Full Circle Food Project

23/04/2026

Italian Community Lunch 🇮🇹

You're warmly invited to join us for an Italian-inspired afternoon with delicious food, and great company. Come hungry and ready for a lovely afternoon!

For lunch, we will be having lasagne served with garlic bread and a fresh side salad.

📆Thursday 7th May 12:30-2pm

To book, scan the QR code or click here https://forms.office.com/e/ArpPS1zsr8?origin=lprLink

22/04/2026

Adult's Gardening Workshop 🥔

📆Thursday 30th April 1pm-2:30pm

Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn how to grow potatoes in a sack! 🌱

To book, either scan the QR code, or click here https://forms.office.com/e/PvsauKTx4i?origin=lprLink

21/04/2026

The Ashington Cycle Hub is open today from 10am-2pm!

Pop down any time for a bike repair, and check out what bikes we have on sale!

18/04/2026

Salad Saturday.

Help me with an argument - well slight disagreement!

When I grew up in the 80s there were 2 types of salad - a plate salad or the posher/newer version the toss salad. Play salad is pictured - toss salad was everything tossed 😂 - did anyone else have this?

…for extra question, when plating up does everyone have particular family places? And they must never stray!!! Or is that just me to? 😂

18/04/2026

This week marks 2 years since I became CEO of Full Circle Food Project 💚

When I started, the organisation was going through a lot of change. There was so much passion and potential, but also some real challenges behind the scenes.

Fast forward to now, and I honestly couldn’t be prouder of what we’ve achieved together.

In the last two years we have:

✨ Increased our income by 44%
✨ Built proper systems and structure to support our work
✨ Grown our team and amazing group of volunteers
✨ Created a strong identity and voice for the organisation
✨ Expanded into new areas and reached more people
✨ Built fantastic partnerships across the community

Most importantly, we’ve created a more stable, supportive and impactful organisation that is making a real difference every day.

Looking back through my two-year report really shows just how much has changed and how much hard work has gone into getting us here.

But what excites me most is what’s ahead.

There are so many opportunities, so much potential, and so many positive things still to come 🌱

A huge thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey, you’ve made it what it is.

Here’s to the next chapter.
Michelle X

17/04/2026

https://www.northumberlandgazette.co.uk/health/ashington-cycle-hub-enters-new-chapter-under-full-circle-food-project-6577568

Ashington’s Cycle Hub has marked a shift into a new phase of charity ownership with a community open day.

16/04/2026

We had a lovely morning with a visit from Brightside Adult Services today, gathering ideas to help shape our sensory garden.

From painted pebble paths and colourful bunting to a wildlife pond and welcoming entrance, the group shared so many creative ideas! We also explored the five senses, thinking about plants that look, feel, sound and smell amazing.

And of course, no visit is complete without getting stuck in, so we potted up some little lavenders, which we’ll plant along our garden fence once they’re ready 💜

We’re so excited to start bringing these ideas to life in the upcoming weeks, make sure to watch this space 👀

16/04/2026

Our Cycling Experience form is now open, please tell us about your cycling, how often you ride, how far you go, and what your bike skills are like.

https://forms.office.com/e/zByd6LjTPL?origin=lprLink

🚴 We’ve relaunched Ashington Cycle Hub and we want to hear from you!

Got a few minutes? Fill out our quick form to help us understand what gets people cycling, and what might be some barriers. Every response helps us make a difference ❤

Tell us about your cycling, how often you ride, how far you go, and what your bike skills are like.

https://forms.office.com/e/zByd6LjTPL?origin=lprLink

15/04/2026

🚴 We’ve relaunched Ashington Cycle Hub and we want to hear from you!

Got a few minutes? Fill out our quick form to help us understand what gets people cycling, and what might be some barriers. Every response helps us make a difference ❤

Tell us about your cycling, how often you ride, how far you go, and what your bike skills are like.

https://forms.office.com/e/zByd6LjTPL?origin=lprLink

15/04/2026

We’re excited to share that the Ashington Cycle Hub is very much moving forward and full of energy following yesterday’s relaunch

It was fantastic to welcome so many visitors, partners, and supporters through the doors. The atmosphere was buzzing, and it really showed just how much this space means to the community. There are already so many new opportunities developing, and we’re delighted to be expanding our opening by adding an extra day each week!!!

You’ll still see plenty of familiar faces, including our continued work alongside Cycle With Jan, and we’re also thrilled to have welcomed even more wonderful volunteers who are helping shape what comes next.

This is just the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the Ashington Cycle Hub, and we can’t wait to build it together with all of you 💚

15/04/2026

We’re delighted to share the outcomes of our Annual Meeting, a moment to reflect on an incredible year and look ahead to an exciting future.

A huge congratulations to 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐞 𝐋𝐲𝐚𝐥𝐥, who steps into the role of Chair. Anne brings a wealth of experience leading charities and a proven track record of strategic thinking, collaboration, and impact. She is a thoughtful, values-driven leader with a deep understanding of the sector, and we are incredibly fortunate to have her guiding the next chapter of our work.

We also want to recognise 𝐉𝐨𝐞 𝐉𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐬𝐨𝐧, who now takes on the role of 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫 after many years as Chair. As a founding member of the organisation back in 2014, Joe has been instrumental in shaping who we are today. His leadership has steered us through significant challenges, including the COVID years, with resilience, compassion, and unwavering commitment to our community. We are grateful that his experience and insight will continue to support us in this new role.

We’re also pleased to share that 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐬 have been re-elected. Their ongoing commitment, guidance and governance are vital to the organisation, providing strong direction and leadership as we continue to grow and develop.

This leadership transition comes at a time of real momentum for the organisation. Over the past year, we have:

🌱 Reached 𝟒,𝟎𝟕𝟖 participants through our programmes
🍽 Delivered 𝟐𝟓𝟎 𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 supporting healthier, more sustainable lives
👩‍🍳 Engaged 𝟐𝟎 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟕 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐬, contributing thousands of hours
📈 Increased our income 𝐛𝐲 𝟒𝟒%, strengthening our long-term sustainability

From food education and community growing to tackling food poverty and reducing waste, our work continues to create meaningful, lasting change. Participants are building skills, confidence and connections, with 𝟗𝟕% 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲.

None of this would be possible without 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐝𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦, 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬. Thank you for being part of this journey.

Here’s to the year ahead, with new leadership, continued collaboration, and even greater impact. 💚

14/04/2026

Welcome Ashington Cycle Hub 🚴

We kicked things off today with our first bike ride from Newbiggin and back, alongside bike workshops and a bike sale, great to see so many people getting involved!

We’re open every Tuesday from 10am–2pm, so come along to find out about our training opportunities, browse bikes for sale, or support us with a donation.

We also have a brand new website page, visit https://fcfp.org.uk/cycle-hub/ to check it out!