Emergency Food
Are you in financial crisis?
Contact your local food bank
Find your local food bank here.
See below for more information on food banks in Shropshire
Not sure where to get help?
Contact Shropshire Council
0345 678 9078
Operating hours:
Mon to Thurs, 9am to 5pm
Fri, 9am to 4pm
They will link you up with all the relevant support services
Are you self isolating and struggling to get a supermarket delivery?
Contact Shropshire Council Covid Support Line
0345 678 9028
Operating hours:
Mon to Thurs, 9am to 5pm
Fri, 9am to 4pm
They may be able to help you access a priority slot
SHROPSHIRE FOOD BANKS
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN I GO TO A FOOD BANK?
Food banks are welcoming spaces. A volunteer will sit with you and check your voucher and any dietary needs you may have. You might be offered a cup of tea whilst another volunteer makes up a food parcel for you. Volunteers are fully trained and non-judgmental. They are there to offer a listening ear, support and advice. This video with Shrewsbury Food Bank will give you a good insight into how food banks work.
HOW CAN I GET AN EMERGENCY FOOD PARCEL?
To use a food bank you will need a referral. There are many people who can issue food bank vouchers including health professionals, advice workers, housing associations and Shropshire Council. If you are not sure who to ask, please phone your local food bank and they will be able to help you.
Many Shropshire towns have a food bank. They are run by volunteers and give out food which has been donated by the community. Check the opening hours, as they tend to open for just a few hours per week.
Find out how to donate to your local food bank here.
WHERE TO GET A FOOD PARCEL
FOOD BANK CONTACT DETAILS
Albrighton Food Bank
St Mary's Parish Centre, Vicarage Fields, off High Street, Albrighton, WV7 3EQ
Monday to Friday 9.30 am - 4pm delivery only
07767 390860 website
Bishops Castle Food Bank
Methodist Church Hall, Station Street
Wednesdays from 5pm to 6pm, and Fridays from 1.30pm to 3.30pm
07549 127071
Pontesbury
If you need an emergency food parcel contact the Good Neighbours Scheme 07944891953
Shrewsbury Food Bank (Hope Church)
Hope Church, Grafton Mews, Harlescott Grange, Shrewsbury SY1 3PU
Wednesdays 10am to 12.30pm
01743 272 465
Telford & Wrekin Interfaith Council
On call after 6PM Monday - Thursday and 24hr over the weekend to deliver emergency food parcels.
07895 395226
Whitchurch Food Bank
Bargates Hall, Church Street, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 1LR
Tuesday and Friday, 09:30 - 11:30
01948 663943 email
Craven Arms Community Food Bank
St Andrews Church, Market Street, Craven Arms, Shropshire, SY7 9NW
Tuesday 10am-12pm
07508 358517 - Preferably text
Gobowen Food Bank
Preeshenlle United Reformed Church Schoolroom, St Martins Road
Wednesday Mornings 10.00-12.00
Delivery so contact them first, no referral needed
07907972657
Shifnal Food Bank
Wem Store Cupboard
YOU CAN ALSO CONTACT SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL WELFARE SUPPORT TEAM
They can help if you are struggling with basic needs like food, gas, electricity, essential furniture items, white goods and essential travel.
Contact ASAP on 0345 678 9078 or visit their website