Time for a Change…
There is no doubting that the Covid outbreak has brought about change. Good or bad, we have all had to adapt to living in a new way. It has been...
Coffee in the Outdoors
You can’t beat a good cup of coffee while you’re camping. From Stove Top to AeroPress, we’re sharing the best ways to brew a great cup while out in...
This is What Makes our Kenya Coffee so Special
Ollie recently visited Kenya on an explorative trip to meet the producers we are delighted to work alongside. Mr Sears began in his trip in Lamu, in the archipelago off...
Women in Coffee
Today is International Women’s Day. A global celebration of the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. In honour of today, we want to take the opportunity to celebrate...
Pricing Update
Like the turn of every year, 2022 began with a surge of glimmering hope as we collectively wished for a calmer and more certain year free from the very worst...
A word on trust: Dispatches: Starbucks and Nespresso: The Truth About Your Coffee
News reached us of this documentary sometime last week and as we approach 8pm, we wanted to share some thoughts ahead of it going ‘live’. This is not us...
Why We Created the NS* Impact Fund
Why Impact Matters At NS*, impact has always been at the heart of everything we do. We believe an impact-led approach to business is essential, giving us the opportunity to...
Meet the cheerful new face of The Docks
This September, one of our best-loved coffees is getting a temporary new look. For one month only, The Docks will be wrapped in an exclusive label created by North Star...
The Best Cycle Routes in Yorkshire with Coffee Stops You'll Actually Want to Ride For
Yorkshire is one of the UK's best cycling destinations. From quiet country lanes and picturesque valleys to challenging climbs through the Yorkshire Dales, there's a route for every rider. But...