Forge Coffee Evenley
Food And Drink, Cafes · Evenley
About Forge Coffee Evenley
Forge Coffee is an independent specialty coffee shop on The Green in Evenley, Northamptonshire. The Evenley site opened in 2019 in a building that had previously served as a village hall, social club, and convenience store with Post Office. The team took over the premises to save the Post Office from closure and preserve it as an important community asset. Forge Coffee serves only specialty coffee, with a focus on sustainable practices, ethical goals, and community engagement. The Evenley location also functions as a Post Office counter alongside the café. The business has been recognised as the Sunday Times Top Countryside Coffee Shop in 2023 and won the Muddy Stilettos Best Café award for Northamptonshire, Leicestershire and Rutland in both 2023 and 2024. Beyond serving coffee, Forge Coffee hosts a variety of events including monthly comedy and quiz nights, wine tasting, art open evenings, talks, and workshops. The team prides itself on creating an inclusive community space for everyone in the village.
Frequently asked questions
Does Forge Coffee in Evenley have a Post Office?
Yes, the Evenley site operates as both a coffee shop and a Post Office. The team took over the former convenience store and Post Office in 2019 to preserve it as an important community asset that was threatened with closure.
What kind of events does Forge Coffee host?
Forge Coffee hosts a variety of events including monthly comedy and quiz nights, wine tasting, art open evenings, talks, and workshops. They aim to open their doors for events however eclectic they may be.
Is Forge Coffee an independent business?
Yes, Forge Coffee is an independent coffee shop founded by Rupert Rowling in 2018 at Culworth, with the Evenley site opening a year later in 2019. They now have three locations across Northamptonshire.
What awards has Forge Coffee won?
Forge Coffee was named Top Countryside Coffee Shop by the Sunday Times in 2023 and won the Muddy Stilettos Best Café in Northamptonshire, Leicestershire and Rutland award in both 2023 and 2024.
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