Food Support and Advice January 2026

 

January can be a tough time. After the costs of Christmas and with cold, dark days, many people feel the pressure financially, emotionally, or socially. If you’re worried about money, struggling with food costs, or feeling isolated, you’re not alone — and there is help available. 

Across Great Linford Parish, there are welcoming spaces offering practical advice, affordable meals, food support and friendly company. 

 

✅ Get Advice and Support 

If you need help with benefits, budgeting, debt, housing or other concerns, Citizens Advice drop in sessions are available every week. No appointments needed. 

 

Citizen’s Advice Drop Ins 

 

Tuesday, 10:00am – 1:00pm 

Conniburrow Community Centre, MK14 7DX 

(For Great Linford and Bradwell parish residents) 

 

Thursdays, 10:00am – 1:00pm 

Great Linford Parish Office, MK14 5HA 

(For Great Linford and Stantonbury parish residents) 

Friendly advisers can help you understand your options and support you to take the next steps. 

 

🥗 Food Support and Affordable Meals 

If food costs are worrying you, there are several ways to access free, low cost or surplus food locally. 

 

Great Linford Community Fridge 

Monday 11:30am – 12:30pm 

Great Linford Community Hub, 2a St Leger Court 

 

Conniburrow Community Fridge Wednesday 3:30pm – 5:00pm Friday 1:00pm – 2:30pm 

Conniburrow Community Hub 

 

Downs Barn Larder Tuesday 11:00 am–12:30 pm Cross & Stable, Downs Barn Blvd MK14 7RZ 

 

Food Bank Parcels & Girl Packs 

Available from Great Linford Parish Office 

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 9:00am – 4:00pm 

Wed: 9:00am – 12:00pm 

 

Store cupboard items available at low cost: 

Conniburrow Food Bank Top Up Shop 

Tuesday 10:00am – 11:30am 

 

Great Linford Food Bank Top Up Shop 

Thursday 11:00am – 12:00pm 

 

Sometimes the best support is company, warmth and a friendly chat. These local cafés and social spaces are open to everyone and offer low cost food and a welcoming atmosphere. 

 

Breakfast & Banter – Monday 9:30am – 11:30am Great Linford Parish Office 

 

Great Linford Community Hub -Monday 1:00pm – 3:00pm, Thursday 10:00am – 3:00pm and Friday 12:00pm – 3:00pm 

 

Conniburrow Social Space – Tuesday 9:30am – 1:00pm Conniburrow Community Centre 

 

Downs Barn Café – Tuesday 10:15am – 12:15pm Cross & Stable, Downs Barn 

 

Great Linford Social Club – Tuesday 12:00pm – 3:00pm Hot meal £2 or free hot drink and cake 

 

Coffee on the Corner – Wednesday 10:30am – 12:30pm The Salvation Army, Conniburrow 

 

5 Ways Café - 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month, 11:00am – 1:00pm St. Andrew’s Church, Great Linford 

These spaces are safe, friendly and open to all — whether you want a meal, a chat, or some company. 

 

Reducing isolation isn’t just about food. Creative and social activities help boost wellbeing. 

Creative Space – Arts for Health 

Saturday 10:00am – 12:00pm Conniburrow Community Hub 

 

Youth Café (ages 11–17) 

Friday 6:30pm – 8:30pm, term time 

Conniburrow Community Centre