Banstead Pantry launches to give access to affordable food

We’re really pleased to announce there is a brand-new Pantry opening on Banstead High Street in early September. Banstead Pantry is a community supermarket offering affordable and healthy groceries.

We’ve partnered with Good Company Surrey and Reigate and Banstead Borough Council to fund this initiative, as part of our community investment.

How to shop at Banstead Pantry

You’ll need to become a member, which is free, then you’ll pay £5 for a shop. Members can shop once a week, usually on the same day and time each week. For just £5 per shop, you’ll get a basket of food worth around £30-35. You can use Banstead Pantry like you would any other shop and choose from available food items including fresh meat, dairy and vegetables.

Membership and registration

Membership isn’t means-tested, so you don’t need to prove financial hardship; though we you will need to fill a membership form about the support you need.

You need to live in SM7, KT18 or KT20 postcode areas to be eligible for membership, as spaces are limited. Banstead Pantry can serve 170 members at a time, so register quickly. Applications will open online soon but in the meantime, please contact our Moneywise to register your interest by raising an enquiry on MyRaven or calling 0300 123 3399.

Visit the Epsom Pantry

Throughout August, Epsom Pantry will open every Wednesday afternoon for potential Banstead Pantry customers. This gives you a chance to see what Banstead Pantry will be like and meet the manager, Ashley. If you’d like to visit on the 7th, 14th, 21st or 28th August, then let us know, and we’ll send you the details. If you need help with transportation to Epsom, we can help with this too. Contact our Moneywise team by raising an enquiry on MyRaven or calling 0300 123 3399.

Additional support

Banstead Pantry staff and partners also offer support with money management, benefits, cooking advice, and job support.

We look forward to welcoming you to Banstead Pantry and seeing the positive impact it will have on our community!