Welcome to The Rural Plate Project
your local mobile community pantry.
We bring fresh food and essential groceries directly to communities .
we don't care if your a millionaire rich or poor we all need to eat 🤣
our project is for everyone we are trying to stop food waste save landfill, support your community and save a fortune off your shopping bill !!
pay it forwards 💕
by supporting us by making a donation we can then help those who cannot afford to make a donation by giving them the food .
we believe no one should go hungry please message if you need some help We want to stop stigma no shame,No judgement. Just support. 💛
because none of us know when we may be effected by hard times unexpectedly out of our control it happens !!
How it works
Our mobile pantry operates on a regular schedule, we Charge £5 donation
for your donation you get a basket full of fresh seasonal vedgetables and fruit , bread, cakes , biscuits , sauces , tins, pasta, rice and frozen by arrangement .
We are bringing essential groceries directly to individuals and families in rural villages in East Cambridgeshire.
We are doing this to ensures that fresh, affordable food is available right where you need it and it saves a fortune on your shopping bill.
We are doing this because we hate the idea of food being wasted .
we are saving landfill ,helping the planet,saving a fortune on food shopping .
We work to redistribute surplus food, minimising waste and maximising impact.
The best part is we all love a bargain and that is what you will get !!
by supporting our cause you are helping your community by paying a donation for your food hamper you help us carry on going each day.
covering our running costs and this enables us to buy more fresh produce daily and help us to help those who aren't so lucky that cannot afford a donation because we give them the food for free.
we operate on a set schedule so we can be relied apon weekly .
we are now able to offer a delivery service for anyone that cannot get to us due to sickness , disability or being at work during the day
we ask for a small extra cost of £2 to cover fuel cost
Support our efforts to redirect surplus food stop food waste save landfill and save your shopping bill !!
Please tell all your friends family and neighbours about our project .
you can find us on Facebook instagram and tiktok
Build community
Community coming together☺️
Please support us paying it forward by supporting us buying food hampers each week.
it helps us support those who can't afford a donation and enables us to give them the food for free.
please support your local community
tell your friends , neighbours, dr surgery's , schools , colleges , playgroups , warm hubs , community groups
we believe no one should go hungry !! 💕
About The Rural Plate Project
Born from a passion to support our local community, The Rural Plate Project is more than just a pantry – it's a connection point. We are a small, dedicated team committed to providing dignified access to essential food items. Our operations are guided by principles of quality, integrity, and a deep-seated belief in the power of community support.
Your support matters
Every contribution, whether through donations, volunteering, or spreading the word, helps us nourish more families and strengthen our community bonds. Together, we can create a sustainable food support system for everyone in East Cambridgeshire.
"The Rural Plate Project has been a lifeline for my family. Access to fresh, affordable food has made a huge difference."
Sarah K.
"Volunteering with The Rural Plate Project is incredibly rewarding. Seeing the direct impact we have on people's lives is inspiring."
David L.
"It's wonderful to see a project like this in our community, making healthy eating accessible for everyone."
Fatima A.
Get in touch
Our location
The Rural Plate Project
Ely
Cambridgeshire
United Kingdom