Food Banks in Colchester
We list 11 food banks, pantries and community larders in Colchester. Always check opening times before you travel, many open on set days only, and some need a voucher from a referral agency.
Showing 1–11 of 11 food banks in Colchester, alphabetically.
Colchester Food Bank (Central)
St Peter’s Church hall North Hill Colchester CO1 1DZ07942 141261View full details
Colchester Food Bank (Greenstead Foodbank)
7 The Centre, Hawthorn Avenue, Colchester, CO4 3PX01206621998View full details
Colchester Food Bank (Highwoods foodbank)
The Ark Methodist Church, Gavin Way Highwoods, Colchester CO4 9FF01206621998View full details
Colchester Food Bank (Myland Parish Hall)
Myland Parish Hall, Mile End Road, CO4 5DY01206621998View full details
Colchester Food Bank (Rowhedge foodbank)
Mariners' Chapel, Chapel St, Rowhedge, Colchester, CO5 7JS01206621998View full details
Colchester Food Bank (St Magaret's Church)
St Magaret's Church, Stansted Rd, Colchester, CO2 8RA01206621998View full detailsColchester Food Bank (St Stephen's Church)
St Stephen's Church, Canterbury Road, Colchester, CO2 7RY01206621998View full detailsColchester Food Bank (Tiptree United Reform Church)
Tiptree United Reform Church, 80 Chapel Rd, Tiptree, Colchester, CO5 0HP07835941646View full details
Colchester Food Bank (Tollgate Retail Park)
3 Tollgate Retail Park, Tollgate West, Colchester, CO3 8RG01206621998View full detailsSalvation Army Food Bank (Butt Road)
Butt Road , Colchester , CO3 3DA01206575920View full details
The Salvation Army (Citadel)
Butt Road CO3 3DA01206575920View full details
Food banks near Colchester
The nearest listings outside Colchester, closest first.
- Colchester Food Bank (Congregational Church)Wivenhoe · 3 miles
- Colchester Food Bank (Brightlingsea Parish Hall)Brightlingsea · 7 miles
- Salvation Army Food Bank (Duke Street)Duke Street · 11 miles
- Braintree Area Food Bank (Parsonage Street)Halstead · 12 miles
- Clacton Food Bank (The Salvation Army Community Centre)Clacton-on-Sea · 12 miles
- Salvation Army Food Bank (Old Road)Clacton-on-Sea · 12 miles
- Salvation Army Food Bank (Station Rd)Sudbury · 13 miles
- Storehouse (Stour Valley) Food BankSudbury · 13 miles
- Braintree Area Food Bank (Witham Methodist Church)Witham · 13 miles
- Salvation Army Food Bank (The Street)Whatfield · 13 miles
Food banks in Colchester: your questions answered
How do I find a food bank in Colchester?
Use the list of Colchester food banks on this page. Each listing shows the address, contact details and, where we hold them, opening times. Always contact a food bank before travelling, as sessions and locations can change at short notice.
Do I need a referral or voucher to use a food bank in Colchester?
Many UK food banks, including those in the Trussell network, ask for a voucher or referral from a local agency such as Citizens Advice, a support worker, GP surgery, school or housing officer. Independent food banks, pantries and community larders often accept people directly. Contact the food bank listed here to check what it needs.
What do food banks in Colchester give you?
A typical food parcel contains several days of non-perishable food such as tinned goods, pasta, rice, cereal and long-life milk. Some services also provide toiletries, baby items, pet food, fresh produce or help with money and benefits advice.
Are food banks in Colchester free?
Food banks are free to use. Some community pantries and social supermarkets instead ask for a small weekly membership fee in return for a larger shop, so check the details of the service you plan to visit.
How can I donate food or volunteer in Colchester?
Contact any food bank listed on this page directly. Most welcome donations of in-date, non-perishable food at their own premises or at collection points in local supermarkets, and many need volunteers to sort, pack and deliver parcels.
Is the information for Colchester food banks up to date?
We review listings regularly, but details can change between checks. Please confirm opening times with the food bank before you travel, and let us know through our report a listing issue page if something is wrong.