Projects

Helping communities access good food

If you’re struggling to afford or access good food, there are a number of community initiatives that could help you

Access to food

CAVS

Everyone has the right to good food but if you live in Carmarthenshire and are struggling to afford or access food, there are a number of systems in place to help, which are signposted on the CAVS website: Cymunedau Cysylltiedig Sir Gâr / Connected Communities Sir Gâr (padlet.com)

Foothold Cymru

Foothold Cymru’s Warm Welcome Space’ is a space for everyone to warm up, stay connected, receive advice, and enjoy a hearty lunch. It’s perfect for those looking to make new connections, save on energy bills, and unwind in a cozy environment. Click here for more information.

Cegin Hedyn

A volunteer-run canteen deeply committed to making a difference. Its “pay what you can” philosophy ensures that everyone has access to nutritious, delicious meals, regardless of financial means.  Find out more here.

Latest news

Read the latest news and blogs from Bwyd Sir Gâr Food.

  • Small Grants for Food Activities

    Small Grants for Food Activities

    Bwyd Sir Gâr Food is offering six grants of £2,000 to fund activities aimed at eliminating inequality, promoting equality, and fostering good relations between people. The grants are available to community organisations across Carmarthenshire, and this fund is aimed specifically to enable and amplify participation of members of groups with…

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  • Fruits of our labour

    Fruits of our labour

    In December 2024, an event was held at Yr Egin, Carmarthen to celebrate the work of the food partnership across the year. The day was led by Adam Jones (Adam yn yr Ardd) and was full of interesting discussions, presentations and knowledge sharing about the food system across Carmarthenshire. Augusta…

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  • Local Sprouts being served on Christmas Day in Carmarthenshire’s Care Homes

    Local Sprouts being served on Christmas Day in Carmarthenshire’s Care Homes

    Sprouts grown on a farm in Llanarthne will be delivered to all Carmarthenshire County Council run care homes to be enjoyed by the residents on Christmas Day. The sprouts have been organically grown, harvested and processed at Carmarthenshire County Council’s Bremenda Isaf Farm as part of a food systems development…

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Welsh Veg in Schools

We’re working with Food Sense Wales to develop new local agro-ecological supply chains into schools – so our children can enjoy locally grown fresh vegetables at lunchtimes.

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