19.11.2024

Peabodys opens new coffee shop at Worthing Hospital

Peabodys has opened its 11th coffee shop within NHS hospitals across the UK, bringing its strong sustainability ethos, fantastic fairtrade organic coffee and thoughtful artisan food offering to Worthing Hospital.

Led by Claudia Mascino, MD, Peabodys Coffee started its journey in 1997 in London hospitals, with gourmet coffee and delicious food that is freshly prepared daily. It currently operates across England employing 55 people.

Peabodys already works with the wider University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, with a coffee shop within its Royal Sussex County Hospital, in Brighton – which opened in the summer of 2023. Peabodys was recently acquired by Compass One, part of Compass Group UK & Ireland – the UK’s largest food and services provider.

Peabodys offer at Worthing Hospital will include a selection of hot and cold breakfast options, and a variety of lunch choices, including a range of delicious hot main meals, hand stretched pizza, fresh egg pasta served with homemade sauces, and comforting soups. Alongside the hot food counter the coffee shop will serve a wide range of handmade toasted paninis, ciabattas and baguettes, mixed salads, fresh fruit, healthy yoghurt pots and signature raw smoothies.

An assortment of freshly baked artisan pastries and exceptional cakes will also be available. Its organic coffee range, along with a variety of teas and blended seasonal drinks will have something for everyone. Peabodys will offer a range of products to meet dietary requirements and food preferences, offering vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, halal and kosher products.

Claudia Mascino, MD, Peabodys said: “Our passion is to bring high street quality to the hospital environment and its patients, visitors and NHS staff. I believe our artisan food and organic coffee, have the power to bring joy and comfort to our customers, helping them to escape and enjoy a moment to relax. Our teams are dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and offering a friendly space to appreciate our delicious food. I am excited to bring all of this to Worthing!”

Alison Ingoe, Commercial Director, University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust said: “Our first Peabodys opened in Royal Sussex County Hospital in July 2023 and has been a huge success. Peabodys is all about serving people in the healthcare environment and their team take pride in quality and the sustainability of their offer. Their food ranges are healthy, delicious and freshly prepared and we are delighted to welcome them to Worthing Hospital.”