone can come along"

For every cup sold, 50p will be donated to Ed Space, a charity that encourages open and honest speaking about one's feelings. 

Tim Brogan, who has had his business for 20 years, says he has noticed the change over the years: 

He has also designed two plaques which will be placed on the tables:

• Red: means you’ve popped in for some quiet time — no pressure, no expectations.