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Krispy Kreme are giving away free doughnuts if you donate Easter eggs to those in need

14% of UK adults said they will not be able to afford any Easter eggs this year.

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant - 5th April 2023

Krispy Kreme has launched an exciting new ‘eggschange’ scheme that gives Brits the chance to swap unwanted Easter eggs for doughnuts.

Millions of families across the UK will sadly miss out on simple joy of tucking into an Easter egg this year, according to new research.

As the cost of living crisis unfortunately continues to make its impact felt nationwide, the doughnut chain has joined forces with FareShare – the UK’s national foodbank network – to launch the new initiative.

The 'eggschange' is calling on those who receive more Easter eggs than they need to donate them to those who may not able to afford them this year.

The recent study by Krispy Kreme and FareShare has found that over 5.3 million UK adults (10% of the adult population) say their finances are so tight this year, that they may have to miss out on the “luxury” of buying Easter eggs for themselves and their family, and of those being forced to spend less on the chocolate treat, over two thirds (66%) are putting this down to money being tighter and needing to prioritise their spending.

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Figures showed that those in the 25-34 age bracket – who are likely to have younger children – will be affected the most this year.

14% sadly said they will not be able to afford any Easter eggs at all this year.

In a bid to make sure everyone gets the chance to indulge during the sweetest time of the year, Krispy Kreme will reward anyone who donates an Easter egg with a shareable four-pack of Easter-themed doughnuts in exchange for their “generosity”.

The donated Easter eggs will then be distributed to those struggling to afford them via FareShare’s network of over 9,500 charities and community organisations. 

FareShare says it’s “delighted” to be working with Krispy Kreme on the mission to redistribute Easter eggs to those who “might otherwise go without” this year as a result of the cost of living crisis.

Krispy Kreme’s limited-edition Easter range this year includes the ‘Hip Hop Hooray’, an “earrisistibly light and fluffy” doughnut with strawberry flavour icing, topped with easter-themed sprinkles, the ‘Burrowing Bunny, which is filled with brownie batter, and topped with cookie crumble, flower, and bunny decoration, and the ‘Bun-dle of joy’, a white chocolate flavoured filled doughnut dipped in white icing and finished with a cheeky face.

There’s also the feature pack exclusive of the ‘Eggs-travaganza’, which is topped with a swirl of chocolate frosting and chocolate eggs to finish.

To take part in the Eggschange, and get your hands on a box of four limited-edition Easter doughnuts, you’ll just need to head into any participating Krispy Kreme location between Friday 7 and Monday 10 April and donate an Easter egg.

Read more: The Botanist Leeds is serving Hotel Chocolat cocktails this Easter

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A cafe dedicated entirely to matcha gelato has just opened in Leeds

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Matcha is well and truly taking Leeds (and the country) by storm.

You're probably bored of hearing us talk about matcha, and to be honest we're getting a little bit bored writing about it.

But, this time it's different.

This is M Plus Matcha, a brand-new matcha store that's just opened near Leeds University who not only serve your classic matcha lattes but also bucket loads of freshly-churned gelato.

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And to make things even better, they've got four on offer all at different percentages to suit your taste.

Soft and grassy, smooth and creamy, full and velvety…or deep and bold (they said it, not us) - this spot is truly a matcha lover’s summer paradise. 

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If you're not sure what flavour you fancy, the lovely staff are on hand to help and can offer tasters of each percentage before you commit to a cone or a tub so you're not left disappointed.

The space is gorgeously light and airy, complete with matcha-coloured walls and plenty of matcha-coloured seating for you to perch and enjoy your treats.

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Right opposite the Parkinson Building, we can see M Plus Matcha becoming a fantastic hub for students to whack their laptops out for a couple of hours whilst getting their caffeine fix.

The drinks menu includes iced matcha lattes, hot matcha, matcha lemonades and loads more. Basically, if you're of the opinion that matcha tastes like grass then we do not recommend you going.

But if you love it like us, then you're in for a treat.

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Yorkshire pub ‘delighted’ to be crowned the best in the region for 2026

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There's no denying that Yorkshire does pubs properly, but one in particular has been crowned the very best.

This year's National Pub and Bar Awards have been announced, where each year a team of experts pick the very best pub in the 94 counties across the UK.

Taking the number one spot for Yorkshire and the Humber is a fabulous little pub nestled in the bustling market town of Skipton.

The Woolly Sheep Inn is an award-winning, dog-friendly pub that is known for its huge selection of Timothy Taylor's cask ales and hearty pub grub.

Not only can you eat and drink here, but they've also got a few cosy rooms for you to stay in if you're planing on a quick staycation in North Yorkshire.

But don't just take our word for how brilliant it is, here's what the National Pub and Bar Awards had to say about it: "The Woolly Sheep Inn is a vibrant town-centre pub in the heart of Skipton, offering an exceptional combination of high-quality food, outstanding drinks and comfortable accommodation – all delivered with genuine Yorkshire hospitality.

"The team prides itself on creating a warm, welcoming environment where guests can enjoy everything from a relaxed drink at the bar to a celebratory meal or overnight stay. The offer blends traditional pub values with a progressive approach to quality and service, ensuring the site appeals to both loyal locals and visitors to the area."

Announcing the exciting news, The Woolly Sheep Inn said: "We're delighted to share that The Woolly Sheep Inn has been named Yorkshire and the Humber regional winner at the National Pub and Bar Awards 2026.

"This award is a proud moment for everyone at the pub and reflects the years of hard work, care, and commitment that Andy, Drea, and the team have put into making The Woolly Sheep such a special place to eat, drink, and stay in Skipton."

You can have a look at all of the pubs that won in the awards here.

Read more: The Leeds bakery serving up fresh pastries straight from their backyard

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