HoT Community Pantry

The HoT Community Pantry is not a foodbank. Anyone living in the following postcode areas (B77, B78, B79) who is struggling with the cost of living is welcome to use this facility. You do not need to be referred to us.

Whilst the pantry receives donated food, much of the stock is bought from retailers

The pantry was created to help those struggling with the cost of living. As food prices have increased in recent years, many are finding it harder to make their budgets stretch. The HoT Community Pantry provides affordable food for those who need it.

The stock for the HoT Community Pantry is supplied by a team of dedicated volunteers who collect surplus food donated by supermarkets and other businesses five days each week (often when the stores close). This is supplemented with food from other charities such as FareShare.

Any profits made are used to purchase additional food so we can keep the shelves stocked with a wide range of products.

Customers fill their own carrier bag (we are always short of carrier bags so please bring your own!) with their choice from the range of chilled, frozen, fresh, tinned and packet food available. In addition, you are welcome to add some free fruit, vegetables and bakery products. A bag of shopping costs £6…a huge saving when compared to supermarket prices. The range of food available varies depending on what has been donated.

Sustainability is important to us at Heart of Tamworth. Out of date food is composted or donated to Lucky Tails Alpaca Farm. Our new growing area supplies the pantry with home-grown fruit and vegetables.

Our team of pantry volunteers are friendly and helpful. They make people feel at ease and we never judge anyone. So, if you’re finding it harder than ever to manage, please pay us a visit.

The pantry is open: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri: 10am-3pm
Weds: 10am-7pm
Closed weekends and bank holidays

Reviews

Always a lovely welcome from the volunteers.

Hazel Wood via Facebook