Campus cafes events

Explore our foodie offerings on campus
A decorated Christmas tree inside Drake's Kitchen

Campus cafes events

Explore our foodie offerings on campus

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Green starts here – sustainable campus dining in 2025

2024 was a remarkable year for the Catering team, and we’re incredibly proud of our achievements! Not only have we renewed our 3-star rating with the Sustainable Restaurant Association, but we’ve also earned Fairtrade Accreditation as a university, receiving 2 out of 3 stars. 
We’re committed to continuing our sustainable practices across campus, offering students eco-friendly food and beverage options all year round.
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Join us for delicious food specials, ethical initiatives and fun events across our cafe outlets!

November events and specials

Join us across campus this November for a month full of seasonal treats, fun foodie events, and great student offers. Whether you’re after fresh local sandwiches, festive flavours, or a creative afternoon with friends, there’s something for everyone at our University of Plymouth cafés.
Bonfire Night specials – Week of 3–7 November
Celebrate Bonfire Night all week with sweet treats and hearty meals:
  • The Container Cafe : Bonfire cupcakes and s’more cookies (available while stocks last).
  • RLB Cafe and John Bull Cafe | 5 November: Glamorgan or Cumberland sausages served with garlic mashed potatoes and smoky chilli beans – £6.25 (student price).
  • Drake's Kitchen | 5 November: Chilli cheese hot dog with crispy cheese topping. 
  • Reservoir Cafe | 5 November: Jacket potato with bonfire beans and applewood smoked cheese - £4.75 (student price).
  • Add some sparkle: Toasted marshmallow syrup available in any hot drink for just £0.45 extra (student price). 
World Sandwich Day – Monday 3 November
Celebrate World Sandwich Day by enjoying the best of local flavours!
  • Loafers Deli : Fresh sandwiches made daily using bread from Malcolm Barnecutt Bakeries.
  • Drake's Kitchen : Try our hot sandwiches, from flatbreads to sub rolls – new fillings available daily.
Creativi-Tea for Fairtrade – Wednesday 5 November| 13:30–15:00 | Babbage Bytes Cafe
Take a break from your studies with tea and crafts at Babbage Bytes Cafe . Enjoy a free Fairtrade Clipper tea while you get creative! Bring your own project or help decorate our Fairtrade mural. Join our poster-making session using recycled materials to promote ethical and sustainable choices on campus.
National Nachos Day – Thursday 6 November
Spice things up with our nacho-inspired special!
  • RLB Cafe : Nacho Quorn or chicken burger with fries – £5.50 (student price).
Starbucks Festive Drinks Launch – Friday 7 November
They’re back! Celebrate the return of your festive favourites, including the Toffee Nut Latte, available exclusively at Loafers Deli .
Owens Coffee Giveaway – Tuesday 11 November
Visit RLB Crosspoint between 11am and 2pm to learn more about the locally roasted coffee we proudly serve on campus. Enjoy a free Americano, or upgrade to a latte, cappuccino, or flat white for just £1.
Eat with a Friend Day – Tuesday 25 November
Good food is even better with friends!
  • Buy one, get one half price on selected hot drinks across campus cafés. Find out more here.
  • Portland's Pizzeria : Share a pizza and enjoy a catch-up in a cosy space!
Cake Day – Wednesday 26 November
Indulge in one of our fresh, local cakes, baked by:
  • Country Kitchen (Torquay, 32 miles from campus)
  • The Exploding Bakery (Exeter, 43 miles from campus)
  • Peck & Strong (Crediton, 53 miles from campus) 
  • Visit The Container Cafe for fresh handmade bakes by our catering team, including the famous chocolate brownies — a campus favourite!
Thanksgiving Feast – Thursday 27 November
Celebrate Thanksgiving with a comforting meal on campus:
  • RLB Cafe : Vegan chicken or turkey served with sage and apple stuffing, garlic mash, mac and cheese, green bean casserole and sweet potato casserole – £8.95 students / £10.74 staff.
  • John Bull Cafe : Turkey, pigs in blankets, roast potatoes, parsnips, carrots, sprouts, stuffing, red cabbage, gravy and cranberry sauce – £8.95 students / £10.74 staff (veggie main TBC).

Christmas Specials – launching this November

  • Christmas loaded fries (from 3 November) – £5.50/£6.60
    Pigs in blankets, brie, cheddar, stuffing and gravy.
  • Christmas Yorkshire pudding wrap (running 11, 18, 25 November and 2, 9, 16 December) – £6.75
    Filled with turkey, pigs in blankets, stuffing, red cabbage, sprouts, crispy onions, cranberry sauce and gravy.
  • Christmas sandwiches launch – Monday 3rd November
  • Brie, cranberry sauce, stuffing and crispy onions sandwich – £5.00
  • Turkey baguette with pigs in blankets, cranberry sauce, stuffing and gravynnaise – £5.65
  • Brie and cranberry sandwich or wrap (from 17 November)
  • Christmas lunches – 4 and 11 December
    Turkey, pigs in blankets, roast potatoes, parsnips, carrots, sprouts, stuffing, red cabbage, gravy and cranberry sauce – £8.95 students / £10.74 staff (veggie main TBC).
Christmas lunch at Drake's Kitchen
  • Christmas pizza (starting 3 November): Pigs in blankets and cranberry stuffing pizza - £7.00.
  • Christmas dinner (4 and 11 December) and Christmas bap (18 December) 
    Turkey, pigs in blankets, roast potatoes, parsnips, carrots, sprouts, stuffing, red cabbage, gravy and cranberry sauce.
    Christmas bap – £5.00/£6.00
  • Brie and cranberry paninis - also available at Library Cafe - £5.00.
Christmas collection – coming soon
Watch this space for details about our Christmas collection offers and pre-order options.

Please note that food prices are displayed for students; staff and visitors are subject to VAT. 

 
Why choose University of Plymouth catering?
6  Locally sourced produce (Devon and Cornwall)
6  Fairtrade as standard across drinks and products
6  Variety for everyone – vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free option
6  Student savings – discounts with reusable cups and great-value meals.

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Please be aware that some of the University of Plymouth's public events (both online and offline) may be attended by University staff, photographers and videographers, for capturing content to be used in University online and offline marketing and promotional materials, for example webpages, brochures or leaflets. If you, or a member of your group, do not wish to be photographed or recorded, please let a member of staff know.