News | West Berks Foodbank

9 Jun 26

West Berks Foodbank Annual Barn Dance Returns — An Evening of Fun for a Vital Local Cause

West Berks Foodbank is delighted to invite the people of West Berkshire to its annual Barn Dance, taking place on Saturday 27th June at St George’s Hall, Wash Common, Newbury, RG14 6NU. Doors open at 7pm, with the evening running until 10:30pm. Now a much-loved fixture on the local calendar, the Barn Dance is […]

9 Jun 26

2026 West Berks Foodbank Raffle Prizes

We are excited to bring you this years selection of raffle prizes for our 2026 draw: 1 Case of fine wine – rrp £900 £250 cash 4 tickets for Glorious Goodwood 2 tickets for Phantom of the Opera Family ticket for Imagine Photography Highclere Castle Gin & signed book Sonos Roam Portable Smart Speaker £50 […]

10 Apr 26

West Berks Foodbank Celebrates Incredible Support from Surrey Street Rodders

West Berks Foodbank is proud to recognise the outstanding generosity and community spirit of Surrey Street Rodders, whose continued support has made a meaningful difference to local families. The relationship began last year when Surrey Street Rodders kindly purchased family tickets for local households supported by the foodbank to attend the pantomime at the Corn Exchange. This thoughtful gesture enabled […]

10 Apr 26

New Support Services Launch at Greenham Distribution Centre

We are delighted to announce an exciting expansion of support services at the Greenham Distribution Centre, following consultation with residents of The Nightingales and the surrounding community. From Thursday 16th April 2026, we are pleased to be partnering with Via (V-i-a Drug and Alcohol Support), who will be providing a dedicated outreach worker during our weekly foodbank sessions at Greenham Community […]

24 Mar 26

Funding Boost for West Berkshire Foodbank Advice Service in Greenham

West Berkshire Foodbank is delighted to announce new funding to support its Benefits and Welfare Advisor service for residents in Greenham Parish. A grant of £2,500 has been awarded by Greenham Parish Council and matched by Greenham Trust, enabling the Foodbank to expand targeted support for local households experiencing financial hardship. Through this service, Benefits […]

10 Mar 26

West Berks Foodbank Joins Give Today!

We are thrilled to announce that West Berks Foodbank has officially partnered with Give Today, an innovative and ethical platform designed to get vital resources directly into the hands of those who need them most. What is Give Today? Give Today is a donation platform with a difference. They fuel local charities by connecting them […]

2 Nov 25

Reverse Advent Calendar challenge

Why not take part in our Reverse Advent Calendar challenge this December to help us re-stock our empty shelves?

12 Jul 25

Volunteer Training at Thatcham Baptist Church

At food banks, much more than just milk and sugar goes into a cup of tea. Over a cuppa, volunteers take the time to chat to people and connect them up with advice and support. When people are going through a tough time, this support can make a big difference. Recently, over 35 dedicated volunteers […]

12 Jul 25

West Berks Foodbank Expands Hungry Holidays Scheme to Support Over 1,100 Local Children This Summer

West Berks Foodbank’s “Hungry Holidays” initiative is back for Summer 2025 — and bigger than ever. With 46 schools signed up, the programme is set to support 1,140 children across West Berkshire over the school holidays, providing significant support with food and essential supplies to families most in need. As the cost-of-living crisis deepens, local […]

11 Jul 25

World of Work Celebration 2025

West Berks Foodbank Honoured for Outstanding Commitment to Supporting Students at The Castle School Newbury, 4th July 2025 – West Berks Foodbank has been recognised with a special award at The Castle School’s Annual for their exceptional contribution to the development and empowerment of students with additional needs over the past three years. Presented by […]

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