Can we help you?

If you think that we might be able to help you, here is the key information about our food bank:

1. We would love to meet you!

2. We can provide you with a variety of fruit/vegetables, bread, dry food, toiletries and household items.

3. As a registered charity, we need to demonstrate to the Charity Commission that we meet our stated purpose, which is the prevention or relief of poverty. We need to show that our guests satisfy the criteria for being in need. For your first visit, we will ask for the following:
a) Photo ID (e.g. passport, driving licence, travel/freedom card)

b) EITHER a referral from a professional body/person OR evidence of one of the following within the last 12 months:

• receiving benefits

• having no recourse to public funds (NRPF)

• being on a low income or in debt (temporary hardship)

c) Proof of address within the last 12 months

Our friendly registration team will meet all guests to check entitlement and if possible direct them to support in dealing with such issues as debt, access to work support and housing.

4. We are open every Thursday between 10.30-1 at Middle Lane Methodist Church. The address and a map is on the Contact Us page of this website.

5. You might want to bring a sturdy bag with wheels to carry the food home.

6. Children are more than welcome.

7. If you cannot attend in person, we might be able to deliver food to you. Please email us at wearehornsey@gmail.com to find out more.