Costa
It would be rude not to start with the nation’s firm favourite. The company understand the importance of Project Waterfall’s campaign, making them a proud sponsor of UK Coffee Week. Using their own Costa Foundation, they have supported over 100,000 people in coffee-growing communities to access education in countries including Vietnam, Peru and Columbia, to name a few!
With the Costa app you can get exclusive rewards, including money off, free cake on your birthday, and 1 free drink for every 8 that you buy.
For all the environmentalists out there, each time you use a reusable cup in store, you get 1 free drink for every 4 that you buy. Need I say more?
Café 1901
Located in the heart of the popular student area, Jesmond, Café 1901 is one of the best places you can go to if you’re searching for a coffee in a lively atmosphere. This quirky cafe’s main focus is to create a welcoming and inclusive space for it’s community to relax and socialise. If you are a dog-lover, you will be pleased to hear that this café is even canine-friendly! Throughout the year, Café 1901 hosts events and workshops so it's worth looking out for more information on their website.
The Grand
Lastly, The Grand is conveniently situated directly outside of campus, making it the perfect spot to grab coffee with some friends after a lecture, or even be an alternative to the library. They have an array of vegan options, ranging from sausage rolls to cheese toasties, so it's a good place for a range of diets.