Two community-focused businesses in Camborne are going from strength to strength.
The first, formerly Scallywags Coffee Shop and now known as Tinners Café & Kitchen on Trelowarren Street, has been refurbished and rebranded to reflect Camborne’s tin mining heritage.
Owner Steven McLean bought the business in December 2024 and says he is pleased with the number of people who visit on a regular basis.
“We’re particularly well-known for our breakfasts and are getting great reviews and compliments,” he said. “Camborne has a close-knit community and benefits from smaller independent businesses that are personal and more friendly.
“We’ve got 25 covers and have created a hub for locals and visitors that is appreciated for good food and coffee – so much so that we’re now opening on Sundays.”
Brodie Maguire and Kezzy Barr launched Analogue Rebellion TCG in June this year. Located in Cross Street, Camborne, the couple couldn’t be happier with how their new venture is going.
Describing it as a place “for geeks of all persuasions” to “nerd out”, Analogue Rebellion offers trading card games, vintage games, books and comics, indie records, music gear and a cost effective hot and cold drinks menu.
“We wanted to create somewhere for people to hangout that wasn’t a pub,” said Kezzy, who grew up in Camborne. “It’s like a cool living room where you’re welcome to relax, chat or play games.
“The digital world can be lonely, so this is a space that combines our individual interests. We honestly couldn’t have imagined the business going any better than it is.”
“We get visitors from all over Cornwall,” said Brodie, who grew up in Mullion and is a guitarist with the Mother Vulture band. “There’s no pressure to spend money – you can use the gaming room for free, borrow books, make new friends or just chill out and read.
“Analogue Rebellion isn’t about profit. We have to make ends meet of course but, most importantly, we’re building a community and that means a lot to us.”
BID Camborne manager Anna Pascoe welcomed the ongoing success of both businesses.
“They’re part of a growing high street trend towards food, service, leisure and community outlets, rather than traditional shop and buy models,” she said.
“Businesses thrive if they give people what they want at a price they can afford and Analogue Rebellion and Tinners Café & Kitchen are successfully doing just that.”
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