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May 2022
Bilton community centre to offer free meals as cost of living hits hard
A new group has been set up in Harrogate to help people hit hard by the rising cost of living.
Harrogate Free Meals is offering nutritious two-course meals at Bilton Community Centre on Thursday this week.
The organisation, which is backed by Presence Church, will provide free meals to anyone who turns up. It has promised a relaxed environment and a ‘no questions asked’ policy.
The initiative will continue until the middle of July, with the aim of taking some of the pressure off for those struggling amid the cost of living crisis.
Three free meal events are planned in June and two are planned in July.
Organiser David Vaux said:
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Mr Vaux added the evening is not just for people struggling financially, but for anyone feeling lonely post-lockdown who may want to meet people from the local area.
The meals will range from curry, bolognese and soup, and they are also hoping to provide a vegetarian option.
Mr Vaux asks that anyone with an allergy should get in contact beforehand at david@free-meal.co.uk so they can cater for this.
The centre will be open from 7-8pm.
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