KCSC is contacting local food banks and other organisations which provide food-related support in Kensington and Chelsea to obtain regular updates on provision in the borough.
Please note the information on this page was accurate at the time entered and is subject to change. If you have more up-to-date information, please let us know as soon as possible by calling KCSC on 020 7243 9800 or sending it to [email protected].
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All Saints Notting Hill
Food bank: On the last Friday of each month.
Hours: 10am - 11am
Providing food items and toiletries. No referral needed.
Address: Clydesdale Road, Notting Hill, W11 1JE
Phone: 020 7727 5919
Website: www.allsaintsnottinghill.org.uk/
Social media: Facebook, Twitter
*Last reviewed: 8 January 2024
Bay 20
Street Kitchen/Foodbank: Thursdays from 2pm to 4pm. No referral is needed, but tickets are required. Please collect your ticket from Bay20 starting at 10am on Thursday morning.
Address: 71 St Marks Road, W10 6JG
Phone: 020 3579 0384
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.bay20.org/
Social media: Twitter
*Last reviewed: 1st April 2024
Chelsea Methodist Church
Hot Lunches: Mondays & Tuesdays: Offer takeaway and seated lunches for vulnerable adults. Served at 1pm, available for eating in or takeaway.
Drop-in Services: Opening Hours: Mondays & Tuesdays, 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Services Offered: Clothing, Hot meals, drinks, and snacks, Advice and support
Debt advice service: Tuesdays, mornings.
Women's only drop-in: Wednesdays, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Access to Case Worker).
Address: 155A King's Rd, Chelsea, SW3 5TX.
Phone: 020 7352 9305
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.chelseafulhammethodist.org/community
Social media: Twitter, Instagram
*Last reviewed: 1 January 2024
Dads House
Foodbank: Open to single dads, single mums and families. If referring someone, please contact Billy first (number below).
Hours: Monday to Friday (10am to 1pm).
Address: 22 Lillie Road, SW6 1TS
Phone: 07765 183 504
Email: [email protected] Foodbank manager: [email protected]
Website: https://www.dadshouse.org.uk/
Social media: Twitter, Instagram
*Last reviewed: 1st April 2024
Dalgarno Trust
Food Bank: Thursdays, Open 10am-1pm. Register in person or online here.
Collect food between 2pm-5pm with proof of Kensington residency and children (if applicable).
Suggested donation: £2 (increased on March 7th, 2024).
Contact: [email protected]
Address: 1 Webb Close, Dalgarno Way, W10 5QB
Phone: 020 8969 6300
Website: https://www.dalgarnotrust.org.uk/organizer/food-bank/
*Last reviewed: 1st March 2024
Kensington and Chelsea Foodbank
Food bank: Open twice weekly, Tuesdays and Fridays, from 11am to 1pm
You will need a voucher from a support agency such as The Help through Hardship helpline, Call: 0808 2082138, Lines open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, or Citizens Advice https://www.trusselltrust.org/get-help/help-through-hardship-helpline/
Once you receive this, you can exchange it for a minimum of three days emergency food. Basic toiletries are also available. More information on how to get help can be found by visiting the website below.
Address: Notting Hill Methodist Church, 240 Lancaster Road, Notting Hill, W11 4AH
Phone: 020 3728 9003
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://kensingtonchelsea.foodbank.org.uk/get-help/how-to-get-help/
*Last reviewed: 1st March 2024
Refettorio Felix at St Cuthbert's
Hot Lunches and Takeaway for vulnerable adults. Lunch is served at 12.30pm to 1.30pm (Seated service doors open at 12pm). Takeaway Offered Monday-Friday from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
AGEUK K&C Lunch Club every Tuesday at Refettorio Felix at St Cuthbert's 12.30 Advance Booking essential call 020 8969 9105
Address: 51 Philbeach Gardens, Kensington, SW5 9EB
Phone: 020 7835 1389
Website: https://www.refettoriofelix.com/
Social media: Instagram
*Last reviewed: 1 April 2024
Response Food Bank
Community Collection food bank: emergency food distribution, no referral required.
Thursdays 11am - 1.30pm.
Address: 300 Old Brompton Road, London SW5 9JF
Phone: 020 7370 4606 [1] or 07308 015 983 [2](hotline number)
Website: https://www.responseprojects.org.uk/
Info: They can provide food parcels for collection for anyone living in the South of the borough. Call for more information.
*Last reviewed: 1st April 2024
RESTART LIVES at St Columba’s Church
Offer sit down meals for individuals who are rough sleeping, homeless or in need.
They also offer one-to-one appointments and provide help and support for those looking to return to employment and independent living. (This is not held at the church, but at RESTART's HQ/office - address and details shared on appointment basis only).
Hours: Fridays (6.30pm to 8.30pm)
Address: St Columba's Church, Pont Street, Knightsbridge, SW1X 0BD
Phone: 020 3778 1518
Website: https://restartlives.org/
Social Media: Twitter, Instagram
*Last reviewed: 8 January 2024
SMART
Pay-as-you-feel cafe serving hot food (affordable meals available 3 days a week and weekends).
An organic veg bag scheme, with three different pay packages, containing fresh seasonal vegetables is available. Please contact your community champion if you're eligible for a subsidised rate. More information is available via the website or contact SMART.
Hours: Mondays and Thursdays (10.30am to 4pm), Wednesdays (10.30am - 6pm)
Saturdays and Sundays (10.30am to 4pm)
Address: The Basement 15 Gertrude St, Chelsea, SW10 0JN
Phone: 07341 560 625
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.smartlondon.org.uk/
Social Media: Twitter
*Last reviewed: 1 April 2024
St Luke's Vestry Food Bank Club
Food Bank: Provide access to healthy fresh fruits and vegetables for an optional donation of £3/visit. No booking or referral needed.
Hours: Tuesdays 12pm to 1pm
Address: St Luke's & Christ Church, Sydney Street, The Vestry, SW3 6NH
Email: [email protected]
Social media: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
Website: https://chelseaparish.org/community-outreach/food-bank-club/
*Last reviewed: 1st April 2024
St Matthew's Food Bank
Food Bank: Open to all in the local area See the map on their website. No voucher or booking needed. Each person welcome to take up to 10 items (max. 1 from each category). Coffee and tea also served.
Hours: Wednesdays (4pm to 6pm)
Address: 29 St Petersburgh Place, W2 4LA
Phone: 020 7229 2192
Website: https://www.stmatthewsbayswater.org.uk/foodbank.html
Social Media: Facebook
*Last reviewed: 1st April 2024
St Michael's North Kensington
Food Bank: WAND UK Food Bank Please register in advance, either online or in person.
Registration: Tuesdays, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Food Collection: Tuesdays, 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Address: 35 St Lawrence Terrace, W10 5SR
Phone: 07813 485 607
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.wanduk.org/community-food-delivery-goody-bags/
*Last reviewed: 1st April 2024
The SPACE
FOOD BANK Community market (food, including fruit and vegetables) Mondays - ticketing from 11am, and open until stocks last.
Food Hub: serving hot food, fruit and vegetables on Saturdays - ticketing from 1.30pm, and serving from 2pm until stocks last.
Baby bank: operating on Tuesdays from 9.30am to 4pm.
Address: 214 Freston Road, W10 6TT
Phone: 0800 047 8161
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.214space.org
Social media: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook
Baby Bank Referral: Baby Bank & Family Service | The SPACE (214space.org)
INFO: Some deliveries possible, depending on availability.
*Last reviewed: 1 April 2024
Venture Centre
Food bank: Every other Saturday 12pm to 4pm. Registration starts at 12pm.
No referral needed (name and postcode required). People are encouraged to bring a bag or trolley.
Meet and Eat Lunch Community Lunch served on Wednesdays between 1pm. Come and enjoy a cooked meal prepared by local chefs.
An opportunity to enjoy a FREE warm meal and indulge in chats with neighbours or friends.
Address: Venture Centre, 103a Wornington Rd, W10 5YB
Phone: 020 8960 3234
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.venturecentre.org.uk/
Social media: Facebook
*Last reviewed: 1st April 2024
World's End Estate (at Flashpoint Community Centre)
Food bank operated by Venture Centre. No referrals needed (name and postcode required)
Hours: Thursdays (registration from 12pm to 2pm; collection on arrival) During the school holidays we will operate from World's End Community Centre. People are encouraged to bring their own bags or trolley
Meet and Eat Community Lunch
Hours: Mondays from 1pm and 2pm. Free Community Lunch warm meal and chat with neighbours and friends.
Address: Flashpoint Community Centre Worlds End Estate, SW10 0DX
Phone: 020 8960 3234
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.venturecentre.org.uk/
Social media: Facebook
*Last reviewed: 1st April 2024
Westway Community Transport (Shopping Service) Offers a free Shopper Bus for Westway CT members (yearly fee: £12) living in Kensington & Chelsea or Westminster facing age or mobility challenges. This door-to-door minibus service operates 5 days a week, offering two options: a fixed route with regular supermarket stops and shopping assistance, or a flexible route for on-demand destinations.
Contact Westway CT at 020 8964 4928.
Website: Shopper Bus Service | Westway CT
*Last reviewed: 1st February 2024
Age UK Kensington and Chelsea (Shopping Service) - Currently at full capacity and new referrals will be placed on a waiting list.
Group shopping session (starting at 10am taking up to 5 hours) open to residents 55 years of age and over, who are unable to go to the shops on their own, but are able to pay for their own shopping. A minibus picks up individuals from their home and takes them to the local supermarket. Individuals must go through an assessment with Age UK to ensure they meet the criteria. There is a contribution of £2 towards transport for the trip.
Hours: Wednesdays (South of the borough) and Thursdays (North of the borough)
Contact: Guy Simpson at 020 8969 9105 or [email protected]
Website: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/kensingtonandchelsea/our-services/group-shopping-trips/
*Last reviewed: 1st March 2024