Worcester Foodbank expansion will give client support new lease of life

Worcester Foodbank has been given the green light to expand its warehouse as it bids to strengthen its support for thousands of struggling households.

Having outgrown its home for the past decade on Lowesmoor Wharf, the charity has completed a deal that will allow it to extend its operations into a neighbouring business unit.  

The move has been in the making for the past 18 months and will allow foodbank to provide a broader range of support services for its clients, as well as increased storage space and a more welcoming environment for its clients, staff and volunteers.

Over the next few months the newly-acquired unit will be transformed into a space where clients can receive emotional support or access services provided by Citizens Advice, including budget planning and advice on benefits. It will also house office space and meeting rooms for foodbank’s team and a new storage area for incoming donations.

Foodbank’s existing warehouse – which distributed 14,244 emergency food parcels in 2025 - will also receive a facelift with the creation of a new reception and serving area for clients, meaning they no longer have to queue outside.

Grahame Lucas, Manager of Worcester Foodbank, said: “It’s long been our ambition to expand the support we offer our clients but rising demand for food and uncertainty over the future of the Lowesmoor Wharf site made that very challenging.”

“With the brilliant backing of our new landlord, we can now plan for the future with the security and space we need to provide more than just food – whether that’s offering the comfort of a listening ear or equipping people with the advice and skills they need to get back on their feet.”

A number of businesses have supported the move with Poundland donating shelving, Dulux providing £400 worth of paint and staff from Severn Trent Water set to give their time to decorate the storage area.