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Home Community Café

Sarah-Clare Conlon, Literature Editor
Home Community Cafe

Independent, volunteer-run, and super family-friendly cafe in Didsbury serving cakes and proper coffee.

Emmanuel Church 6 Barlow Moor RoadDidsburyM20 6TR View map
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Opening Hours

  • Monday10:30am - 5:30pm
  • Tuesday10:30am - 5:30pm
  • Wednesday10:30am - 5:30pm
  • Thursday10:30am - 5:30pm
  • Friday10:30am - 5:30pm

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

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