The Pantry Nook & Hygiene Bank
The Pantry Nook is a community pantry and hygiene bank located in South Wigston.
14 Albion Street, South Wigston, LE18 4SA. It is a community-led initiative that differs from a traditional food bank by providing members with approximately a week's worth of food—including fresh meat, fruit, vegetables, and bread—for a small fee, £5.
Services & Support
- Community Pantry: Provides food to help individuals and families ease financial pressures for a membership fee of £5 per visit.
- Hygiene Bank: Offers essential hygiene products and toiletries to those experiencing hygiene poverty.
- Community Space: Provides a welcoming area for users to enjoy a hot drink and a chat.
- Signposting: Offers "wrap around" support by directing users to further professional services and aid.
Visiting Information
- Address: Elliott Hall For The Youth & Community, 14 Albion Street, South Wigston, LE18 4SA.
- Opening Hours: Thursdays, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
- Contact:
- Email: [email protected].
- Official Website: Pantry Nook Home.
Donations & Volunteering
The Pantry Nook relies on community support and regularly accepts donations to help those facing hardship.
- Items Needed: Non-perishable canned goods (soup, fish, fruit, vegetables), pasta, cereals, and hygiene products.
- Drop-off Points: Donations can be made through the community centre during operating hours.
- Fundraising: The project occasionally hosts events, such as pre-loved clothing sales at Elliott Hall, where all proceeds support the pantry's operations.
Pantry Nook Vinted Shop
The Pantry Nook runs a vinted page to support the weekly running costs. Please click link below to see the selection of clothing for all ages, branded some with labels.
All item sold will support the Pantry.
Buying & collecting of items
If you wish to buy an item, these items need to be collected as unable to post from venue:
14 Albion Street, South Wigston, Leicester, LE18 4SA.
You can arrange to collect items when group meets at venue or email to arrange a different day.