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How do you brew? We meet the owners of The Hidden Brew, a new coffee haven in Cobden Chambers

The Hidden Brew is Nottingham’s newest independent coffee shop, quietly opening in Cobden Chambers back in December. Still learning and growing, the café was set up by Ed Dodd and Masha Cooper, who met at a local music event before deciding to bring their shared idea to life. Designed as a warm, welcoming space, it’s somewhere you can stop by for a coffee or settle in with a sketchbook and get creative. We paid a visit to chat all things coffee beans, shoestring budgets and the ever-important question of whether syrup in your coffee should be allowed.

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A Cup of Jim: 35 years of Lee & Fletcher coffee

After 35 years of roasting and supplying coffee to some of Nottingham’s best-loved independent businesses, there’s not much Jim Lee, owner of Lee & Fletcher, doesn’t know about a cup of joe. Lucy Campion finds out more about Jim’s journey in the world of java.

5 Perfect Gifts for Coffee Lovers This Black Friday

Black Friday is one of the best times of the year to score great deals on everything coffee-related — from premium beans to high-end brewing equipment. Whether there’s a coffee lover in your family or you’re looking to upgrade your own setup, this is the perfect opportunity to find thoughtful and affordable gifts.

Pretzels, muffins and seriously good coffee: we tried out Derby Road's District Coffee

There’s a cool new place to caffeinate in the city centre. Lucy Campion met with Ash and Bobby Williams the owners of Derby Road's District Coffee to find out more about this contemporary coffee shop and its famous pretzels.

The Under the Bridge Walking Music Festival 2025

Brews, hairdos and tunes: Trekkah Benjamin reflects on the 10th anniversary of Phlexx Records

Currently celebrating its 10th birthday, Phlexx Records has made its name as one of Notts’ most successful labels, since its founding in 2013 by local names Trekkah Benjamin and Bru-C. With the recent set-up of their new record store, adjoining coffee shop, and barber shop on Weekday Cross, we caught up with Trekkah to reminisce on the history of Phlexx and their ambitions to move ever up and onwards.

A vegan market, coffee club, opera and a fair dedicated to records and a love of music: Here’s what’s on in Nottingham this week: 6 May – 12 May 2024

This week in Nottingham! Get yourself down to a market selling only vegan produce, a vinyl record fair, some opera and a friendly coffee club

We Sat Down With Effy Owner Mitch Farr to Discuss the Aesthetics, Ethos and Essence Behind Good Coffee and Good Business

Nottingham certainly has a comprehensive selection of coffee shops to choose from, but without a doubt it is the independents that each bring their own individual flavour to the industry. After moving to a new premises in Hockley, we sat down with Effy owner Mitch Farr to discuss the aesthetics, ethos and essence behind good coffee and good business…

Crossland & Wilkinson: Tea and Coffee On Arrival*

From Morrissey to The Coffee Shop Musical, Here's What's On in Nottingham This Week 3 July - 9 July

Looking for things to do in Nottingham this week? Then look no further…

The Thompsons on Nottingham Castle, Coffee and Emily Campbell

The twins are back with some thoughts...

We Take a Trip to Dispatch - the Charming Coffee Shop With a Cinematic Twist

If you’re a regular Hockley-ite then chances are that you’ve probably spotted Dispatch Coffee on Goose Gate. The perfect spot to read a book, catch up with friends or enjoy a cup of coffee in peace, this cafe has already made a reputation for itself as one of the friendliest spots in Nottingham. And, regulars ourselves, we get it. That’s why we decided to catch up with Manager Euan Lees to chat about the colourful cafe’s film influences and how they’re finding their first year in business…

200 Degrees Look Back on Ten Years in the Coffee Business

Fresh from celebrating their tenth birthday, 200 Degrees have quickly grown to be the biggest name in Nottingham coffee, spurring on a thriving scene that even birthed its own festival this October. We went down to their Meadow Lane roastery and HQ to speak to co-founder Rob Darby, and meet some of the team…

Coming to Hockley This Autumn, We Hear More About the Nottingham Coffee Festival

From 200 Degrees and Blend to Stewarts and Yolk, just walk a few metres in Nottingham and you’re sure to find yourself at another coffee shop thanks to the city’s vibrant and ever-growing community. That’s why, inspired by our very own cafe society, friends Josh Eaton and Matt Vassey decided to set up the Nottingham Coffee Festival, which will be coming to High Pavement this October. We catch up with co-creator Josh to hear about his hopes for the event…

A Coffee Roaster in Notts

"The main misconception people have about coffee roasters is that we stand around drinking coffee all day"

Lee and Fletcher Have Been Roasting Coffee in Basford for Thirty Years

There’s nothing like taking a sip of a proper cup of coffee. The tantalising scent as it hits your throat, warm and bitter, utterly smooth and delicious. Jim Lee knows all about that – he supplies coffee to some of the city’s best bars and restaurants like Bar Iberico, Copper, and the Hockley Arts Club, making sure you get the perfect caffeine fix. To celebrate him reaching thirty years of doing just that, we took a gander down to the Lee and Fletcher warehouse to have a chat with him about how they handle the good stuff…

Film Review: Coffee & Kareem

Netflix’s latest comedy sees the unexpected duo of mediocre police officer James Coffee (Ed Helms) and feisty Kareem Manning (Terrence Little Gardenhigh) as they take us all on a joy ride as they run away from the typical film baddies…

Neon Wolf Tattoo Studio Have Opened A Coffee Shop, and It’s Beautiful

"It’s all vegan and all really good – you won’t be able to taste the difference"

Nusic New Music Podcast #215 with Do Nothing, Camille Christel, Daisy Godfrey, Coffee Club Boyz and More...

6 of the Most Hipster Coffees in Notts

Life is rarely ever boring. So why should your coffee be?

GorgeUs present The Best Coffee in Notts

Our Sam treats us to another dose of proper Notts nosh...

Coffee Shop Blend and Roastery Stewarts of Trent Bridge on Sneinton Market

You might have noticed over the last year that Sneinton Market has been picked up, given a dusting down and had a whole lotta love sprinkled over it. It’s no longer the place that time forgot and is quickly filling up with many a creative endeavour. One of its newest residents is Blend, a coffee shop whose light, airy environment begs you to pop in, and Stewarts of Trent Bridge, a coffee roastery right next door. We spoke to the main men behind the business about what they’re up to…

Competition for coffee lovers - big, big prizes

200 Degrees Coffee Shops

On a wander through town, or on your way past the train station, you may have had a little chortle at the witty A-boards decorating the pavements of Flying Horse Walk and Carrington Street. These are the siren song of 200° Coffee shops, a major player to emerge on the Nottingham coffee scene over the last few years, opening not one, but two cafes within a mile of one another...