Get Help
How to get help
The most important step is to get a Foodbank voucher.
In order to provide the most appropriate help for the circumstances of your situation we work with local agencies. If they feel you are struggling to put food on the table, they will issue you with a foodbank voucher.
The local agency can also provide long term support if needed to help address some of the issues behind the reasons for your crisis. Agencies we work with include: Citizens Advice, housing support officers, children’s centres, health visitors, social services and some local charities.
AS OF 1ST JANUARY 2026, THE WEST STREET CHURCH CAFÉ WILL NO LONGER GIVE OUT FOODBANK VOUCHERS.
1. Get in touch.
To use the Foodbank in Bridgwater you must be referred to us by an agency supporting you. Click here for a list of Referral Agencies, or call 03444 889 623 (Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm) to talk confidentially with a Citizens Advice advisor in Bridgwater.
Or you can call us directly on 01278 434636 to talk through your situation and we’ll put you in touch with a relevant local agency.
2. Visit the Referral Agency.
The Agency will discuss your situation and supply you with a foodbank voucher where appropriate.
3. Bring your voucher to the Foodbank.
The Bridgwater Foodbank is located in Mount Street in Bridgwater, our opening times are:
- Monday – 1:00 to 3:30pm
- Wednesday – 1:00 to 3:30pm
- Friday – 1:00 to 3:30pm
When you arrive, we’ll welcome you with a warm drink and our trained volunteers will chat with you about your situation. We’ll also discuss any dietary needs you may have and exchange your foodbank voucher for a parcel of three days of emergency food.
We’ll also help to support you in any other ways that we can. Most of our foodbank centres offer a cafe style environment and our aim is to provide non-judgemental support at the point of crisis.
If you have any further questions our FAQ’s page may help, or feel free to give us a call.