The Andover Food Partnership is a collaborative network of local organisations working together to create a fairer, healthier, and more sustainable food system for Andover and its surrounding communities.
Formed in 2021 through early conversations among local community groups, the partnership has developed into a thriving network made up of caterers, community gardens, supermarkets, small businesses, voluntary and faith-based organisations, and more. Together, they are working to ensure that everyone in Andover can access nutritious food, while also tackling food waste and promoting local food sourcing.
At the heart of the partnership’s approach is collaboration. By connecting public, private, and voluntary sector stakeholders, the partnership encourages a whole-systems approach to food — one that places sustainability, health, and community at its core.
The Andover Food Partnership is also a proud member of the Sustainable Food Places network, a national programme that offers valuable guidance, resources and tools to support local food partnerships across the UK. This connection further strengthens the partnership’s efforts and enables it to share in a wider movement for positive change in the way communities engage with food.
A key goal of the partnership is to keep food local — supporting Andover’s food economy, reducing environmental impact, and fostering a strong sense of place. The partnership also plays an active role in engaging residents through events, growing projects, workshops, and initiatives that empower individuals and communities to make healthier, more sustainable food choices.
Reflecting Andover’s identity as a historic market town, the partnership is committed to developing a food system that meets local needs while celebrating the town’s unique traditions. Through its continued work, the Andover Food Partnership is helping to build a stronger, healthier, and more connected future for all.
For more information about the partnership’s work and how to get involved, visit andoverfoodpartnership.co.uk.
