Catering
Mealtimes are an important part of life at St John’s: a time to pause, connect, and enjoy good food together. Our catering team is known across Durham for the quality and friendliness of their service, offering freshly prepared meals with plenty of choice.
Undergraduate resident, 2025 survey
“Catering means I don’t have to worry about cooking when I’m busy. It’s helped me find my footing at university without sacrificing my wellbeing.”
We provide fully catered meals during term time in Haughton Dining Hall, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner served daily. Hot and cold options are available at every meal, with soups and a salad bar at lunch.
Students living-out
Students living out can purchase meal tickets at Reception, and “grab bags” are available for those with busy days.
Postgraduates living-in
Postgraduates living in College accommodation enjoy full catering during undergraduate term time and are self-catered outside term.
Dietary needs
We cater for a wide range of dietary needs, including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and halal options.
Meal times
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Weekdays
- Breakfast : 8:30 – 10:00am
- Brunch/Lunch: 10:00 – 1:30pm
- Dinner: 10:00 – 1:30pm
Weekends
- Breakfast : 8:30 – 10:00am
- Brunch/Lunch: 10:00 – 1:30pm
- Dinner: 10:00 – 1:30pm
Seconds: Available 1:30 – 1:45 pm and 7:00 – 7:15 pm.
All John’s students are welcome to take seconds without a meal ticket, subject to availability.
Events
In addition to daily meals, the catering team supports regular formals in Leech Hall and College events throughout the year.
During the warmer months, students can also dine outdoors in the Linton Garden.
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