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Directors' report period ended
The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 31 January 2026
Principal activities of the company
Additional information
Income comprises grants, voluntary donations and bank interest. All food is provided free of charge. Residents are not required to make a donation in order to receive food or support from the service. Donations are entirely voluntary and are used to support the running costs of the project. Capital contributions received from Central Bedfordshire Council during the period were treated as capital contributions and recognised within reserves. The funding was provided specifically to support the establishment and long-term operation of the project, including equipment and infrastructure costs, rather than day-to-day revenue activity. The company had no employees during the period. No director received remuneration or reimbursement of expenses during the period.
Directors
The directors shown below have held office during the whole of the period from
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31 January 2026
The above report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions in part 15 of the Companies Act 2006
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Status: Director
The notes form part of these financial statements
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The primary purpose of Mid Bedfordshire Community Fridge CIC is to deliver the Toddington Community Fridge service, a community-led surplus food redistribution project with a clear two-fold purpose: to prevent good food from going to waste and to support local residents affected by the high cost of living who are struggling to make ends meet. The project began in August 2024 as a partnership between St George’s Church of England and Flitwick Town Council, operating as an extension of the established Flitwick Community Fridge service. In January 2025, the project transitioned to independent operation as Mid Bedfordshire Community Fridge CIC, enabling a sharper focus on the specific needs of Toddington while maintaining strong governance, safeguarding and operational standards. These accounts represent the first year of operation as a Community Interest Company. Toddington Community Fridge operates every Saturday morning from Wilkinson Hall, providing a consistent and reliable surplus food distribution service that residents can plan around. The service is used by approximately 50 families each week. Surplus food is collected by volunteers in Flitwick and transported to Toddington each week using shared infrastructure and facilities. This collaborative model allows the project to benefit from established collection routes and food hub facilities while keeping local operating costs low. The service is delivered by a dedicated team of local volunteers who set up the space, welcome residents and provide support each week. Their involvement ensures the project remains community-led, welcoming and sustainable, while helping to create a safe and inclusive environment for everyone who attends. During May 2025, the project was awarded a 5-star food hygiene rating. All food is provided free of charge. The project is funded through grants and voluntary donations. Residents are welcome to make a donation towards the running costs of the service if they wish, however there is no requirement or expectation for anyone to contribute financially in order to receive food or support. This helps ensure the service remains accessible to all residents regardless of background or circumstance. Alongside the open weekly sessions, the project provides bespoke support for residents facing more acute hardship. During the year, support was provided to 16 households in Toddington through tailored interventions including regular food parcels for families unable to attend Saturday sessions, Christmas hampers and food vouchers funded through the UK Household Support Fund. The project has established strong working relationships with local schools and community organisations, enabling trusted referrals and coordinated support for vulnerable households. Through these partnerships, Toddington Community Fridge has also supported refugee families living locally, ensuring assistance is delivered sensitively, consistently and with dignity. During the year, the project continued to face increasing demand at the same time as supermarkets reduced the volume of surplus food available for redistribution. In response, the company strengthened supplier partnerships, introduced additional food sources through membership of the SOFEA Community Larder scheme and adapted its operating model to help ensure the service remains resilient and responsive to local need.
No consultation with stakeholders
No remuneration was received
No transfer of assets other than for full consideration
This report was approved by the board of directors on
4 May 2026
And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Andrew James Snape
Status: Director