News
22 Mar 20
Coronavirus Update
Due to the Coronavirus situation, we at Hinckley Area Foodbank have had to close some of our distribution centres to safeguard our volunteers. BARWELL centre is closed ST MARY’S, Hinckley closed SALVATION ARMY, Hinckley closes after 24 March All other centres will be open as usual unless the situation changes.
17 Mar 20
Coronavirus Update – Barwell Methodist Church Foodbank Centre
The foodbank centre held at Barwell Methodist Church in Chapel Street, Barwell will not be open for the foreseeable future. As the present situation with coronavirus is changing daily, there may be changes in the number of centres open. We will update via the website at the earliest opportunity. Foodbank will continue to work to […]
22 Feb 20
40 for 40 Challenge This Lent
Take part in our 40 for 40 challenge this Lent. With people struggling to afford food living locally, it is important that we can continue to support families in crisis throughout the Easter period. We provide essential emergency food, emotional support and practical advice to families who live near you and really need us. The […]
16 Jan 20
Time for Trussell
Whether you have five minutes or five hours, you can make Time for Trussell. By supporting our food banks and being a voice for change in your community, you can make a real difference to people in crisis. Our Time for Trussell pack is filled with a range of opportunities you can engage with – […]
15 Dec 19
Christmas Opening Times 2019
Please note the different times the Salvation Army foodbank centre is open on Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Monday 23rd December – OPEN as usual Tuesday 24th December – Open at Salvation Army 9.30 am – 11.30 am Christmas Day – CLOSED Boxing Day – CLOSED Friday 27th December – OPEN as usual Monday 30th December – […]
19 Nov 19
Reverse Advent Calendar 2019
This year’s reverse advent calendar can be found by clicking the link below. Reverse Advent Calendar 2019 (1) Thank you and Happy Christmas
20 Aug 19
Bank Holiday Closure
St John’s Church on Coventry Road, Hinckley will be closed on Bank Holiday Monday (26 August 2019). All other foodbank sessions will be open as usual after this date. Thank you.
6 Aug 19
Thanks to Brookside Fish Bar, Burbage
A huge thank you to Brookside Fish Bar in Burbage for feeding the Hinckley Area Foodbank warehouse volunteers every Tuesday. It is much appreciated and delicious.
2 Jul 19
Asda Collection Day on Tuesday 9th July 2019
Just a reminder that the next Asda collection day will be on Tuesday 9th July from 9.00 am until 4.30 pm. Our volunteers will be at Asda to talk to and collect donations. Thank you
2 Jul 19
Coming up on 13th July …… the Great Hinckley Baked Bean Swap
The Great Hinckley Baked Bean Swap will be on Saturday 13th July 2019. Click here to view the baked bean poster. Come along to St Mary’s Church in Hinckley between 10.00 am and 1.00 pm with a tin, jar or packet of food and swap it for a tin of baked beans. We look forward […]