Fresh donuts by the sea
Deep North is a specialty doughnut and coffee shop founded by Phil and Tom, offering handcrafted doughnuts made fresh daily from their Wallsend base. With locations in Tynemouth, Newcastle upon Tyne, and Sunderland, they feature unique flavors like Espresso Glazed, S’mores, and Miso Caramel.
Good sustainability rating
Deep Norths sustainability profile
Deep North Tynemouth integrates sustainability as a core element of its business ethos, emphasizing environmental responsibility, local sourcing, and community engagement. The cafe prioritizes sustainable products by partnering with local suppliers such as Acorn Dairy, a regional dairy recognized for sustainable practices, and B Corp certified companies like Minor Figures for plant-based milk alternatives. Efforts to reduce environmental impact include the use of recyclable and reusable items—such as recyclable cups, straws, utensils, and washable trays for doughnut transport and minimizing single-use products where possible.
Energy efficiency is supported through staff training, signage, and daily closing checklists to ensure high-energy equipment is powered down. The cafe actively vets suppliers to confirm their environmental credentials via research and verification through resources like the B Corp website. Community involvement is significant, with collaborations involving local groups and events that foster engagement in the North East.
In terms of social sustainability, Deep North emphasizes staff welfare through thorough onboarding, ongoing training, regular appraisals, and open communication channels to gauge staff satisfaction. The business maintains transparent payroll and holiday tracking systems to support staff well-being. Customers are informed about the cafe’s ongoing initiatives to donate profits from merchandise sales and corporate deliveries to charitable causes. The venue is accessible at street level, offers vegan and allergen-friendly options, and promotes inclusivity to the extent allowed by structural constraints. Overall, Deep North Tynemouth demonstrates a comprehensive and transparent approach to sustainability across environmental, social, and community dimensions.
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Address
34 Front St, Tynemouth, North Shields NE30 4DZ
Contact
info@deepnorth.co.uk https://www.deepnorth.co.uk/