Citizens Advice Expands Local Advice Service in Tadcaster and Wetherby Through Partnership with Wetherby and District Foodbank

Citizens Advice is strengthening its local presence in Tadcaster, North Yorkshire, and Wetherby, West Yorkshire, by partnering with the Wetherby and District Foodbank’s Community Café and Advice Hubs, delivering free, confidential, face-to-face guidance in accessible, community-based settings.

North Yorkshire Citizens Advice and Law Centre, said, “We’re delighted to be opening new Citizens Advice hubs in Wetherby and Tadcaster, providing free, face-to-face support directly to the community. Accessible services like these are vital in providing local support that may not have always been readily available. By offering early advice in familiar, welcoming settings, we can support people to resolve issues sooner and improve their overall wellbeing.”

Through this initiative, residents can access practical advice on issues such as benefits, budgeting, debt, housing, and managing ongoing cost-of-living pressures, all within welcoming and familiar environments. By embedding advice services within existing community spaces, the partnership aims to support people earlier, helping them address challenges before they reach crisis point.

The community cafés already provide a valuable space for people to connect, access light refreshments, and seek informal support. The introduction of Citizens Advice builds on this foundation, ensuring individuals and families can access trusted, professional guidance at an early stage across a wide range of issues, helping them to make informed decisions and improve their financial resilience.

Rebecca Lythe, Chair of Trustees at Wetherby and District Foodbank, said:
“At a time of rising household costs, this partnership is an important step in ensuring people can access professional support, at the right time, in a place where they already feel comfortable and supported, in the heart of their community. It allows us to offer a more joined-up approach, helping people, not only with immediate concerns, but also to socialise, build confidence and find longer-term solutions. By offering this service locally we’re improving accessibility, helping people address challenges early, avoid escalating difficulties, and feel more in control of their situation.”

In Tadcaster, sessions take place every Wednesday from 10.00am to 12 noon at The Barn (term time) and the Methodist Church (NY school holidays).

In Wetherby, the Community Café & Advice Hub runs every Friday from 10.00am to 12 noon at St James’ Church Room, Church Street.

Laura Chalmers, Area Manager for Yorkshire and Humberside – Trussell Trust, commented, “This integrated approach helps address the underlying causes of financial hardship, supporting people to move towards greater stability, resilience and independence, ultimately reducing the food bank need.”

By combining community connection with early access to expert advice, the cafés in Tadcaster and Wetherby are helping to create a stronger local support network; one that focuses on prevention, resilience, and empowering people to navigate challenges before they become overwhelming.

Contact:
Hayley Dodsworth, Project Coordinator
Wetherby and District Foodbank
Email: [email protected]

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