Angels Rest Café & Bookshop is more than somewhere to enjoy great coffee, homemade cakes and light lunches. It’s a welcoming community space where everyone is valued and nobody is beyond hope. Based in the heart of Halifax, Angels Rest is a social enterprise that provides excellent food, great customer service and a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.

 

Whether you’re meeting friends, working remotely, looking for a Christian book or gift, or simply taking time out, you’ll always receive a warm welcome. Every purchase helps us create opportunities for people to gain practical hospitality skills, build confidence and develop experience in a real working café.

 

As the enterprise grows, we’ll continue investing in training, mentoring and employment pathways within the hospitality sector.

 

WHAT YOU'LL FIND

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• Fresh barista coffee, teas and refreshments

• Homemade cakes and light lunches

• Christian books, Bibles and gifts.

• A friendly, relaxed atmosphere

• Community events and activities throughout the year

 

TRAINING & OPPORTUNITIES

 

As a social enterprise, Angels Rest is committed to developing people. We provide practical training and real-life experience for those wanting to build skills in hospitality, customer service and café operations, helping prepare them for employment and future opportunities. When you visit Angels Rest, you’re not only enjoying great food and drink—you’re investing in people, developing skills and helping create brighter futures.

 

Everyone is welcome. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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