The South West Food Collective
The South West Food Collective makes collections of surplus food from food suppliers, food retailers, and/or from the catering and events industries, and redistributes this food to local charitable organisations providing food to disadvantaged people. We work primarily in south-west England but our operations also extend across the southern UK.
Activities & Mission
The South West Food Collective makes collections of surplus food from food suppliers, food retailers, and/or from the catering and events industries, and redistributes this food to local charitable organisations providing food to disadvantaged people. We work primarily in south-west England but our operations also extend across the southern UK.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £0 | £741 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £1,457 | £160 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2022 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2021 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2020 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 25 |
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Frequently asked questions about The South West Food Collective
What does The South West Food Collective do?
The South West Food Collective makes collections of surplus food from food suppliers, food retailers, and/or from the catering and events industries, and redistributes this food to local charitable organisations providing food to disadvantaged people. We work primarily in south-west England but our operations also extend across the southern UK.
When was The South West Food Collective registered as a charity?
The South West Food Collective was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 July 2018 as charity number 1179238. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs The South West Food Collective?
The South West Food Collective is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The South West Food Collective operate?
The South West Food Collective operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The South West Food Collective a registered charity?
Yes — The South West Food Collective is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1179238.
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- 2 November 2026
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