Boost for Welton Larder
The Welton Larder has received a £1,000 towards its work in the community.
The volunteer-led initiative was set up in early 2020 as an outreach of Lincoln Community Larder to provide vital support to residents facing financial difficulties, health challenges, family hardships, or homelessness
Operating from St Mary’s Church in Welton every Thursday, the Larder not only offers free basic food items but also extends home deliveries to those unable to attend in person.
Visitors are welcomed with warmth, a hot drink, and a nourishing meal, creating a space to meet, talk, and seek advice in a supportive and inclusive environment.
In recognition of their extraordinary efforts, Councillor Diana Rodgers, West Lindsey District Council ward member for Dunholme and Welton, recently allocated £1,000 from her Councillor Initiative Fund (LCIF) to support the Larder during the festive season, which can be difficult for many people.
“The volunteers at The Welton Larder do an incredible job, and I am proud to be able to support their work through this contribution. Their dedication, especially during the festive season, is truly inspiring. They have not only provided essential items but have also brought Christmas joy to many families in need.
"Last Thursday, The Welton Larder delivered a total of 43 hampers, with 32 distributed to food bank attendees, including 11 families, and an additional 11 passed to families via local schools. Volunteers rallied together to collect, box, and wrap the hampers - a monumental task that they described as deeply rewarding.
"The team at The Welton Larder expressed their heartfelt gratitude to West Lindsey District Council and the wider community for the ongoing support that enables them to continue their life-changing work."
The Rev Paul Levins was behind the initiative to start Welton Larder during the pandemic. “The churches of the Welton area felt called to help local people struggling to put food on the table. We recognised that for some people it’s just too difficult or expensive to travel into Lincoln to access a food bank, so we wanted to provide a local service for our rural communities.”
Lincoln Community Larder opening times
Rosemary Lane - YMCA Annexe, Rosemary Lane, LN2 5AR
Tuesdays and Fridays from 1.30pm to 3.00pm
St Giles Methodist Church - Addison Drive, LN2 4LQ
Wednesday 11am to 12 noon and Friday 9.30am to 10.30am
St John the Baptist Parish Church Hall - Laughton Way, LN2 2ES
Wednesday 9.30am to 10.30am
St Mary's Church - Lincoln Road, Welton. LN2 3HZ
Thursday 1.30pm to 3.00pm
To find out more about Lincoln Community Larder or to make a food or financial donation, visit their website: www.lincolnlarder.co.uk/.