News
11 Sep 23
Thank You
Our new annex has been in use for a little while now, and we are delighted by the extra space and functionality it provides. The original building has also been refurbished to provide, among other things, an inviting space to welcome clients. We are very grateful to the people and organisations who have helped us […]
19 Jun 23
New Annex in use!
We moved into the new annex just over a month ago and its working well. We now have all our stock in one place which gives us a clear vision of our stock rather than having it in different locations.
9 Jan 23
Thank you for Christmas support
Here at Bridgwater food bank we have been totally overwhelmed by the generosity of local individuals and businesses in the run up to Christmas and New Year. Thanks to all you amazing folk we have managed to feed well over 1,500 people giving out 9.5 tonnes of food. The work goes on, we will soon be acknowledging the […]
14 Oct 22
Harvest Gifts
Harvest gifts from Chilton Trinity School delivered to Foodbank by Paul & Jess. Thank you to all the schools & churches who donated a fabulous amount of food from their Harvest celebrations.
6 Oct 22
Construction work nearly complete – Building project update.
Our new Store building is taking shape! The steel frame has been assembled and the cladding fitted. Soon, once the skylights and doors have been installed, the building will be watertight! We’re looking forward to being able to use the space.
2 Aug 22
New foundations! – Building project update.
The concrete for the foundations of our new building have now been poured! Pictures below. The next stage will be the construction of the steel frame, which we hope to start very soon.
20 Jul 22
Ground broken on building project!
A new purpose built store is planned for the Autumn on the site of the old dilapidated Portacabin, and the ground has just been broken! Once completed, the new building will facilitate storage and processing of donations, while clients will continue to be welcomed in our existing building.
21 Jun 22
Foodbank Stock
Lots of lovely Pasta & Baked Beans. Stock needed to fill these shelves. Pasta Sauces, Tinned Veg, Tinned Custard, Jam, Savoury snacks.
28 Jul 20
Building upgrades
We have been upgrading the premises and have had new double glazing fitted in all windows, three doors have been renewed, and the facia and guttering around the building has been replaced with modern plastic.
28 Jul 20
Accommodation found for rough sleepers
Rough sleepers in Bridgwater have been found accommodation since the beginning of the Coronavirus outbreak, which is a great help to the individuals concerned. We hope the accommodation will be able to continue.