Bristol North West Foodbank
Also known as: Bristol Nw Foodbank
Working in Bristol NW we help to alleviate poverty through the provision of food parcels to those in crisis, in partnership with local care agencies who refer clients in crisis to us. As part of our service we signpost to other care agencies, advice services and support agencies to try and help alleviate the clients immediate crisis that is causing their need to use the Foodbank.
Activities & Mission
Working in Bristol NW we help to alleviate poverty through the provision of food parcels to those in crisis, in partnership with local care agencies who refer clients in crisis to us. As part of our service we signpost to other care agencies, advice services and support agencies to try and help alleviate the clients immediate crisis that is causing their need to use the Foodbank.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 92% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1815). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 53% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £718,591 | £859,594 | £859,594 | £288,964 | £267,941 | 16 / 110 |
| 2024 | £582,866 | £705,912 | £705,912 | £429,968 | £394,228 | 16 / 100 |
| 2023 | £604,252 | £604,400 | £604,400 | £553,013 | £496,210 | 11 / 113 |
| 2022 | £684,102 | £518,087 | £518,087 | £545,050 | £373,447 | 8 / 100 |
| 2021 | £710,871 | £416,893 | £416,893 | £369,035 | £369,035 | 6 / 100 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Bristol North West Foodbank
What does Bristol North West Foodbank do?
Working in Bristol NW we help to alleviate poverty through the provision of food parcels to those in crisis, in partnership with local care agencies who refer clients in crisis to us. As part of our service we signpost to other care agencies, advice services and support agencies to try and help alleviate the clients immediate crisis that is causing their need to use the Foodbank.
How much income did Bristol North West Foodbank report in 2025?
Bristol North West Foodbank reported total income of £719k and reported expenditure of £860k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Bristol North West Foodbank?
Bristol North West Foodbank has a program ratio of 119.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 92% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1815 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Bristol North West Foodbank registered as a charity?
Bristol North West Foodbank was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 June 2012 as charity number 1147727. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Bristol North West Foodbank?
Bristol North West Foodbank is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Andrew James Murray. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bristol North West Foodbank operate?
Bristol North West Foodbank operates in Bristol City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Bristol North West Foodbank a registered charity?
Yes — Bristol North West Foodbank is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1147727.
Details
St. Andrews Church
Avonmouth Road
BRISTOL
BS11 9EN
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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