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Café INDIE

Café INDIE is a community café and youth-led arts venue offering fresh food, live music and support for young people through volunteer programs, creativity and social impact.

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By day, Café INDIE is a welcoming café run by our youth work team and dedicated young volunteers. We serve freshly prepared food in a relaxed setting, providing a space where community groups, friends and families come together. By evening, the café transforms into an intimate arts venue, hosting live music, poetry nights and exhibitions.

At our core, we are a youth work project. We run a range of programmes for young people, including volunteering opportunities, music development, youth clubs, drop-in sessions and tailored support. Our mission is to empower and uplift through creative engagement and skill-building.

We never forget our purpose — supporting young people is why we exist. The person serving you is likely a volunteer gaining valuable experience, so please show kindness and encouragement. Upstairs, you’ll find a dedicated space for youth work and creativity — an incubator for ideas, growth and progression. Café INDIE isn’t about a genre, it’s about independence.

Fresh food, quality drinks, relaxed vibes

Every dish is made fresh on-site with attention to quality. We aim to deliver great food and drink in an atmosphere that invites you to unwind and connect.

A not-for-profit community project

We provide work experience, training and youth support for ages 16–25. Our volunteer-led model helps young people build skills, confidence and career prospects. In fact, over 60% go on to paid work. We also run daily drop-ins for ages 13–18 and collaborate with local groups to tackle social issues — serving as a springboard for community development.

Live music and cultural events

From local talent to international acts, our event calendar features original live music across all genres. We’re known for our electric yet respectful crowds, making Café INDIE one of Scunthorpe’s top spots for live entertainment. We also host poetry, visual arts, and social gatherings that celebrate creativity and inclusion.

Hire our space

Café INDIE is available to hire for special occasions and private events at affordable rates. Reach out for booking information and pricing.

Opening hours

Our hours may vary during events or gigs. For the latest updates and upcoming performances, please check our website or follow us on Facebook.

Contact details

Café INDIE, 169-173 High Street, Scunthorpe DN15 6EH
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Events at Café INDIE...

Lively group of adults gathered around a rustic wooden table in a cozy café, sharing stories and hearty laughter over steaming cups of coffee, one person gesturing animatedly while telling a story, others leaning in with engaged expressions, comfortable armchairs and soft lighting creating a warm atmosphere, with sunlight streaming through large windows highlighting the genuine camaraderie of the moment
Café INDIE

Sling Library

next on 6 November 2026
time 11:00 - 13:00
schedule repeating

A Sling Library session for support with babywearing and hire slings and wraps. Please note Fun Forest sessions may not run in school holidays...
Lively group of adults gathered around a rustic wooden table in a cozy café, sharing stories and hearty laughter over steaming cups of coffee, one person gesturing animatedly while telling a story, others leaning in with engaged expressions, comfortable armchairs and soft lighting creating a warm atmosphere, with sunlight streaming through large windows highlighting the genuine camaraderie of the moment
Café INDIE

Poetry

next on 19 November 2026
time 18:30 - 21:30
schedule repeating

Speak Out Scunny is a spoken word open mic night which takes place at Café INDIE, usually on the third Thursday of the month.

Café INDIE gallery...

Close-up of the Café INDIE sign mounted on a brick wall, featuring bold white lettering on a black background—representing the creative, community-driven atmosphere of this independent café and arts venue in Scunthorpe.
Close-up of the “Welcome to Café INDIE” sign displayed on a rustic brick wall, featuring bold white text on a black background—reflecting the inviting and creative spirit of this independent café and community arts venue in Scunthorpe.

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