Lana’s Café

A community hub for work experience and inclusion

Lana’s Café is more than just a café – it’s a friendly and inclusive space where adults with additional needs can gain valuable work experience in a supportive environment.


Run by Vale People First, we provide work placements, job training, and welcoming community for everyone.

Work Placement & Opportunities

We offer three-month work placements for adults with additional needs, helping them develop essential skills that they can carry forward to future job opportunities. These placements have been incredibly popular, with a waiting list of eager participants.

What we learn

Social and communication skills.

How to use workplace equipment (till, coffee machine, cooker).

Confidence and teamwork in a customer-facing environment.

Certificate

At the end of their placement, volunteers receive a certificate of completion recognising their hard work and achievements. Many of our past volunteers have shared how much they enjoyed their time at Lana’s Café and have even re-joined the waiting list for another opportunity.

YYD Pupils

We offer weekly work experience slots for Ysgol Y Deri pupils, providing them with early exposure to valuable job skills.


Why visit Lana’s Cafe?

A Café for Everyone

Lana’s Cafe is located at the Bridge Between Community Centre.

We are open Wednesday to Friday 10am to 2pm.

Fully accessible

We have wheelchair-friendly spaces and a changing place with a hoist.

Welcoming atmosphere

Our staff and volunteers create a warm, friendly environment where everyone feels like family.

Delicious & affordable

Enjoy a great meal while supporting a meaningful cause.

Wild garden

Relax in our beautiful, natural setting as part of your visit.