About Working From Coffee Shops
Who’s Behind Working From Coffee Shops?
Hi, I’m Luke Dalton (an actual real person, not another ai bot) an SEO specialist by day, flat white snob by… well, also by day.
I run Working From Coffee Shops as a passion project turned semi-serious blog. It's where I combine my personal development, love for coffee, and the lifestyle that comes with working remotely.
Alongside WFCS, I work as a freelance SEO Specialist, where I help businesses grow through SEO. I also co-own Contact Coffee Co, a veteran-run coffee company for people who like no-nonsense coffee with a pretty big kick!
Want to know more about what I do professionally? Check out my LinkedIn.
Why Trust Me?
Well, why wouldn't you, but mainly because I live this (without sounding dramatic). I’ve spent years hopping between coffee shops across the UK, working, writing, reviewing, and caffeinating. I’ve collaborated with independent roasters, tested all the major chain menus, and built this site to help others find the perfect spot to get stuff done.
I either review the best UK coffee subscriptions or quietly rank coffee menus above the big names on Google, I bring real experience, proper research, and try not to be too serious about everything I publish.
I want to create a remote working info hub, that offers useful content to users, but also a strong domain that can support business owners who want to improve their online presence.
Words From Some People I’ve Worked With
"Thanks so much for including me in your article. I absolutely love how you've written about my designs!"
- Kate, The Little Jones
"Thanks so much for sharing this, it was a great read! If you ever need anything else or would like any input from us in the future, please don’t hesitate to get in touch."
- Vari, Green Retreats
Work with me
If you’re a coffee brand, café owner, product maker, or just someone with something interesting to say about remote working or coffee, I would love to hear from you. That could be sending over a product to review, collaborating on content, or even writing a guest piece for the site, I’m open to ideas. Drop me a message and let’s chat.
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Latest Articles
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Find out where to get coffee at Folkestone Central Station, including quick stops and nearby cafés.
A handy overview of coffee shops at Dover Priory Station, ideal for commuters and travellers alike.
Looking for coffee at Ashford International Station? Here’s where to find it inside the station and close by.
A simple guide to coffee shops at Canterbury West Station, covering where to grab a brew before or after your train.
Discover coffee options at Croydon Station, from fast in-station stops to cafés just outside for a more relaxed drink.
An overview of coffee options at Toddington southbound and whether it works for short work stops.
Toddington northbound is a functional M25 stop. This guide covers coffee and work suitability.
A practical look at coffee options at Beaconsfield Services and how suitable it is for working.
A breakdown of coffee options at Cobham Services anticlockwise and whether it works for laptop use.
Cobham Services is one of the most talked-about M25 stops. Here’s what to expect for coffee and working.
This page covers the coffee options at Clacket Lane Services westbound and whether it’s a good stop for work.
A guide to coffee options at Clacket Lane Services eastbound, including seating and work potential.
A look at coffee options at London Gateway Services and how suitable it is for working on the move.
South Mimms is a busy M25 stop. This guide covers the coffee options and whether it works for short laptop sessions.
A practical guide to coffee options at Thurrock Services, including WiFi, seating and work-friendly notes.
A full overview of coffee shops at M25 services, with insights on WiFi, seating and which stops are best for working on the road.
Norton Canes Services sits on the M6 Toll and often feels calmer than other stops. This guide looks at the coffee options and work-friendly potential.
Corley Services southbound focuses on fast, predictable coffee. This page covers the options available and whether it’s realistic to work here.
Corley Services northbound is a well-used M6 stop with familiar chain coffee. This guide looks at how suitable it is for a quick working break.
Hilton Park Services southbound is a practical place to refuel with coffee. Here’s what to expect if you’re stopping briefly to catch up on work.
Hilton Park Services northbound is a busy M6 stop with 24-hour coffee options. This page covers what’s available and whether it suits working on the road.
Most remote workers take breaks, but many don’t take good ones. This guide looks at why scrolling rarely helps, what a proper mental reset looks like, and how simple puzzle-based breaks can improve focus when you work remotely.
Stafford Services northbound is designed for quick stops rather than long stays. Here’s what coffee is available and whether it works for short bursts of work.
Stafford Services northbound is designed for quick stops rather than long stays. Here’s what coffee is available and whether it works for short bursts of work.
Sandbach Services southbound is a functional motorway stop with familiar coffee brands. This page covers seating, atmosphere and work suitability.
Greggs does not currently offer milk alternatives for its hot drinks in the UK. This guide explains what that means for dairy-free customers and where to go instead.
Caffè Nero offers several milk alternatives in the UK, including soya, oat, almond and coconut. This guide explains what Nero stocks, which options usually cost extra, and the best milk for your coffee.
Pret offers several milk alternatives in the UK, including oat, soya, almond and a rice-coconut option, with no extra charge. This guide explains what Pret stocks and what to choose for your usual coffee order.
Costa offers several milk alternatives in the UK, including soya, oat, coconut and its Ultimate Blend. This guide explains what Costa stocks, which options usually cost extra, and the best choice for your go-to coffee order.