Uttlesford Foodbank
The foodbank delivers free emergency food and essentials. As well as receiving food for a minimum of 5 days, users may be directed to further help and support if required. *CHRISTMAS 2024 - we will be closing at 1:30pm on the 24th Dec (all referrals to be submitted by 12:30) and reopening on 2nd Jan. We will be open for emergencies on the 27th and 31st Dec; referrals will need to be submitted by 1pm and a text message sent to alert us on 07531 436335*
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Who can use this service?
Anyone who is struggling to buy food for themselves or their family can be referred to a foodbank. Referrals are made by local care professionals such as Health Visitors, GPs, Social Workers, Citizens Advice Bureau, Schools, Mental Heath Support Workers, Council Housing or Benefits Departments.
How are services delivered?
An electronic referral is sent via Uttlesford Frontline. The client will be contacted and offered the choice of having their parcel delivered or collecting it from the Saffron Walden warehouse. They will also be signposted or referred to additional support services if appropriate.
info@uttlesford.foodbank.org.uk
07531 436335
Stansted House, Shire Hill
Saffron Walden
CB11 3AQ
We deliver 3 days a week: Mon/Wed/Fri from Saffron Walden. Referrals must be in by 1pm on a Monday and 12pm on a Wednesday or Friday for same day delivery. Same day collection from the warehouse may be possible after the cut off time or on non-delivery days.
Dunmow Hub
Great Dunmow
CM6 1DQ
We deliver 5 days a week Mon - Fri
Referrals must be in by 1:30pm for same day dispatch.
Stansted Hub
Crafton Green, Stansted Mountfichett
CM24 8LAQ
We deliver 5 days a week Mon - Fri
Referrals must be in by 1:30pm for same day dispatch.