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Community Fridge - The Fridge is at the Methodist Chapel in Piercy End. If you have anything to donate, please bring it along on any soon as possible after opening time, especially for perishables. For opening times, visit the Facebook page by clicking the title.
Although the food is free, a donation is expected to help with administrative costs.


Ryedale Community Food Bank - Ryedale Community Food Bank is an independent foodbank, entirely operated by 70 volunteers in Norton, Pickering and Kirkbymoorside.

The client sessions are

KIRKBYMOORSIDE on Thursday mornings 9.30-11.30 at the Methodist Hall. 07821664764
Donations can be made at Spar and the Co-op Kirkbymoorside
PICKERING on Thursdays 4-6pm at the Hungate Centre. 07821664765
NORTON, MALTON on Wednesdays 10-12 and Fridays 1-3pm at 7a Howe Road, Norton. 01653 228118 in office hours.
Note: Food parcels can be delivered by arrangement.
Email: general@ryedalecommunityfoodbank.co.uk for more information
A referral is normally required from the organisations below but self referrals will be considered for emergencies.
Food Parcel Vouchers are available from :
Ryedale House, Malton, 01653 600666 or visit during opening hours Tuesday & Thursday 9:30am - 12:30pm.
Malton Citizens Advice (CANY), 0808 2787900 or visit during opening hours Wednesday & Thursday 10:00am - 12:30pm.

Local Schools, Health Services and other support organisations can also refer to us for food parcels.


Thursday Lunch Club - The Thursday Lunch Club is held in the Methodist Hall next door to the Methodist Church on Pearcy End, every Thursday between the beginning of September and the end of April. It begins at 12.30 pm and provides a hot, two course lunch as well as a warm space and the chance to socialise and help combat loneliness.

The plan originally was to cater for the more senior members of the community but ages range from early 20s to mid 90s. There is no cost but donations are welcome. if anyone is interested please contact Rhys Thomas on 07813 529434 or by email at thomas6ad@btinternet.com.