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    Coffee with Cops: Portland's Pizzeria (scroll down for dates/details)

  • Plymouth Armed Forces & Veterans Breakfast Club: Drake's Kitchen (scroll down for dates/details)

  • The Container, Roland Levinsky Building

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Green Starts Here – sustainable campus dining in 2024

2024 has been 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.

Sustainable food options on campus

Be even greener by choosing from our sustainable menu items! Whether ordering a Fairtrade organic coffee, opting for one of our vegan options, or indulging in a vegetarian meal, we’ve got you covered. Daily vegan specials are available at Drake’s Kitchen, John Bull Cafe and RLB Cafe. Loafers Deli serves great sandwich options, while The Container and other campus cafes offer tasty treats. Don’t miss out on Reservoir Cafe, our vegetarian and vegan cafe offering healthy and delicious meals!

Join us in celebrating sustainable eating on campus! 🌍🍴

From vegan meals and sustainable dining to eco-friendly coffee and delicious plant-based treats, Green Starts Here with us in 2025. Enjoy a variety of sustainable, Fairtrade, and locally sourced food options on campus and be part of our commitment to making your dining experience more eco-friendly.

The Great Sandwich Showdown

We’re looking for your tastiest vegetarian or vegan sandwich creations to join our menu at Loafers Deli! The most popular creation will be our new permanent menu item!
SHORTLISTED SANDWICHES
After much deliberation, we’ve narrowed it down to these four mouthwatering contenders:
1. Available 3–7 March Chick'n Heatwave – Piri piri chick'n with vegan cheese, mayo and lettuce (vegan)
2. Available 10–14 March "Beet" the Heat – Halloumi, pickled beetroot, Stokes chilli jam, crispy onions and rocket
3. Available 17–21 March The Italian Job – Sundried tomatoes, mozzarella, pesto, rocket and balsamic glaze
4. Available 24–28 March Feelin' Grate – Grated carrot, cheese and Stokes chilli jam
The sandwich with the most sales during its featured week will secure a permanent spot on the Loafers Deli menu!
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Events at your campus cafes – join us for delicious events, deals and tasty treats on campus!

Great Sandwich Showdown: 24–28 March
The final round of Sandwich Showdown, Sandwich 4, at Loafers Deli (Feelin' Grate).
National Taco Day: Monday 31 March
Celebrate National Taco Day with a delicious Mexican taco special (menu TBC). Perfect for taco lovers!
Easter Treats at The Container – starts Monday 24 March
Kick off Easter with the return of our mini egg cookies, creme egg brownies and clotted cream hot cross buns! Don’t miss out on these seasonal favourites.
National Taco Day – Monday 31 March
Celebrate National Taco Day with an authentic Mexican taco special at Drake’s Kitchen! Menu details coming soon – perfect for taco lovers!
World Burrito Day – Thursday 3 April
Celebrate with a burrito special at RLB Cafe! Menu details coming soon.
Coffee Cake Day – Monday 7 April
Visit The Container and try our new Fairtrade coffee cake, made with Fairtrade sugar and Owens coffee. Learn more about our Fairtrade commitment.
National Banana Day – Wednesday 16 April
We’re proud to use Fairtrade bananas! Enjoy them as a snack or try:
• Chocolate and banana muffins, available at The Container
• Banana and walnut scones, available at the Reservoir Cafe
Choosing Fairtrade bananas supports fair wages, community investment and sustainable farming!
Great British Beef Week – 23–30 April
We proudly source our beef from a local family-run supplier! Try these specials:
• Beef burger special, available week of 21 April at Drake’s Kitchen
• Cheeseburger pizza special from 28 April at Portland’s Pizzeria
St George’s Day – Wednesday 23 April
Enjoy classic English dishes across campus at the following cafes.
• Cooked breakfast, available at Drake’s Kitchen, RLB Cafe, The Toast Office and John Bull Cafe
• Fish and chips, available at Drake’s Kitchen
• Roast Day – special menu at Drake’s Kitchen (TBC)
We proudly source 75% of our food and drinks from the South West! See our local supplier map.
Frobisher’s Giveaway Day – Tuesday 29 April
Enjoy a free fruity juice from Frobishers! Find us outside Portland’s Pizzeria from 11:00–14:00.
Stop Food Waste Day – Wednesday 30 April
Did you know we sell surplus food through the Too Good To Go app? Download it today and grab delicious meals at a great price – available on campus and beyond!
 
 
 

Mug shot: Snap, sip & win!

Tea lovers, this one’s for you! We're celebrating Fairtrade tea on campus and we want YOU to show off your perfect cuppa!
How to enter:
1. Grab a Fairtrade or ethical tea from campus
2. Take a photo of your tea – earn a bonus entry if it’s in a reusable cup or drink-in cup!
3. Post it to your Instagram Story and tag #BrewForChangePlymouth
4. You're in the running to win a FREE tea & cake voucher!

& 31 March – 11 April

On National Tea Day (21 April), we'll share all your amazing tea pics in a special post!
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Tag your tea-loving friends and let’s see those #BrewForChangePlymouth entries!

Coffee with Cops

The University's Community Police Officer is running sessions when students, staff or members of the community are welcome to sit and chat with them.
Join us for a friendly coffee chat with local law enforcement. Have a coffee and chat with no pressure or agendas and get some advice with a cop from Devon & Cornwall Police. All sessions will be in Portland's Pizzeria between 12:00–14:00.
Dates: Wednesday 2 April • Wednesday 7 May • Wednesday 4 June
Contact catering@plymouth.ac.uk for further information.
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Plymouth Armed Forces & Veterans Breakfast Club

The Plymouth Armed Forces & Veterans Breakfast Club CIC organises a tasty breakfast at Drake's Kitchen (09:00–11:00) and an opportunity for all Armed Forces (serving or veterans) and their families to come along and share conversations with the community. All ages, and all services personnel and their families are welcome at this free event – no need to book.
Dates: Saturday 5 April
 

The Human Library

What is it like to be born blind? How do you move on from addiction? Why do you pray five times a day?
Curiosity and questions are welcome at the Human Library, where the Books are people and reading is a conversation from which you can learn about lived experiences of stereotypes, prejudice and taboo topics. The Human Library creates a space for people to openly and respectfully discuss subjects that may feel challenging or unfamiliar, without fear of saying the 'wrong' thing.
Date: Saturday 10 May, 12:00–16:00, The Container, Roland Levinsky Building

Find out more and book your place

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Event photography and video

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.