Cheltenham Food Banks: Needed Items and Donation Points
The food banks nearest Cheltenham on a map, with the items each one needs, what not to donate, donation points and opening hours, and how to get in touch.
Food Banks Near Cheltenham
This page lists the food banks within ten miles of Cheltenham town centre, with a map and a table showing how far each one is, how many items it is asking for and when that list last changed. If you’d like to help people facing hardship in Cheltenham, open a food bank’s page to see exactly what it needs right now, what it already has plenty of, and where to drop donations off.
Three food banks serve Cheltenham itself:
- Cheltenham Foodbank, part of the Trussell network and based at Cheltenham Elim Church.
- Cheltenham Open Door, an independent charity supporting rough sleepers and vulnerable people.
- Springbank Community Group, an independent food bank at the Ron Smith Pavilion.
Nearby food banks in Gloucester, Tewkesbury and North Cotswold are listed too.
If money’s tight this term, our student guide to Cheltenham points to this page alongside other local budget help.
Food Banks at a Glance
- 6 food banks within 10 miles of Cheltenham town centre
- 37 places to drop off donations
- Most recent change to a list of needed items: Gloucester Foodbank, 11 September 2026
Map of Food Banks
Nearest Food Banks
| Food Bank | Network | Distance (miles) | Items Requested | List Last Changed | Postcode | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham Foodbank | Trussell | 0.34 | 9 | 2026-08-21 | GL50 3ED | |
| Cheltenham Open Door | Independent | 0.82 | 48 | 2025-03-30 | GL51 8HF | |
| Springbank Community Group | Independent | 1.88 | — | — | GL51 0LH | |
| Gloucester Foodbank | Trussell | 7.23 | 17 | 2026-09-11 | GL1 3NF | |
| Tewkesbury Foodbank | Trussell | 7.26 | 17 | 2026-06-03 | GL20 5RX | |
| North Cotswold Foodbank | Trussell | 9.31 | 12 | 2026-08-31 | GL54 5TZ |
Data from Give Food, published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 licence (CC BY 4.0). Checked every two hours. Lists of needed items are a guide, so check a food bank's own shopping list before you donate.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Donate to a Food Bank in Cheltenham?
- Open a food bank's page to see what it currently needs, what it has plenty of, and where you can drop donations off, including supermarket collection points and their opening hours.
Where Does This Information Come From?
- Give Food, a registered charity that keeps the UK's largest public database of food banks and the items they ask for. Each food bank's page links back to the original entry.
How Often Is It Updated?
- Every few hours. Food banks change what they need often, so the date each list last changed is shown next to it.
Is the List of Needed Items Complete?
- Treat it as a guide. Food banks often have more detail than a simple list can show, so check the food bank's own shopping list before you buy.
Do I Need a Referral to Get Help From a Food Bank?
- Many food banks ask for a referral from a professional such as a GP, school or advice charity. Contact the food bank first to check how it works.
Why Are Some Food Banks Outside Cheltenham Listed?
- The table shows every food bank within 10 miles of the town centre, so nearby places such as Gloucester and Tewkesbury are included.