Whilst the Brickworks is a well known climb for cyclists into the Peak, we often get questions at the Roastery from people wanting to head out for a walk. The stretch of road beyond the Roastery is the link to some awesome trails and paths, which all head off in different directions. From routes with trig points and views across the Cheshire plain, to paths into Lyme Park and towards Bollington in the bluebell woods, these trails are often missed and overlooked by those heading to the likes of Edale, Kinder Scout and Buxton.  Within a matter of minutes along...

  “I was better today than yesterday but not as good as I’m going to be tomorrow” This quote has been integral to our values at Kickback for some time. Within the last few months, our team has grown and together we have reached new heights. With some of our busiest months over this period, we are kicking off the new year we the same amazing momentum as when finished the year.  Not only did we roast lots of coffee in December, we also really enjoyed sharing our time and energy with everyone who came through our doors. Our cafes...

Everyone's adventures and time spent outside will always look and feel different. At this time of year winter is in full swing and the opportunity to soak up some vitamin D is pretty limited - it's easy for outside time to slip down the priority list. With solstice a couple of weeks away, I've taken this opportunity to ask the team some questions about how they keep themselves happy, motivated and inspired to get outside when the elements are sometimes against them.  MollyWhat keeps you motivated and enjoying the outdoors? Planning weekend trips - I find it super hard to get...

Josh, our Head of Coffee, has been at Kickback for two years. Not only is he responsible for making our coffees taste great, but he's also passionate about building relationships with farmers and cooperatives. Here he talks about Kickback's journey with Benjamin Paz, the manager of a coffee cooperative in Honduras and one of our key suppliers.   Journey of our partnership with Benjamin Paz in Honduras In my role as Head of Coffee, I've become acutely aware of the ups and downs of coffee farming and the sheer amount of detail and precision that goes into it. Most recently,...