Springfield Community Larder will re-launch on Wednesday 9 September at the CPCC Community Hub with extended opening hours from 3pm to 7pm, becoming the first community larder in Milton Keynes to open after 5pm. The new hours will make it easier for people across the city, including those with work, education, school, childcare or caring commitments, to access a SOFEA community larder outside traditional daytime hours.
The re-launch marks an exciting new chapter for the larder, which provides a welcoming and practical way for local people to access good quality surplus food, save money and help reduce food waste. Facilitated by SOFEA, a UK charity with a base in Bletchley, and run by Campbell Park Community Council, the larder supports SOFEA’s wider mission to tackle inequality, strengthen communities and transform lives through education, employment opportunities and purpose-driven projects.
Access to the SOFEA community larder is by membership only, but membership is open to everyone looking to support the mission to reduce food waste and redistribute surplus food. Weekly membership starts from £4.50 and provides access to a range of staple groceries, including tinned goods, chilled and frozen foods, and fresh fruit and veg.
For more information and to join visit : www.sofea.uk.com/purpose-
Volunteering opportunity
The larder is also looking for friendly and reliable volunteers to help with a range of tasks, including welcoming members, sorting food, supporting the smooth running of sessions and helping create a positive experience for everyone who visits.
Volunteering with the Community Larder is a great way to meet people, learn new skills, support local families and be part of a friendly local community that makes a real difference if you are interested, please find more information about the role on our Vacancies page – LINK TO VACANCIES PAGE
For any queries email community@campbell-park.gov.uk
Save Money and Reduce Surplus Food Every Week
Join your local Community Larder.
YOUR MEMBERSHIP PERKS
- Save money on groceries
- Fresh fruit, veg & staples
- Different items every week
- Friendly local community
- Help reduce food surplus
Just £4.50
Take home up to £20 worth of surplus food such as fruit, veg, tinned goods, frozen food, sweet/savoury items & more.
Meet new people in your community for some coffee/tea in a friendly environment and benefit from other community services.
This is open to everyone looking to support our mission in reducing food waste & re-distributing surplus food.
16 different larder locations available within the Milton Keynes area!
Every Wednesday afternoon
NEW LONGER OPENING HOURS
3pm – 7pm from 9 September
GET A MINIMUM £20 WORTH OF FOOD FOR JUST £4.50
