Proper Coffee
★ EverydayLast reviewed May 2026

Ark Music, Coffee and BitesCanterbury

"Ten minutes south of the centre on Oaten Hill, where coffee leads and cardamom buns close the argument."

5.0★★★★★(132)
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What we love

  • Coffee-forward identity, not a food venue with coffee on the side
  • Cardamom buns, Swedish cinnamon buns, almond croissants on the counter
  • Local art on the walls, record players for sale

Location

25-26 Oaten Hill, Canterbury CT1 3HZ, UK

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