Food Banks in Cumbria
We list 19 food banks, pantries and community larders across Cumbria. Always check opening times before you travel, many open on set days only, and some need a voucher from a referral agency.
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Showing 1–19 of 19 food banks in Cumbria, alphabetically.
Barrow Food Bank (Abbey Road Baptist Church)
Abbey Road Baptist Church, Abbey Road, Barrow-in-Furness, LA13 9BD01229343436View full details
Barrow Food Bank (Bethany Christian Church)
Bethany Christian Church, Lightburn Road, Ulverston, LA12 0BX01229343410View full details
Barrow Food Bank (Crown Street Baptist Church Hall)
Crown Street Baptist Church Hall, Crown Street, Millom, Cumbria, LA18 4AG01229774601View full details
Carlisle Food Bank (Tower Court)
4 Tower Court, West Tower Street, Carlisle, CA3 8QT07512552449View full details
Cornerstone Food Bank (Denton Street)
62-66 Denton Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5EH01228549796View full details
King's Food Bank (Shakespeare Centre)
Shakespeare Centre, Yard 76, Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HE07534609179View full detailsNorth Lakes Food Bank (Cornerstone Methodist Church)
Cornerstone Methodist Church, 50 High Street, Wigton, CA7 9PG07502311452View full details
North Lakes Food Bank (Lorton St Methodist Church)
Lorton St Methodist Church, Lorton Street, Cockermouth, CA13 9RH07502311452View full details
North Lakes Food Bank (New Life Church)
New Life Church, 24 Irish Street, Whitehaven, CA28 7BY07502311452View full detailsNorth Lakes Food Bank (St Mary's Church)
St Mary's Church, Netherhall Corner, Maryport, CA15 6LL07502311452View full detailsNorth Lakes Food Bank (The Bridge Centre)
The Bridge Centre, Central Square, Workington, CA14 3BG07502311452View full details
North Lakes Food Bank (The Hub)
The Hub, The Meeting Place, Egremont, CA22 2DR07502311452View full detailsSalvation Army Food Bank (Abbey Street)
Abbey Street , Carlisle , CA3 8TX01228526503View full detailsSalvation Army Food Bank (Catherine Street)
Catherine Street , Whitehaven , CA28 7PD01946690649View full details
Salvation Army Food Bank (Hunters Lane)
1 Hunters Lane , Penrith , CA11 7UY01768866732View full details
Salvation Army Food Bank (Nelson Street)
Permanently closedNelson Street , Millom , LA18 4DW01229774936View full detailsUpper Eden Food Bank (Methodist Church)
Methodist Church, The Sands, Appleby-in-Westmorland, CA16 6XR07596690902View full detailsWindermere & District Food Bank (St Mary's Church)
St Mary's Church, Ambleside Road, Windermere, LA23 1BA07789728811View full detailsWindermere & District Food Bank (Vicarage Road)
Permanently closedVicarage Road, Ambleside, LA22 9DH01539434172View full details
Food banks in Cumbria: your questions answered
How do I find a food bank in Cumbria?
Use the list of Cumbria 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 Cumbria?
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 Cumbria 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 Cumbria 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 Cumbria?
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 Cumbria 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.