The UK's Best Cat Cafes

What better way to spend an afternoon than enjoying great coffee and tasty food in the company of some new furry friends? Launched in Taiwan in 1998, the cat café craze spread to Japan and then the rest of the world. Despite only being a relatively recent addition to the UK high street, cat cafés are now hugely popular and new venues are popping up all over the country.

The UK’s Best Cat Coffee Shops – Find One Near You

Looking for a feline fix? A cat coffee shop is the purr-fect option for you for your next day out.

Packed with lots of friendly felines and bursting with fluffy cuteness, find out about the UK’s best cat cafés and start planning your next visit.

Lady Dinah’s Cat Emporium

To start you off on your tour of the UK’s feline friendly venues, we’ll take you to the very first cat café in London (and the UK) – Lady Dinah’s Cat Emporium. This quaint vintage-style café combines delicious meals with the soothing company of their many lovely cats. After you’ve spent some time getting to know the four-legged inhabitants, head to the gift shop to take away a memento of your visit.

Photo courtesy of Lady Dinah's

Cat Café – Manchester

If you’re heading further North, this cat café in Manchester has created a stress-free haven – the perfect place for you to meet their furry friends. They’ve created a relaxing escape where you can chill out and kick back with some good food and curious cats. Before you go to the café, head to their website to book in and meet the family - they have cute kitty profiles for you to explore before you head to the café.

Kitty Café

With branches in Birmingham, Leeds, Leicester and Nottingham, the Kitty Café has been a very popular venue for cat lovers. These cat coffee shops double up as a cat rescue services too. They aim to keep their feline family healthy and happy, whilst trying to find a forever home for the other cats in the café. At the Kitty Café, you can enjoy coffee, food and cakes whilst also donating to a deserving cat cause.

Perfect for cat lovers, coffee enthusiasts and those looking for a relaxing break in a coffee shop with a difference, it’s little wonder cat cafes are so popular. Find the best one near you and head out for a drink and some food with your favourite felines.

Maison de Moggy - Edinburgh

Maison de Moggy is an immensely popular cat cafe nestled in the heart of Edinburgh. This charming cafe prioritizes comfort and relaxation, providing visitors with the perfect setting to unwind with a delightful cup of coffee or tea while enjoying the playful and affectionate company of their resident cats.

If you're interested in experiencing this oasis of feline charm, be sure to visit their website to book a slot and secure your chance to bask in the cozy atmosphere and the delightful antics of their adorable feline residents.

Tabby Teas - Sheffield

Tabby Teas in Sheffield is a delightful cat cafe that provides a warm and inviting environment for cat lovers. This cosy establishment offers an array of hot and cold beverages alongside delectable sweet treats. Guests can relish quality time with resident cats, all of which are adoptable from a local rescue.

Due to high demand, booking in advance is recommended to secure a spot. Who could have guessed that cat cafes would be so popular? Whether you're a local or just passing through, Tabby Teas is definitely worth visiting for a purr-fectly enjoyable experience.

Shakespaw Cat Cafe - Stratford-upon-Avon

Shakespaw Cat Cafe is a charming and cosy establishment for cat and afternoon tea lovers, located in the birth city of the great William Shakespeare! The cafe works closely with Peppers Pet Rescue to offer a supportive environment for needy kitties, providing them with a safe home and the opportunity to socialize. Together, they provide a unique experience that goes beyond just enjoying afternoon tea and the company of adorable feline companions.

As you step through the doors, you are not only greeted by a delightful combination of vintage charm and lovable cats, but you are also contributing to a cause that helps these vulnerable animals.

MEOW Cat Cafe - Essex

MEOW Cat Cafe Essex provides a charming sanctuary where cat lovers can enjoy excellent coffee while surrounded by adorable feline friends. The cafe is known for its cosy ambiance, locally sourced treats, and the opportunity to meet and potentially adopt rescue cats.

As the first cat cafe in Essex to actively re-home rescue cats, the cafe is committed to offering a heartwarming experience while addressing the need for loving homes for feline companions. Visitors are encouraged to spend quality time with the adoptable cats and perhaps find their perfect forever friend.

Cate Café - Bedford

The Bedford Cat Café is Bedford's first and only cat café, offering a relaxing environment to enjoy a book, a hot drink, and freshly prepared food while cuddling with one of the lovely cats in their care. All the cats at the café are rescued by their partner organization, Peterborough Cat Rescue, including some with disabilities and additional needs. Through this partnership, the café is able to provide homes to cats that desperately need them.

Canterbury Tails Cat Cafe - Kent

Nestled in the heart of Canterbury, Kent, Canterbury Tails is the UK's largest cat café, boasting a feline family of 27 adorable cats ready to charm visitors with their playful personalities. The café offers a unique experience that combines mental well-being with a delectable selection of food and beverages.

Guests can indulge in a fur-midable combination of coffee, cake, and cats while immersing themselves in the historic charm of Canterbury. Canterbury Tails offers a delightful experience in a charming setting, perfect for enjoying the company of cats, "where every meow-ment is a treat!".

Finnegan’s Whiskers Cat Cafe - Sudbury

Finnegan’s Whiskers Cat Cafe in Sudbury town centre, Suffolk, offers a nurturing environment for needy cats. Collaborating with Mel’s Rescue and individuals needing to surrender their pets, the café provides a temporary or permanent home for its feline residents.

The café aims to promote pet therapy, giving solace and distraction from everyday stressors. Visitors can delight in homemade treats and drinks while contributing to the welfare of the cats. With an ambience that welcomes cat enthusiasts, Finnegan’s Whiskers aspires to unite a community of feline lovers.

The Cat House - Norwich

The Cat House in Norwich is a unique Cat Lounge and Arts Centre that hosts daily cat-themed workshops, clubs, and events. It is a paradise for cat lovers, offering the opportunity to cuddle with their rescue cats. The cats at The Cat House are permanent residents and not available for rehoming, but the centre assists local individuals in finding homes for their cats.

Similar to a cat café, they offer quality drinks and sweet treats, creating a welcoming space for cat enthusiasts. Visitors can look forward to a warm and enjoyable experience at The Cat House.

Java Whiskers Cat Café Marylebone - London

Java Whiskers, a renowned London cat café and Europe's sole cat café with a Kitten Lounge, stands out among the myriad cafes in London. This unique London cat spot provides a cozy haven in the heart of the city, where visitors can enjoy freshly brewed coffee in the company of adorable felines. It's the perfect place for anyone looking for cafes in London that are cool for cats.

Java Whiskers doubles as a foster home, striving to find permanent loving homes for its resident cats. This London cat café blends favourite brews and pastries with the delightful antics of its whiskered residents, creating a one-of-a-kind experience for cat lovers in London.

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