Welcome
The Winchester Basics Bank provides emergency food and clothing and is available for all people in the city and surrounding area.
In addition, during the holiday periods, we supply food to families with children who normally get free school meals and we support other local food charities targeted at low income households
We are a charity founded and supported by local churches and aided by caring organisations, individuals and Winchester City Council.
Get help
If you are in need of emergency food and/or clothing, the Basics Bank is here to help you in the following ways:
Energy Bills
Are you struggling to pay for your fuel? Citizens Advice, Winchester can help. If you are unable to contact them yourself, please ask one of us and we can refer you (call us on 01962 855774).
We are open to receive clients every Monday to Friday in at least one of our 4 locations in Winchester or Alresford.
See our Find us page for more details of our opening times.
If you have any questions, please visit our FAQ page where we hope you will find the answers you need.
Testimonials
Give help
You can give to the Basics Bank in several ways: