A LOCAL mother and daughter duo, Jo and Gemma, are set to open a new café in Crediton on Wednesday, May 1.

Dive In Café will be located within the Lords Meadow Leisure Centre, and will provide visitors with a range of quality food and drink.

Jo and Gemma both share a passion for great coffee and local produce.

With more than a decade of experience in the café industry between them, they bring a unique blend of creativity and expertise to the venture.

Jo, said: “The Dive In team are looking forward to making a big splash with our quality coffee and selection of local cakes and food. We are an independent café in Lords Meadow Leisure Centre, and we are very excited to be opening soon.”

Gemma, added: “We will be serving breakfast, brunch and lunch including jacket potatoes, sandwiches, pastries and cakes.

“We will be partnering up with Crediton Coffee Company to serve you the very best in locally roasted coffee. Our aim is to use local produce to support our wonderful independent businesses wherever possible.”

To help celebrate this new exciting combination of health and fitness, local businesses and the local community, a 10 per cent discount will be offered throughout the day.

Recently installed spin bikes and cardio equipment upgrades will also feature during the opening day, allowing visitors the opportunity to try out Mid Devon Leisure's new top of the range equipment.

Councillor David Wulff, Cabinet Member for Community and Leisure, said: "It will be great to be part of the opening of the new café, and experience for myself what it has to offer.

“Jo and Gemma have created a space where people can come together, enjoy delicious food and drinks, and feel good about supporting local businesses.

“Everyone is welcome to dive in and enjoy the convenience of this on-site café whether you’ve just finished a workout, waiting to collect your children from a swimming lesson or having a catch up with friends."

Dive In Café will be open from 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday, and 9am to 1pm on Saturdays.