How the Food Pantry works: 

Opening times starting from 2nd October 2025 

  • Thursday's: 13:30 - 15:30
  • Monday's: 11:45 - 13:45

Students can drop in anytime between this time and take up to 6 items from the pantry.

Items stocked include:

  • food cupboard essentials
  • cleaning products
  • toiletries
  • condoms
  • pregancy tests 
  • sanitary products 

We ask for your library card username to ensure you are a student. You can decline showing your library card if you do not feel comfortable.  

We’re incredibly grateful to  ManiLife for their generous donation of peanut butter and peanuts to the SU Food Pantry. Their kindness helps us continue providing food items to students in need.

FAQ’s:

How to find the SU Food Pantry?

The SU Food Pantry is in 1 East, Room 3.11. It's next to the printer and has a sign outside the door.

Option 1 – From Norwood House North: 

  • Start at the Norwood House North Level 2 lift, accessed by going down the corridor to the left of the Market in the SU building. 
  • Go to Level 3 using either the stairs or the lift. 
  • Follow the corridor around until you see the printer - the Food Pantry is located to the right of the printer. 

Option 2 – From The Plug: 

  • Go to the Plug in the SU building and head to the area with the pool tables.  
  • Go through the door in the corner of that space - this leads you to 1 East Level 3. 
  • Follow the corridor around. The Food Pantry is next to the printer.

How many items can I take? 

We ask students to take a maximum of 6 items per visit.

Are there options for students with dietary requirements?  

We have a range of items including vegan and gluten-free options. Including soya milk, gluten-free fusilli, gluten-free cornflakes. We encourage students to leave the ‘free from’ items for students with dietary requirements. 

Can I take items for other students? 

No, it is only 6 items per individual.

Do I need to bring ID?

Yes. Please bring your University of Bath library card, we will use this to ensure you are a University of Bath student.  

Presenting your library card is helpful but not required – you may decline if you do not feel comfortable. 

Do I need to book or sign-up in advance? 

No booking is required. The Pantry is drop-in during opening hours.

Resources to help with students struggling financially: 

University of Bath’s Cost of living advice and support for students: Cost of living advice and support for students 

Student blog on budgeting at university: How to Budget at University | Student bloggers 

Booking a 1:1 appointment with Student Money Advice via email studentmoneyadvice@bath.ac.uk or online Making an appointment or attending a drop-in session with Student Money Advice 

University of Bath’s Financial Support Fund – a safety net for students in financial difficulty: Applying for the University of Bath Financial Support Fund 

Short term loans for students with temporary cash flow problems: Short-term loans