A GAMING hub at the heart of a town is hoping to do even more for its community with the opening of a new cafe.

In June 2025, Pete’s Games opened its doors in Launceston, a fresh addition to the town’s businesses and for many a space to enjoy some of their more ‘nerdy’ hobbies among a thriving local community.

Pete’s Games is a boardgame and trading card game (TCG) shop based on Southgate Street. Run by Pete Bailey, in its first few months the shop has grown beyond belief building a strong community within the town.

Since its opening, the shop has gone from strength to strength.

Commenting on the shop’s success, a spokesperson from Launceston Chamber of Commerce said: “It’s always encouraging to see new businesses open and flourish in Launceston. Pete’s Games has clearly struck a chord with the community, creating a welcoming space and drawing people into the town centre.

“For the chamber, seeing ventures like this succeed is a real positive – not just for the business itself, but for the wider town. Every new business that thrives adds to the vibrancy of Launceston, increases footfall, and supports the success of other traders. We look forward to seeing Pete’s Games continue to grow as part of the local business community.”

Now, having created a warm and welcoming environment for locals, the store is hoping to expand its reach and continue to offer a safe space for the community.

Pete, alongside his partner Sarah, are hoping to transform the shop’s upstairs space into a cafe which supports residents and local businesses.

Speaking to the Post, the pair explained: “We will be serving comfort food, like cottage pie, chilli, and macaroni cheese, and a special in house made barbecue sauce and aim to make as much of our menu from local food as possible.

“The idea came as our upstairs neighbours moved out, and we felt the space was wasted as offices, and it had a kitchen. With our experience in catering, it was a no brainer to open a café.”

However, the pair have expressed that the space is about more than just serving food, it is also hoping to support those from the local community.

The continued: “On the second floor we will be regularly hosting a new branch of Cornwall Council Kernow Recovery Café, this is a service for people in recovery whether it is from alcohol or drug use, domestic violence and mental health issues along with other vulnerable members of our community where they can access help and advice in a warm and friendly environment by people with lived experience.

“We want the cafe to be a heart of the community with good food and a warm welcome for the whole family, we also have rooms on the second floor available to rent for parties, community events any many other activities.”

With a grand opening pencilled for March 1, the pair have expressed that plans are progressing well though opening times have not yet been confirmed.