05/06/2026
☕ MEET THE TEAM — PHIL ☕
As part of our 10th anniversary celebrations, we're introducing some of the wonderful people who help make Inspire Community Cafe such a special place 💚
Phil is a fantastic supporter of the cafe and the creator of something truly special for our community — Lunchtime Live. Every Wednesday, Phil brings people together through a shared love of music, creating a welcoming atmosphere filled with friendship, talent and community spirit. It has become a much-loved part of Inspire and we're incredibly grateful for everything Phil does. He is always friendly, welcoming and willing to help wherever he can 🎶✨
⭐ What’s your role at Inspire?
“I run the Lunchtime Live music event every Wednesday. I organise different solo and duo acoustic acts who perform from 12 noon until 1pm.”
⭐ How long have you been part of the cafe?
“Lunchtime Live started after Covid restrictions were lifted and venues were able to fully reopen. The first event was in September 2021 and featured myself, as I'm a singer-songwriter, musician and performer.
It proved so popular that the café asked me to make it a regular weekly event — and here we are! The event is still going strong and Inspire is virtually full every Wednesday thanks to the fantastic support from our community.”
⭐ What’s your favourite thing on the menu?
“The cooked breakfast. I don't have one too often, but when I do it's always brilliant! Oh... and so are the chips!” 🍳🍟
⭐ Tea or coffee?
“If I'm at home it's usually tea. When I'm out, it's coffee — and the coffee at Inspire is always really good!” ☕
⭐ What are you most proud of as part of the Inspire team?
“Making Lunchtime Live a success with both the public, the performers and the cafe itself. Knowing that I've helped, alongside the rest of the team, create a real sense of community spirit and atmosphere is something I'm very proud of.” ❤️ 🎶
Thank you Phil for bringing music, friendship and community together every week. Lunchtime Live has become a huge part of what makes Inspire so special ☕🎵✨