As we dive into 2025, Veganuary presents the perfect opportunity to explore the vibrant, plant-based options available across Newcastle University’s campus cafés. Whether you’re already dedicated to a vegan lifestyle or just starting your journey into plant-based eating, our campus is ready to inspire, energise, and reshape the way you think about sustainable dining.
Pioneering Sustainability with Our Campus Cafés
At Newcastle University, we’re driven by a commitment to making an impact—both on your dining experience and the planet. Our catering team works tirelessly to make our campus a trailblazer in environmental consciousness. We believe that by offering inclusive, diverse, and downright delicious vegan options, we’re pushing the boundaries of what it means to eat sustainably.
Fuel Your Day: Breakfast at The Courtyard
Start your morning boldly with a hearty vegan breakfast at Courtyard, located on the ground floor of the Old Library Building. Picture this: vegan sausages, mushrooms, baked beans, and a tempting variety of breads to jumpstart your day. This is more than a meal—it’s a catalyst for a vibrant and energetic day ahead.
Fresh Bakes and Cosy Breaks
For those who crave fresh, vegan baked treats, you’re spoiled for choice. Visit Bites, Grand, Daysh, Courtyard, or Urban to find irresistible vegan croissants, sausage rolls, and Mexican bean slices. Pair your favourite baked delight with a hot drink, complete with a range of vegan milk options. These are perfect moments to connect with friends, recharge, or simply enjoy a quiet break.
Hot Lunches: A Haven at The Courtyard
Lunch at Courtyard is a lush. With an ever-rotating menu of plant-based mains, this is where comfort food meets conscientious choices. Whether you fancy Vegan Sausage in Rich Onion Gravy, a Thai Green Vegetable Curry, or a Crispy Tofu Bao Bun with Asian Slaw, each dish is designed to delight. Other highlights include:
- Vegan Cottage Pie
- Vegan Buttermilk Burger with Sweet Potato Fries
- Tofu Katsu Curry
- Tofu Noodle Bowls
These dishes aren’t just meals—they’re moments to savour, offering sustenance for students, staff, and visitors alike.
Fast Food, Reimagined
Sometimes, speed and convenience are key. At Chicken Shack, located beside the Student Union building, vegan fast-food reigns supreme. Indulge in Vegan Quorn Burgers, Mini Fillets, and Wraps. Affordable, quick, and satisfying, these options make plant-based dining accessible to all.
Pizza time
Craving pizza? We have got you covered. Head back to The Courtyard for vegan pizzas that dare to go further—Garlic Mushroom, Cajun Vegetable, and BBQ Jackfruit pizzas that will have your taste buds singing.
Event Catering That Sets a Standard
Our campus events embrace inclusivity and quality, with catering options that match your vision. Popular vegan options include:
- Vegan Vegetable Lasagne
- Crispy Tofu Curry with Noodles
- Vegetable Gyros
- Pulled Quorn Po Boy
Whether you’re attending or organising an event, our catering team ensures your vegan needs are met with excellence.
Our Wellbeing Portal
Newcastle University’s commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive campus extends to our dining experience. To make your choices even easier, we’ve developed an online wellbeing portal, where you can explore menus, allergens, and vegan options in detail. Visit Newcastle MySaffron Portal or scan the QR codes at any café to delve into your choices.
At Newcastle University, we see food as more than nourishment—it’s a way to cultivate community, inspire change, and reshape how we interact with the world. This Veganuary, we invite you to be part of this revolutionary journey. Together, we can create a future that is inclusive, sustainable, and undeniably delicious.
Here’s to a Happy Veganuary—vibrant meals, and a campus that’s leading the way in sustainability.