The Platinum Jubilee Celebrations saw the launch of Cafe 1879’s Afternoon Teas and they were extremely well received by all. Karen and the kitchen team whipped up some amazing tiers of treats, from dainty finger sandwiches to hot quiches, freshly baked scones and gorgeous cake. They looked fit for a Queen!

Shona and the café staff went all out with decorating the café to make sure the celebration was a special one. The café was adorned with Union Jack bunting, balloons and even a balloon arch that was painstakingly assembled by Shona on the days leading up to the Jubilee. Taking pride of place was Queen Elizabeth II herself (well…the 2D version of her) allowing our customers and staff the opportunity to snap a #RoyalSelfie. It’s safe to say that much fun was had!

Tea with the Queen in North Shields
Jubilee celebrations in North Shields

Due to popular demand, we have decided to extend our offering of Afternoon Teas and make them a permanent addition to our menu, though they must be pre-booked! You can view the scrumptious delights of our Afternoon Teas here. Each sale made in the café allows us to continue the important work we do with young people in the North East. Support your local community and book your Afternoon Tea today!

Afternoon Tea YMCA Cafe 1879 North Shields UK

Read more news stories:

Housing Case Study: A New Chapter of Independence

Housing Case Study: A New Chapter of Independence

Supported housing plays a vital role in empowering individuals with learning difficulties to live more independently, offering a safe and nurturing environment that balances support with autonomy.  One powerful example of this is a young woman with learning...

read more
Ten Years of Growth

Ten Years of Growth

Last Friday lunchtime, the backyard of the housing transformed into a vibrant celebration as we marked the 10th anniversary of this vital supported accommodation. What started as a haven for a small group of young people has blossomed into something truly special....

read more
Staff VS Young People Football Match

Staff VS Young People Football Match

On Wednesday the 9th of April the football pitch at the Parks turned into a battleground—not of rivals, but of friendly fire as our North Shields Youth Group faced off against the YMCA Staff Team in what can only be described as a match for the ages (and possibly some...

read more
Assisted Living Project Partnership

Assisted Living Project Partnership

Earlier this month a new partnership was announced between YMCA North Tyneside and the Assisted Living Project, marking a significant step forward in tackling the UK’s housing crisis and supporting those most in need. YMCA North Tyneside has leased two fully...

read more

Volunteer Case Study: Jacqui and Albie

Community initiatives often rely on the sustained effort of individuals, not just initial bursts of enthusiasm. At YMCA North Tyneside, the Community Meal programme, launched in January 2023, is a testament to this fact. Offering free hot food, it’s become a vital...

read more