Lidl Carlisle

We are a small catholic school on the outskirts of Carlisle serving the community of Botcherby and the wider area. We would very much like to help our parents, carers and members of the community to come together to have meals or take food packages home during this time of food crisis. Many of our families regularly use the local food bank and in addition to that we make up food parcels for families over the school holidays.

As a Local Pantry, we go beyond the food bank model, creating a sustainable and long-term solution to food poverty. Members have reported improved financial positions, improved health and well-being and reduced isolation. The small weekly subscription of £4.50, enables members of this pantry to access up to approximately £25 worth of food from their own choosing, including fresh fruit and vegetables and store cupboard favourites. In return for the fee, Members can choose at least ten items of food each week, along with additional opportunities of volunteering and training. Membership is open to residents in the Carlisle City area.

Part of Carlisle Community Help: https://www.carlislecommunityhelp.co.uk/ Brampton Community Food operates a community food larder at Brampton Methodist Church on Fridays from 0930 am - 1230 pm. We are also a collection point for Carlisle Community Help's Affordable Food Hub.