ABOUT US
Who We Are
We are the team behind Munchies Craft Cat Café & Bar,
Brighton’s first cat café, where our journey began with a simple
idea: creating spaces where people and rescue cats can thrive
together. Since opening Munchies, our work has continued to
grow around one shared belief that thoughtful environments,
community, and care can benefit both humans and animals.
Purrfect Space is the next chapter of that journey. It is a calm,
cat-friendly co-working and event space in Brighton, designed for
people who value peace, focus, and emotional wellbeing, while
also providing a permanent, loving home for rescued cats. The
name PURRFECT Space comes from the gentle sound of a purr,
reflecting the atmosphere we aim to create: cosy, grounding, and
restorative.
Alongside co-working, we host a programme of feel-good events
that centre around calm, creativity, and connection. These
include creative workshops, mindful sessions, gentle movement,
and community gatherings, many of which are designed with
neurodivergent and sensory-sensitive guests in mind. We
prioritise slower pacing, softer environments, and low-pressure
social spaces, believing that when people feel relaxed and safe,
animals do too. Our events are created to support wellbeing for
both humans and cats.
Within Purrfect Space, you will also find our in-house feline
retail shop, a small, carefully curated space supporting local
artists and independent makers. Here, we focus on unique,
thoughtfully selected, cat-inspired items, offering an alternative
to mass-produced retail while celebrating creativity rooted in
compassion.
Our cat-centred work also extends into food. We recently opened
Istanbull Katz, a contemporary Turkish restaurant inspired by
modern Anatolian cuisine. At Istanbull Katz, a percentage of
profits is donated to support street cats in Istanbul, meaning that
every meal enjoyed contributes directly to helping cats in
need.
Across our café, co-working space, events, retail, and restaurant,
everything we do is connected by one purpose: building kinder
spaces where people feel supported, creativity is nurtured, and
cats are cared for with respect and love.
Welcome to Purrfect Space, part of a wider ecosystem built
around calm, community, and cats.
Our Concept
Purrfect Space is a brand-new concept in the UK, created as a
unique blend of flexible co-working, wellbeing-focused events,
and a permanent home for rescue cats. There is currently no
other space like this across the country, and we created it to meet
a growing need for calmer, more compassionate environments
where both people and animals can thrive.
At Purrfect Space, guests can work, study, or create in a serene,
cat-friendly setting, while also taking part in a carefully curated
programme of gentle, feel-good events. Our events include
calming yoga sessions, breathwork, sound baths, creative art
workshops, and quiet, supported live music experiences, all
designed to be soothing rather than stimulating.
Our programme is intentionally low-pressure and inclusive, with
particular care given to neurodivergent and sensory-sensitive
guests. We focus on softness, presence, and emotional safety,
creating experiences that feel grounding and supportive for both
humans and cats.
By bringing together mindful co-working, restorative events, and
rescue-led care under one roof, PURRFECT Space offers a truly
new alternative to conventional co-working and event venues in
the UK, rooted in calm, connection, and kindness.
Coworking Options
We offer full-day, half-day, and bundled passes. Every pass
includes:
● High-speed Wi-Fi
● Unlimited tea and coffee
● A relaxing, quiet work environment
● The company of our resident rescue cats
Rescue & Adoption
All cats at Purrfect Space are rescues, and their welfare always
comes first. Some of our resident cats have been rescued from
Turkey, including cats with disabilities or complex needs. These
cats have been through a great deal and now require long-term
stability, so Purrfect Space is their forever home. They will not
be re-homed, as we believe they deserve a secure, permanent
environment where they can live peacefully for the rest of their
lives.
Alongside our permanent residents, we also work with rescue cats
from the UK. A portion of our space is dedicated to fostering
cats who are eligible for rehoming. These cats stay with us
temporarily, experiencing a calm, home-like environment while
they wait for the right forever family.
If a guest connects with a cat who is available for adoption, they
may apply through an official adoption process. All adoptions are
handled entirely by our partner rescue charity, following UK
welfare standards and procedures. We do not make adoption
decisions ourselves. Our role is to provide a safe, enriched
environment and support the cats until they are placed in
suitable homes.
By combining permanent sanctuary care with responsible
fostering, we are able to help cats who need lifelong safety, while
also supporting the wider rescue community and helping more
cats find loving homes. This approach allows us to care deeply for
individual animals while making a positive impact across our
local community.
Events & Wellbeing Activities
Outside core coworking hours—especially weekends and evenings
—we host wellbeing-focused events such as cat yoga, art therapy,
drawing sessions, sound baths and other calming experiences.
● Events are open to the public with booking.
● Bundle members receive a special discount on event tickets.
● These activities support both our visitors’ wellbeing and our
cats’ socialisation, helping them feel loved, safe and connected.
Private Hire
Our space is available for private hire for suitable small events.
Interested guests can contact us through the website. We review
each request to ensure the event is compatible with the space and
our cats’ wellbeing.
Supporting Neurodiverse Guests
Purrfect Space is designed to be a calm, sensory-aware
environment where neuro-diverse guests can feel comfortable,
respected, and at ease. We understand that everyone experiences
spaces differently, and we aim to remove common pressures often
found in traditional work or social environments.
Our interior is intentionally kept soft and natural, using subtle,
earthy colours and materials that feel grounding rather than
stimulating. Lighting is carefully considered, with warm, gentle
light throughout the space, supported by natural daylight
coming in from our windows. We avoid harsh or overly bright
lighting, creating an atmosphere that feels calm, steady, and easy
on the senses.
We also offer quiet periods and music-free times, and many of
our events and co-working sessions are designed to remain low-
noise and low-stimulation. Clear signage around the space gently
reminds all guests to be mindful of sound levels and to treat one
another with patience and understanding.
There is no expectation of eye contact, conversation, or social
interaction. Guests are welcome to work quietly, take breaks, or
leave the space at any time without explanation. You never need
to ask permission or let anyone know if you need to step out. We
believe autonomy and personal comfort are essential to
wellbeing.
Our team is trained to offer support without drawing attention
or requiring disclosure. No one is asked to label themselves,
explain their needs, or justify their behaviour. The space is built
around acceptance rather than accommodation, allowing people
to simply be themselves.
By creating an environment that values calm, consent, and
emotional safety, we hope Purrfect Space feels genuinely
welcoming to neuro-divergent individuals, sensory-sensitive
guests, and anyone seeking a gentler way to work, connect, or
recharge, alongside our rescue cats.
Accessibility
Purrfect Space aims to be as accessible and welcoming as possible
for disabled guests and those with additional access needs.
Our main co-working space is located on the ground floor
and is fully step-free. This area includes the primary workspace,
seating areas, kitchen facilities, and an accessible toilet, all on
the same level. If needed, we can also provide a portable ramp at
the entrance to support step-free access into the building.
We do have an additional room located on a raised level, accessed
via stairs. Unfortunately, this area is not accessible for
wheelchair users or guests who are unable to use stairs.
However, all essential co-working facilities and many events take
place on the fully accessible ground floor.
If you have any specific access requirements, disabilities, or
additional needs, we kindly ask that you contact us before
booking a co-working session or event. This allows us to make
appropriate arrangements where possible and to ensure we can
support you properly during your visit. While we always do our
best to help on the day, advance notice gives us the best chance to
accommodate your needs.
Our goal is to create a space that feels supportive, respectful, and
comfortable for everyone, and we are always happy to discuss
access needs openly and without judgement.
Our Commitment to Animal Welfare
Animal welfare sits at the heart of everything we do. As a team,
we are deeply committed to providing the highest standard of
care for our rescue cats, both within the UK and beyond.
Purrfect Space operates under an official animal welfare
licence issued by Brighton & Hove City Council. Obtaining
this licence is a rigorous process and involves detailed
assessments, professional inspections, and strict compliance with
UK animal welfare legislation. These inspections are not a one-
off requirement. We are subject to regular ongoing checks, in
line with the same standards applied to registered rescue centres
and shelters.
Every aspect of our cats’ lives is carefully planned and monitored
in accordance with these regulations. This includes their diet and
feeding routines, health and wellbeing checks, veterinary care,
daily enrichment, rest periods, and overall living environment.
From what they eat and how often, to how their days are
structured, everything follows clear welfare guidance and
professional recommendations.
Our space has been thoughtfully designed with the cats’ needs in
mind. This includes dedicated play areas, climbing and exercise
spaces, quiet zones, and secure hiding spots, allowing cats to
choose how they interact with their environment and with
people. Their routines, social interaction, and rest time are
carefully balanced to reduce stress and support long-term
wellbeing.
All welfare practices at Purrfect Space are informed by
experienced animal professionals and carried out in line with UK
legislation and licensing requirements. Our responsibility is not
only to meet these standards, but to uphold them consistently,
transparently, and with genuine care.
By operating fully within the regulatory framework and
prioritising the physical and emotional wellbeing of every cat, we
aim to provide a safe, respectful, and loving environment where
rescue cats can truly thrive.
How It Works & House Rules
Our Ongoing Mission
Purrfect Space is first and foremost a co-working and wellbeing
space, designed to support focus, calm, and routine, for both
people and cats. The presence of cats is intentional and
enriching, but it is not the primary activity. These guidelines exist
to protect the wellbeing of our resident cats and to ensure a
respectful environment for everyone sharing the space.
House Rules for Co-Working Space
A space for work, not a cat café
Purrfect Space is a working environment. Guests are expected to
attend with the intention of working, studying, or creating,
just as they would in any other co-working space. This is not a
playground or a social cat café. If you are looking for a more
playful or social experience with cats, we recommend visiting a
cat café instead.
Cats may be present around you while you work, and their calm
presence is part of the experience, but guests should not attend
with the intention of spending extended time playing with or
interacting with the cats.
Respect shared focus
Please remain mindful of other guests. Excessive interaction with
cats during working hours can be disruptive to both people and
animals. Brief, gentle interactions are fine if a cat approaches you,
but stopping work to actively play with cats is not permitted
outside designated relaxed periods.
If a guest is repeatedly disturbing others or the cats, our team
may step in and, if necessary, ask the guest to leave. This is to
protect the shared working environment and the wellbeing of our
animals.
Gentle interaction, always on the cats’ terms
We never force cats to interact. Guests may only interact with a
cat if the cat chooses to approach them. Please do not call,
follow, pick up, or wake sleeping cats. If a cat settles near you,
gentle strokes are welcome as long as the cat appears relaxed and
content.
Cats live here. Their need for rest, boundaries, and personal space
must always be respected.
Designated relaxed break periods
We understand that everyone needs breaks, and guests are free to
step away from work at any time. However, we offer specific
relaxed periods called ‘’Soft Hours’’ during the day when
interaction with cats is more welcome, provided it remains calm
and gentle.
These periods are intended for quiet enjoyment, not energetic
play, and guests should still remain mindful that others may
continue working.
Soft Hours time slots:
Morning: 9:00 – 9:30
Midday: 12:00 – 13:00
Afternoon: 16:30 – 17:00
Outside these periods, interaction with cats should remain
minimal.
Hygiene and safety
Please wash your hands upon arrival, especially as you will be
sharing space with animals. Hand sanitiser is provided
throughout the space.
Do not feed cats under any circumstances. All food and treats are
controlled by our team for health and welfare reasons.
Occasionally, we may offer staff-led treat days. If you are given a
treat on arrival, you may offer it during designated relaxed
periods only. Treat days are chosen by our team and cannot be
requested.
Voices and atmosphere
Please keep voices low at all times. This is a quiet working space.
Loud conversations, phone calls, or sudden noises can be stressful
for both cats and people.
House Rules for Events
Our events are designed to be calming, restorative, and low-
stimulation, for both guests and cats. This includes gentle yoga,
breathwork, sound baths, creative workshops, and quiet live
music.
Focus on the event first
When attending an event, guests are expected to focus on the
instructor and the session. Cats may be present in the space,
but they are not the focus during the event itself. Please do not
actively seek interaction with cats while the session is in progress.
If a cat approaches you naturally, enjoy the moment quietly and
gently, without disrupting the event or other participants.
Hand hygiene
Please wash or sanitise your hands on arrival and again before
any designated post-event cat interaction time. This helps keep
our cats healthy and comfortable.
Post-event cat time
Some events will include a short, designated calm interaction
period after the session, where guests may spend a little more
time with the cats, always on the cats’ terms and under the same
gentle rules as co-working hours.
Even after events, please:
Keep voices low
Never wake sleeping cats
Never follow or corner a cat
Never feed cats
Respect and safety
All events are intentionally calm and supportive. Any behaviour
that disrupts the session, other guests, or the cats may result in a
guest being asked to leave. This applies equally during and after
events.
More detailed, event-specific house rules will be shared with you
after booking.
A shared responsibility
When cats feel safe and respected, everyone benefits.
When the space remains calm, it supports focus, wellbeing, and
community.
Thank you for helping us protect the animals who call this place
home, and for respecting Purrfect Space as the calm working and
wellbeing environment it is meant to be.
Across all our ventures, our dedication remains the same: to
create meaningful, ethical and sustainable ways to support cats in
need around the world. Every project we take on is shaped by the
same principle—doing what we can, wherever we can, to improve
the lives of animals who cannot advocate for themselves.