So Much More than Food
A welcoming space offering healthy meals, training opportunities, and community connection – powered by LJAG.
About The Platform Cafe
A Café with Purpose
The Platform Café is a welcoming space in the heart of Loughborough Junction. It serves healthy, nutritious food while fostering connection and opportunity. Established in 2015 as an offshoot of Loughborough Farm, the café turns freshly picked seasonal produce and surplus donations into homemade lunches that nourish the community.
More than just a café, it’s a social enterprise with a mission to give back. All income is reinvested into impactful initiatives, including community events, workshops, outreach programmes, volunteer opportunities, and training placements for local young people facing barriers to employment. Emergency food provisions further reflect its commitment to supporting those in need.
Housed in what was once a derelict public toilet in Wyck Gardens, the café is a shining example of transforming unused spaces into community assets, creating a hub where everyone feels at home.
Get Involved
There are many ways you can support us in continuing to build a stronger, greener community—volunteer, become a member, or donate to help sustain our projects and impact.
Volunteer
Make a difference in your community by giving your time and skills. From gardening to supporting play schemes, there’s a role for everyone.
Become a Member
Join our community and shape the future of Loughborough Junction. Membership connects you to our work and exclusive updates.
Donate
Support our projects and help create a greener, healthier, and more connected area. Every contribution makes an impact.