Wakefield is buzzing with energy this October as Wakefield Coffee Week takes over the city centre from 13 to 19 October 2025. The week-long celebration is all about showcasing Wakefield’s thriving coffee culture, shining a spotlight on the incredible independent cafés, roasters and well-known names that help make the city centre so vibrant.
Wakefield Coffee Week is part of Wakefield BID’s commitment to supporting local businesses, increasing footfall and celebrating the unique character of the city. By encouraging people to explore and enjoy Wakefield’s cafés, the event aims to give both visitors and residents a fresh reason to discover new places and support local traders.
Thomas Wales, Chief Executive of Wakefield BID, said:
“Wakefield Coffee Week is a fantastic way to celebrate the city’s incredible coffee culture. It’s an opportunity to highlight the brilliant businesses we have here, encourage people to try somewhere new and enjoy everything Wakefield has to offer – one cup at a time.”
A Coffee Trail Across the City
Throughout the week, participating cafés across Wakefield are taking part in the Wakefield Coffee Trail. Visitors can pick up a Coffee Guide or scan QR codes at participating venues to explore the trail, enjoy seasonal drinks, and enter the prize draw.
Highlights include:
- Independent favourites such as Grind, Marmalade on the Square, Haus, Kra:ft, On Track Coffee, Mocca Moocho, Recent Beans, Vanilla Bean, The Art House and CoffeeWrite.
- Popular cafés and delis including Café 19, Cobblers Fine Sandwiches, Create Café and Neptune Diner.
- High street names such as Starbucks, Costa, Greggs, Bob & Berts, M&S Café and Esquires.
Seasonal Specials and Offers
Many cafés are marking the occasion with limited-edition drinks and exclusive offers. Vanilla Bean is serving Pumpkin Spiced Matcha and Spiced Maple Lattes, Recent Beans is offering 10% off takeaway drinks and a White Chocolate & Rhubarb Latte, while Bob & Berts has introduced a Gingerbread Latte with Biscoff crumb. Kra:ft is launching a new loyalty scheme, giving visitors a full stamp with every hot drink purchased during Coffee Week.
Prize Draw and QR Code Trail
Every QR code scanned at a participating venue earns visitors an entry into the Wakefield Coffee Week prize draw. Prizes include a Vanilla Bean hamper worth £40, featuring freshly roasted beans, a reusable cup and a gift card.
Supporting Local
Wakefield Coffee Week is designed to encourage people to shop local, discover the city’s vibrant café scene and connect with the businesses at its heart. Events like this help boost footfall, build stronger relationships between businesses and customers, and create a welcoming atmosphere in the city centre.
For more information and the full list of participating venues, visit www.wakefieldbid.co.uk/coffee.
