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Coffee shop - carla (24th Jul 2013  13:29:43) Hi I am a resident of Bramshott and since living here would love a place to go for an early morning coffee(not starbucks at the old thorns) I am thinking of setting up a coffe shop to cater for early morning commuters, local groups to sit and have a coffee or just the mums out there who want a good old chat after doing the school run. and a few other ideas. Would this be something people would want. any feedback would be much appreciated. I understand Daisy's tea room is in the village but my idea would not be competition as our focus would be beverages and takeaway lunch for children/ workers

Re: Coffee shop - liz (24th Jul 2013  14:19:04) Ignoring the big corporates (i.e. Sainsburys) you will be in competition with Daisy's, Shankly's, the bakers and the mobile coffee stall at Liphook Station. But if you like a challenge - good luck!

Re: Coffee shop - nb (24th Jul 2013  15:09:55) Hi, I'm a mum new to the area and would love somewhere where i could meet up with the other mums. I think a place with parking would be great and a door wide enough to fit double buggys please! If you do decide to go for it, I wish you the very best of luck!

Re: Coffee shop - L (24th Jul 2013  15:48:46) Go for it! Fantastic idea! There isn't anywhere really that you can go and sit with friends apart from daisy's (which I've never used). Sainsbury's is ok but simply because there is no competition. I think you would and could achieve a roaring trade. Look at the amount of coffee shops in haslemere. Barista for example do NCT groups for mums with little ones, and with my children at school I'd love to have somewhere to go with mummy friends. Really good luck!

Re: Coffee shop - h (24th Jul 2013  17:59:14) did you have premises in mind? parking is an issue and somewhere with enough space to sit outside on a nice day would be good!

Re: Coffee shop - J (24th Jul 2013  19:22:22) PLEASE try this! I moved from Haslemere to Liphook 2yrs ago and do miss being able to walk and meet friends for a coffee. Love Daisy\\\'s but it does close quite early and bit small to meet a bunch of friends. Always thought Carpet Baggers would make a great coffee shop.. Parking, space to accommodate all clientele. I think Liphook is crying out for such a place and I would def support, as I know many of my friends here would too. Good luck!

Re: Coffee shop - Carla (24th Jul 2013  20:13:47) Thank you all for your feedback. This is something that I am definately looking into, hopefully sooner rather than later. H - good point about the outside seating area which would be a bonus but not sure of any premises in Liphook that could offer that, but I will look into this. I have taken all you points onboard and thank you again you have given me a challenge to taken on

Re: Coffee shop - Basil & Denise Briolas (24th Jul 2013  20:14:06) Hi A coffee shop would be really great.One with character and style.Perhaps Parisian chairs and tables lined on a terrace/walkway. Good European coffee's and delicious cakes etc. We will support this idea. Kind Regards Basil and Denise Briolas

Re: Coffee shop - Steve (24th Jul 2013  21:32:51) Hi daisy's cafe is up for sale U could take that on

Re: Coffee shop - Simon (25th Jul 2013  08:47:26) Might be worth catching up with the other discussion on Talkback about empty shop premises in Liphook - see if there's any common interest with the people looking into that.

Re: Coffee shop - Susie (25th Jul 2013  10:08:46) A coffee shop that also sold cakes from the bakery! Yum. I don't think Shankleys would be very happy at that though if it was in the same area of the village. I love the idea of a community shop I'd help out.

Re: Coffee shop - Kat (25th Jul 2013  11:33:22) The other half and I have talked about this quite a lot. My daughter is a keen baker and hopes to work in patisserie and confectionery when she's older (at 15, a perfect candidate as a part time waitress for you??) Shankleys do the best breakfast and I've never stopped at Daisy's but we were talking about somewhere for mums after the school runs to take their pre-school kids, with comfy sofas and a little toy area etc. pipe dream for us, but hopefully a reality for you.

Re: Coffee shop - P Weyland (25th Jul 2013  13:44:03) Growing up in Liphook in the 80's I, and no doubt others on here, remember a cafe down near the station called Shucks. This was popular with people who wanted to drop in for a chat during the day. Shucks used to open until 10pm during the evening which also made it popular with the kids who didn't necessarily want the cliché of a youth club but wanted to socialise with their mates. They did a very good trade and as a business model I could see this working.

Re: Coffee shop - Sarah (25th Jul 2013  18:36:09) The Cookie Bar in Hindhead is a fantastic place to get inspiration from - its beautiful inside and has a simple menu that is fantastically executed (obviously the cookies are amazing too!). Go take a look and have a cuppa! I wish there were one in Liphook :) The other thing I would ask is that you stick to your opening times... there have been a number of times I've wanted to pop into Daisy's at the weekend for lunch but its shut even though its still within the advertised hours. I have to say I don't even bother trying now and will head to Starbucks instead. Somewhere open in the evening might also be a plus especially for younger people who might not have anywhere to hang out. You could also offer it to societies/clubs as a meeting place if they eat/drink there! Good luck and if you do open, I'll pop in for a drink.

Re: Coffee shop - Carla (25th Jul 2013  22:42:38) Thank you all so much for your feedback, this has definitely turned from a what if to a reality and I will be looking into this in great depth. When this happens please come and say hi and let me thank you all for taking the time to respond. My opening time will be stated and remain that so you can guarantee I'll always be there. 20 years in customer service I understand what a customer wants and need to listen

Re: Coffee shop - Karen (26th Jul 2013  00:19:27) Hi I think this is a brilliant idea and if you wanted to furnish in shabby chic/ French rustic check me out on Facebook and view my albumn Wraggs-to-Riches. Good luck with your venture!

Re: Coffee shop - Becks (26th Jul 2013  07:59:51) I think this is a wonderful idea and wish you all the very best with it. As the deputy manager of one of the village nursery schools I'm sure the Mums would welcome somewhere to meet up. On a personal note, however, it would be fantastic if it was wheelchair accessible as my Dad is in a wheelchair and unable to get in to Shankleys or Daisy's. It would be fab to have somewhere to have a cuppa and a piece of cake together. Best of luck

Re: Coffee shop - Tim (31st Aug 2013  09:48:30) Mums!! What about us Dads! We too are caffeine junkies! I would certainly support this! I often have my little one early mornings and would love to find somewhere to sit and have a chat (gurgle) with my son over a cup a joe! Excellent idea!

Re: Coffee shop - JKB (31st Aug 2013  12:07:31) Britain has yet to have its real coffee epiphany like many other countries. A quality coffee shop is a mecca for many people. I cannot commend the idea enough. I can think of many people locally who would come through your doors. As a trained barista and coffee roaster myself though, quality is the key! If you want any help on those fronts, let me know!

Re: Coffee shop - Sarah (1st Sep 2013  08:48:19) Hi, Likes many on here have said, I too have thought this would be a good idea and did look into it quite seriously for a while, but I have started a pottery painting studio instead and couldn\'t do both. I think Liphook needs some new businesses as it is a thriving village and we all have to travel to Haslemere or Starbucks when it would be brilliant if we had somewhere to walk to. I personally like shankleys and Daisy\'s seems nice too but are very different types of establishments to the one you are describing and clearly what people in village would like to see. Remember it is not just Liphook but the small hamlets surrounding it I.e Passfield, Rake etc. I am happy to help you out in anyway I can so please email sarah@paintpotsandparties.com if I can be of any assistance or you would like to talk through any ideas or for moral support!! Good luck!

Re: Coffee shop (Daisy's) - Michelle cox (15th Sep 2013  07:36:45) Hello Everyone I am taking over Daisy's today and will be closed next week opening on the 23rd but want everyone to know that it is going to be open all the time no Radom days of closing. Monday - Saturday 9-4 but looking to extend my hours as I can see that is important to everyone and I want what you want. About the parking I no it's not ideal but there are places to park very close and it's worth the walk for some delicious food :). Also I would be looking to open as a bistro 1 day a month maybe more if this is something people would be interested in ??? I want to know what you want and how I can make this business better so pleas get in contact with me. Michelle Cox Email - daisystearoom@gmail.com Mobile - 07823338901 ( text welcome too )

Re: Coffee shop - Nadine (17th Sep 2013  00:28:54) We would be interested in lunch deliveries...if that's in your plan? Also would be interested in takeaway dinners.... It may be too soon for you to decide - but if enough people are interested, you may consider branching out. Best of luck with your new business. Nx

Re: Coffee shop - Michelle cox (24th Sep 2013  22:02:18) Hello Yes we will be doing lunch orders :) if you pop in we can give you a menu and a minimum order depending where you are. Thank you for the feed back.

Re: Coffee shop - anon (25th Sep 2013  15:48:18) the main point is the early morning school run issue. Hanging around from 8:30amdop off to wait for the shop to open is not viable. Dont want to sit in asuptermatket or a greasy spoon - so still no opportunity for school run mums in the morning.

Re: Coffee shop - iwik61 (25th Sep 2013  18:56:36) Let the kids walk ,have coffee at home ,cut down on congestion and let the new owner have a lie in ,win ,win all around.Good luck to the new bussiness owner.

Re: Coffee shop - CS (27th Sep 2013  08:03:40) Hi Carla, Any more plans to open your coffee shop in Liphook?

Re: Coffee shop - Katy B (27th Sep 2013  10:53:28) Just popped in to the new Daisy's for a coffee. Love the new look and glad you have got rid of the clutter! Just had a capuccino but very tasty. The cafe opens at 8.00am so you won't have to hang around after the school drop off. Give it a try as the breakfasts sound great.

Re: Coffee shop - Carla (29th Sep 2013  00:06:52) Hi Cs Yes the plans are still underway, watch this space :)

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