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 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: October 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: October 2024
Chelsea Methodist Church Currently no women's weekly drop-in
Hot Lunches: Mondays & Tuesdays: Free, nutritious meals for vulnerable adults. Dine-in or takeaway. Served from 12.30pm - 1.15pm.
Drop-in Services: Mondays & Tuesdays, 9:00 AM - 12:00PM. Services include hot drinks, snacks, showers, spare clothing, and monthly health check-ups. Glassdoor homeless charity provides caseworkers who can offer information, advice, and support, including information on shelters and accessing housing. Contact Glass Door directly on 020 7351 4948 outside of these times.
Address: 155A King’s Rd, Chelsea, SW3 5TX.
Phone: 020 7352 9305
Email: [email protected]
Website:
*Last reviewed: October 2024
Dads House Christmas Closing from Friday 20th December - Re-opening Thursday 2nd January or Tuesday 7th January (TBC)
Foodbank: Open to single dads, single mums and families. If referring someone, please contact Billy first (number below).
Contact Foodbank manager: Luke Tydeman
Hours: Tuesday to Friday (10am to 1pm)
Address: 22 Lillie Road, SW6 1TS Phone: 07765 183 504 (mailto:[email protected]) (Email: [[email protected]] [[email protected]
Website: www.dadshouse.org.uk
Social media: Twitter Instagram
*Last reviewed: October 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.
Contact: [email protected]
Address: 1 Webb Close, Dalgarno Way, W10 5QB
Phone: 020 8969 6300
Website: https://www.dalgarnotrust.org.uk/our-programmes/foodbank/
*Last reviewed: October 2024
Kensington and Chelsea Foodbank:
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 https://www.trusselltrust.org/get-help/help-through-hardship-helpline/ , or Citizens Advice https://www.citizensadvicekc.org.uk/kandc-foodbank-referral-submission-form
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.
Hours: Open twice weekly, Tuesdays and Fridays, from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm
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: October 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.
Address: 51 Philbeach Gardens, Earls Court, London SW5 9EB
Phone: 020 7835 1389
Website: https://www.refettoriofelix.com/
Social media: Instagram
AGEUK K&C Lunch Club at Refertorio Felix
every Tuesday 2.30 to 1.30pm
Advance Booking essential call AGEUK 020 8969 9105
Address: 51 Philbeach Gardens, Earls Court, London SW5 9EB
Phone: 020 7835 1389
*Last reviewed: October 2024
Response Food Bank
Community Collection food bank: emergency food distribution, no referral required.
Thursdays 11am - 1pm.
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: October 2024
RESTART LIVES at St Columba’s Church
A wide range of personalised support services, including one-on-one casework and therapy, as well as group programmes focused on mental health, returning to work, and physical health and fitness.
Additionally, they provide sit-down meals for individuals who are rough sleeping, homeless, or in need. Visit the Drop In to learn more and enrol in these programmes. One-on-one appointments and assistance for those seeking to return to employment and independent living are available at RESTART's HQ/office (address and details shared upon appointment).
Drop-in Services: Hours: Fridays (6.30pm to 8.30pm) and meal.
Address: St Columba's Church, Pont Street, Knightsbridge, SW1X 0BD
Phone: 020 3778 1518
Website: https://restartlives.org/
Social Media: Twitter, Instagram
*Last reviewed: September 2024
SMART Pay-as-you-feel cafe
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.am- 4pm)
Address: The Basement 15 Gertrude St, Chelsea, SW10 0JN
Phone: 07341 560 625
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.smartlondon.org.uk
Social Media: Instagram
*Last reviewed: October 2024
St Giles Pantry
The Pantry offers face-to-face support and nutritious food for £3.50 a week to those facing poverty, addiction, and mental health issues. Members receive healthy food and advice from staff and Peer Advisors, helping them move towards independence. The food is sustainably sourced, reducing waste and supporting low-income families.
The South Kensington Pantry (South of the Borough)
Address: Samuel Lewis Estate, Ixworth Place, South Kensington, SW3 3QA
St Giles Pantry Kensal Resource Centre (North of the Borough)
Address: Kensal Resource Centre: Kensal Resource Centre, Bosworth Rd, London W10 5EQ
Email: [email protected]
Referral Information https://www.stgilestrust.org.uk/how-to-get-support/
*Last reviewed: October 2024
St Luke's Vestry Food Bank Club Christmas Closure: Closed from 24th December re-open on 7th January 2025
Food Bank: Provide access to healthy fresh fruits and vegetables for an optional donation of £3/visit. No booking or referral needed.
Hours: Tuesdays 12.30pm - 1.30pm
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: October 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: June 2024
St Michael's North Kensington
Food Bank: WAND UK Food Bank Please register in advance, either online or in person.
Registration: Tuesdays, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Food Collection: Tuesdays, 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM (Closed by 3.00pm)
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: June 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: June 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.
Cook, Learn, Share: Cooking workshop Every Friday 11.00-13.00. Cook and learn alongside a chef demo to create a delicious healthy recipe. You can then take the ingredients away to try at home. (No referral needed)
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: September 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 the Food bank will operate from World's End Community Centre.
People are encouraged to bring their own bags or trolley
Meet and Eat Community Lunch (at Flashpoint Community Centre)
Hours: Mondays from 1pm and 2pm. Free Community Lunch warm meal and chat with neighbours and friends.
Cook, Learn, Share Community Cookery Workshop
Hours: Thursdays 11.30am - 2.30pm (term-time) Learn healthy recipes to recreate at home. (No referrals needed).
Coffee morning: Fridays 10-12. Enjoy coffee, cake and Afrobeats. Everyone welcome.
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: October 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; or a flexible route for ad hoc requests to different local shops as well as more regular destinations.
Contact Westway CT at 020 8964 4928. Website: Shopper Bus Service | Westway CT
*Last reviewed: October 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: June 2024