THE Jubilee Hub is celebrating three years of service to the community in Saffron Walden.
The hub was launched in April 2023 through a partnership between Saffron Walden Town Council (SWTC), Uttlesford Community Action Network (UCAN), and Enterprise East Group CIC.
Its aim was to offer inclusive activities and a supportive environment for everyone.
Over the past three years it has continued to grow, serving as a place where people can socialise, take part in activities or join support groups.
A spokesperson for Saffron Walden Town Council said: "The town council was delighted to extend the service offering at the Jubilee Hub with the opening of the kitchen in October 2025.
"This brought a new and welcomed addition to the raft of community activities at Jubilee Hub, providing an affordable lunch and opportunities to meet friends old and new, in a warm, safe and accessible setting."
Clive Emmett, chief officer at UCAN, added: "We are thrilled that the kitchen is alive again, offering affordable lunches and companionship at Jubilee Hub.
"Everyone is welcome, please do come and join us."
A community fridge, managed by UCAN, was introduced in February 2024 to help reduce food waste.
Stocked with fresh produce donated by food outlets in the area, the fridge is open to everyone and supplies items such as fruit, vegetables, bread and drinks.
During winter, a grant from Essex County Council enabled the fridge to regularly provide fresh fruit and vegetables.
Clive said: "UCAN as part of the Jubilee Hub Partnership are extremely pleased to have been able to make use of such important funding from ECC to support the local community when people are finding the price of food a real challenge.
"Our Community Fridge in Jubilee Hub has been an important resource to our local residents and families in need at this particularly difficult time of year."
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The Saffron Walden Town Council spokesperson added: "Making good use of this food is not only a great way to supplement the Uttlesford Foodbank offer for residents, but also reduces food wastage in our town."
The fridge is open on weekdays from 9.30am to 4pm.
Businesses who would like to get involved can email connect@ucan.org.uk.
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