Independent run coffee shop goes above and beyond to make everyone feel welcome

Brix is a coffee shop based in Kirk Sandall, they serve delicious drinks and food but also fundraise for the LGBTQIA+ community.

But also host a variety of events to welcome people from all walks of life. Alongside there quiz nights they also host open mic nights to support emerging artists to professionally showcase their talent and fundraising nights which most recently have been for Doncaster Pride

This year they hosted after dark fundraisers for Doncaster Pride, there were live vocals, drag performers and musical quizzes.

We spoke to barista Louis Smith from Wheatley about why supporting theLGBTQIA+ community is so important at Brix.

Louis, 22, said: “One of our owners is a gay man and I myself am a gay man so it is important to us that Doncaster Pride goes ahead.

“Pride celebrates people no matter who they love and it brings everyone together.”

Brix is passionate about being an inclusive space where everyone feels safe and welcome.

“The political climate is really crazy right now,” he continued.

“People just can’t seem to meet in the middle so it is important for events like Pride to help intergrade those with different sexual orientations and gender identities.”

Louis describes the staff at Brix as a family who are supportive and committed to making everyone feel included.

“We will always do a little extra for people,” Louis said.

“The quality of the coffee is the best, every latte has a sprinkle of chocolate or cinnamon on it.

“I personally love the chicken burger and the breakfast tacos.

“All of our food is beautifully plated with flowers but we don’t take ourselves too seriously at all.

“We love to have a laugh and a joke, the staff are all happy to be working here.”

As well as being a coffee shop during the day Brix hosts events such as open mic nights and quiz’s once a month.

They host a run club who meet weekly for a 5k route.

There is a bottom less brunch every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from £35 a person.

It is dog friendly and they pick a dog of the week on their social media once a week.

The business also offers catering and events with basic packages starting at £8.95 per person.

Brix is passionate about ensuring everyone feels welcome and fundraising to support local charities, look out for who else they will be supporting in the future

If you are interested in Brix you can follow them on Instagram here or visit their website here or email them [email protected]