Wantage Larder
How it works
Community Larders distribute surplus food, helping reduce waste and bringing people together. Organised in partnership with SOFEA the Wantage Larder pops up in the Beacon on Friday afternoons. The food available through the Larder is greater in quantity and variety than from The Mix Community Fridge. Members pay a low cost subscription, making the Larder a useful option for anyone looking to make their money go further, however anyone can become a Larder member – all are welcome!
From time to time we have additional activities alongside the Larder, such as kids crafts during school holidays.
The Mix Community Fridge is also present at the Larder each week, offering free surplus food to anyone, whether a larder member or not.
Larder membership
Individual membership is £4.50 per week (£18 per month)
Individual members can collect up to 14 items per week, averaging around £12–£15 in value.
Family membership is £9 per week (£36 per month)
Family members can collect up to 28 items per week, averaging around £24 – £30 in value
Both memberships incur a one-off £10 joining fee.
Opening times & where we are
We are open on Friday afternoons in the Lockinge room at the Beacon, Portway, Wantage, OX12 9BX.
The Larder is open for 2 separate sessions: 1.45 – 3pm and 3.15 – 4.15pm.
On joining the larder you will be allocated to the first or second session depending on available spaces. We will do our best to accommodate your preferred choice where possible.
You can find out news from the Larder on our Facebook page.