Loose Ends Newbury
A Hot Meal and a Warm Welcome
Loose Ends Newbury is a well established drop-in centre for anyone in our community who may otherwise go without a hot meal. We welcome people who are homeless, lonely or vulnerable as well as those who are simply struggling to make ends meet. We are a registered charity and are run entirely by unpaid volunteers.
As well as providing nutritious food, clothes, and other essentials we offer a safe friendly space where people can socialise. We also liaise with other agencies who may be able to help our clients so that together, we can make a difference to people’s lives.
Our Opening Times
Monday 12.30pm - 1.30pm Lunch
Tuesday 12.30pm - 1.30pm Lunch Wednesday 09.30am - 11.00am Breakfast
Friday 09.30am - 11.00am Breakfast
Sunday 2.00pm - 3.30pm Lunch
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Last meal is served 15 minutes before closing
Free meals
for families
Northcroft Kitchen provides a free hot meal every Thursday at 3.30pm for any parent/carer, and their children, struggling with the cost of living. We serve nutritious food with a vegetarian choice and delicious puddings in a family friendly environment where the adults can relax and the children play. Please just come along to Newbury
Cricket Club in Northcroft Lane or if you want to find out more
email us at northcroftkitchen@looseendsnewbury.org
​or call 07907 122007
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THURSDAYS - 3.30pm - 4.45pm
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Five Stars Again!
We aim to provide good quality, nutritious food at all our sessions - which also tastes great!
Maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety is of the utmost importance to us. We were therefore delighted that after our visit from Food Standards Agency in September we were again awarded the top 5* rating.
Could you be a Loose Ends Trustee?
We're looking for enthusiastic people who want to join us in the governance of our charity. As a Trustee you will part of a team overseeing our policies, strategies and operations helping us continue our work supporting those in need in our community.
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If you are interested and want to find out more please email recruitment@looseendsnewbury.org
Can you help with food for our clients?
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We always grateful for donations of tinned food (meat, fish, baked beans, veg, custard, rice pudding), or packets of food such as pasta, rice and cereal. Please look at our contact page to see how to get in touch with us to arrange delivery to us or telephone: 07444 324686 and leave a message.
Our Objectives
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Assist the homeless and vulnerable in the Newbury area by providing a drop in centre open to all adults in need and additionally help families in need at our Northcroft Kitchen sessions
- Serve a meal during each session
- Distribute donated or purchased food during designated sessions
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- Distribute donated toiletries and clothing
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- Guide ('signpost') clients to other agencies or charities that may be able to offer more help as needed
- Show compassion and acceptance to all
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The King's Award for Voluntary Service 2024
Community Group of the Year 2020 - Supported by Greenham Trust
"Lovely people. Amazing food" Loose Ends Client