A few of us started buying bulk orders
of wholefoods together. It meant we
could afford to buy quality organic
food. As more people became interested
It seemed to make sense to set up
officially and open the service to
all people on low incomes in and around
Hebden Bridge. We started operating
as Calder Food Group in November 2002
out of a friend's kitchen.
What we do
Thanks to a start up grant of £500
from the Community Foundation for
Calderdale, we were able to buy a
stack of food staples and storage
containers. We aim to order in bulk
from a wholesalers at least once a
month. A range of basic goods are
kept in stock at the group so people
can weigh out their required amount.
Other items can be bought in bulk
by members in our regular group order,
providing they are paid for up front.
Members can also request items to
be stocked by the group if they will
be purchased regularly.
How the group runs
We work on a not-for-profit basis
along co-operative principles. This
means that everyone who joins the
food group as a member is responsible
for making it work. All members are
included in decision making at regular
scheduled meetings.
Minutes of the meetings will be available
for everyone to see.
Goods that are available
We try to stock organic / fair trade
products whenever possible. Goods
that are kept in stock are vegan,
but it is possible to order your own
non-vegan goods in the group order.
Due to health & safety restrictions
the group can only stock dry / pre-packaged
goods. Examples of stocked goods:
soya milk, grains, oils, teas, washing
powder, pulses, seeds, nuts, sugar,
salt... A full list
of goods and prices is available.
All food is subject to a 5% mark up
to cover costs.
