Mum-of-two to open 'dream' café in Lanchester next month

Pip is the brainchild of Philippa Redmond who said it is her "dream" to open the Lanchester venue.

Philippa, of Consett, has spent the last ten years working in hospitality with almost six years in café management.

She is now preparing to open Pip this August - with an official opening date to be announced.

She said: "To open my own café is a dream I’ve had for as long as I can remember, I’ve just never had the confidence to do it. I decided that I want to do it for myself.

Philippa Redmond who is opening her dream cafe. (Image: PHILIPPA REDMOND)

"I’ve decided to take the plunge and just go for it."

Visitors can find the café on Percy Street in the former Serendipity Cafe.

The location of the new cafe. (Image: GOOGLE MAPS)

Mum-of-two Philippa announced her new venture on social media earlier this month.

She said: "We are working extremely hard to create a warm, independent speciality coffee shop in the heart of Lanchester village.

"Think quality coffee, delicious cakes, breakfast, and lunch all served in a cosy and welcoming space for all to enjoy."

Renovations are underway to welcome customers next month. (Image: PHILIPPA REDMOND)

Residents were quick to wish her luck on social media.

One said: "Wishing you the best of luck on your new adventure. I know we will certainly be down to visit."

The café will offer speciality coffee and a small but tasty menu.

Philippa said: "I think we’ll be the only coffee shop in the village that’s like this.

"We’ll be serving quality coffee from a local supplier.

"Our theme will be rustic, with wood and sage greens.

"I want to create something that’s a little different to the rest of the coffee shops out there at the moment."

Philippa said that the response from locals has been positive. She said: "We’re there everyday working to get it ready and loads of people pop their head in and have a look and say how pleased they are that we’re going to be opening."

The café will open six days a week.