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discover a hidden gem!

Now presenting: The Botanicum — our experimental botanical takeover running through May 4, 2026. Light shows occur hourly at weekends.

Step Inside The Laboratory

Step into our botanical laboratory.

Inspired by Thomas Edison’s 1920s plant research, The Botanicum transforms our café into an immersive seasonal experience unlike anything else.

Expect the unexpected.

Step Into
The Cooper Union

At the entrance to Edison & Doyle is The Cooper Union. Here you can relax and catch up with friends on smaller bistro tables. We serve speciality coffee and delicious cakes here all day that are also available to takeaway.

Ascend to 
Edison’s Botanical Research Laboratory 

Step into The Botanicum. Inspired by Thomas Edison’s 1920s plant research, our upper level dining area becomes a botanical laboratory this Spring. Inventive drinks, inspired food and an atmosphere unlike anywhere else in Truro.

Ultraviolet processing plant

On the first floor, look out! Doyle’s Library has been taken over by the growing vines and ivy from The Botanicum downstairs. To use Doyle’s Library, simply reach out to hire this private events space.

Secure Your Spot at the Table

Esteemed Visitor,

Allow me to extend a most distinguished invitation to join The Inventors Society, a fellowship created to honour curiosity, creativity, and the joyful pursuit of discovery.

Entry into our esteemed circle is delightfully simple: collect 100 Lightbulbs through the Edison & Doyle loyalty programme. Each Lightbulb is earned every time you enjoy food or drink with us. Once you have amassed your full charge of 100, our vigilant stewards will present you with an official Inventors Society Membership Card, your key to a host of remarkable privileges.

 

I look forward to welcoming you into our ranks and celebrating your triumph in illumination.

Yours in invention

Thomas Edison

P.S. You can find out more and sign up to our loyalty program here.