HULL / AGILITYPR.NEWS / January 13, 2026 / HULL, UK – January 13, 2026 – Groundwork Yorkshire has announced the launch of a new community-led Meat Buying Club in Hull, designed to help local residents access high-quality, fresh meat at affordable prices. Launching this month, the initiative is a direct response to the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, ensuring that nutritious meals remain accessible to low-income households and families looking to stretch their budgets further.
In partnership with Nick Robins Butchers, an established Hessle Road business, Springhead Park Golf Club and Hull Church Housing the club offers a sustainable alternative to supermarket shopping. By pooling collective buying power, the club provides significant savings on essential meat products without compromising on quality.
Bridging the Gap for Smaller Households While many bulk-buy schemes cater to large families, the Groundwork Meat Buying Club is specifically designed to support smaller households that often miss out on supermarket volume discounts.
“We have seen firsthand how rising food costs are impacting local people,” said Karen Tozer, Programme Manager at Groundwork Yorkshire. “This club isn’t just about cheaper food; it’s about quality healthy options that are sustainably sourced. We are enabling residents to access quality meat from a local butcher and thus helping the local economy. The meat club will provide better quality produce than they might find in the budget aisle, alongside the tools and knowledge to cook nutritious meals for less.”
How It Works Members can subscribe to one of two weekly packs, with prices starting at just £10.50. Packs include staples such as chicken fillets, minced pork or beef, sausages, and back bacon.
To ensure families can make the most of every ingredient, every meat pack comes with a free support bundle, including:
Community Hubs & Collection The initiative operates through a network of local "Community Hubs" where members can collect their orders every Thursday. Confirmed hubs include:
Registration & Key Dates Registration opens on Thursday, January 15, 2026, with the first collection scheduled for Thursday, January 29. New members are invited to start with a no-obligation two-week trial before committing to full membership.
Call for New Hubs Groundwork is actively seeking other local organisations to join the network as collection hubs. Community groups or venues interested in supporting their local area can contact Karen Tozer directly.
About Groundwork Yorkshire Groundwork Yorkshire is a charity working locally and nationally to transform lives in the UK's most disadvantaged communities. We help people gain confidence and skills, get into training and work, protect and improve green spaces, and lead more active lives and overcome significant challenges such as fuel poverty and social isolation.
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