Indy Coffee Guide: England South No.9

The Ultimate Speciality Coffee Guide to the South of England - we feature!

Discover 188 unmissable coffee experiences from Cornwall to Kent, carefully mapped by route and neighbourhood and verified by industry experts every 18 months.

This beautifully curated guide is your passport to the very best of the South’s speciality coffee scene. Inside, you’ll find 188 independently owned coffee shops, cafés and roasteries, all cherry-picked for their exceptional brews, unique spaces and passion for quality coffee.

Say goodbye to disappointing coffees. Each listing includes detailed insights into the beans used, food offerings, brew methods, equipment, opening hours and whether locations are part of a small multi-site family. Clear maps make it easy to plan coffee-fuelled road trips or explore neighbourhood gems wherever you are.

From laid-back indie hangouts to dynamic spaces that combine brew bars with vinyl stores, lifestyle shops, saunas, yoga studios, bakeries and wine bars, every venue has its own story. Expect everything from beautifully designed interiors to standout baristas, next-level food offerings and even a café with its own skate bowl.

What unites them all is a shared commitment to speciality-grade coffee. The guide also shines a light on the roasteries behind the beans, highlighting where you can go behind the scenes for roastery tours and tastings.

Whether you’re a dedicated coffee lover, a weekend explorer or planning your next adventure across the South, this guide ensures you’ll never have a bad coffee again.