Cafe 1879.
At the heart of
our Community.


Hot & Cold
Drinks


About our cafe
On the surface, our floor to ceiling glass entrance, bright interior and spacious seating area provides a welcoming setting for members across the community to meet friends, work on that important project and feed the family. Less obvious is the work carried out each and every day by the dedicated staffing team in supporting young members of the community, through supported accommodation, after school activities and access to education.
Our cafe offers a wide variety of food and drinks, from a delicious pot of Ringtons tea, or a freshly made fruit smoothie, to a hearty, homemade quiche. Hosted by a strong team of volunteers, adult learners and YMCA staff, we pride ourselves on serving up homely, delicious food, made fresh every day.

Raised for our young people this year - Thank you!

Free Wifi Access
Public Toilets
Free Water
Meeting Spot
Eat In
Take Away
A cafe with a conscience.
Housed in the long-standing Sir James Knott Building on Church Way, each purchase made in our cafe, gym and event and conferencing facilities, contributes to making a positive impact on the young people living in YMCA’s supported accommodation, as well as young people throughout the local area.
If you like the work we’re doing, why not get involved by making a small donation to your local cafe
We have rebranded!
Why have we rebranded as Cafe 1879 you ask? If you are clued up on the history of our organisation, you will know!
YMCA North Tyneside was first founded in 1879, though back then we were known as the Borough of Tynemouth YMCA. We thought the date deserved its own recognition and so after a majority vote during an Enterprise & Commerce Brainstorm Day, Cafe 1879 become the frontrunner. We hope you like it a much as we do!

“Flat White Was Perfection”
Danielle

“The cake in the cafe is first class!”
Destiny Church

“Excellent events and open days”
Paul

Tynemouth Coffee Co.
We are proud to serve award-winning artisan coffee by
Tynemouth Coffee Co.
Contact Us

Address
YMCA North Tyneside
Church Way, North Shields
NE29 0AB

Phone
0191 257 5434

cafe@ymcanorthtyneside.org