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What’s been happening at BLOT - community stories, project updates, partnerships and the moments that matter.

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A crate of food from the Emergency Hub: fresh vegetables, fruit, cereal and tins

Impact Stories

More Than Food: A Conversation That Helped Change a Life

Sometimes, the most important support someone receives is not what they originally came looking for.

1 October 2026

Crates of fruit and vegetables outside the Community Hub window

Community Stories

More Than a Shop: The Heart of Our Community in Bugle

At the heart of Bugle is a Community Hub offering much more than food and everyday essentials. It's a welcoming place to find practical support, connect with others and discover opportunities, whatever your circumstances.

30 September 2026

The BLOT Community Hub shopfront on Fore Street, Bugle, with crates of fruit and vegetables outside

Partnerships

Welcoming Local MP Noah Law to BLOT

We were pleased to welcome St Austell and Newquay MP Noah Law to BLOT on 23 September for a positive conversation about our community work, the challenges local residents are facing and opportunities to strengthen support across our area.

24 September 2026

A smiling older woman holding a bag of bread and food

Impact Stories

A Major Milestone: Over 177,000 Meals Provided Since 2020

We've reached an incredible milestone at BLOT, providing the equivalent of more than 177,000 meals through our food redistribution work since 2020. It's an achievement made possible by volunteers, partners and a community committed to helping one another.

16 September 2026

People chatting over tea around a table at the Community Hub

Impact Stories

More Than Volunteering: How Mary Found Purpose and Belonging

For Mary, becoming part of BLOT has meant far more than giving a few hours of her time. It has given her something to look forward to, a place where she feels valued and an opportunity to discover just how much she has to offer.

10 September 2026

Children and adults playing a game on a village green

Events

Circus, Music and Community Spirit at Bugle Village Fete

From circus workshops and live music to local traders, community services and free family activities, Bugle Village Fete brought people together for a fantastic summer day. Around 250 people joined the celebrations on 15 August.

3 September 2026

IMPACT MOMENTS

Small moments, adding up

Our impact

177,000+

meals distributed since 2020

1,600+

local people supported

“Now we can go out to places. People stop for a cup of tea, a chat and get access to Hub support.”

- Jo, BLOT, speaking to FareShare South West

COMING UP NEXT

What’s on

All events

20

Nov

Mobile Community Hub — Valley View, Friday Sessions

Fri · 13:00–15:00

📍 Mobile Hub · Valley View, Bugle

Free · Just turn up — no booking needed

24

Nov

Digital Support Drop-In — Bugle Community Hub

Tue · 11:00–12:30

📍 Community Hub, 48a Fore Street, Bugle

Free · Just turn up — no booking needed

25

Nov

Cooking and Food Workshops with Truro Nourish Hub

Wed · 11:00–13:00

📍 Site 11 Minorca Lane, Bugle (Mobile Hub)

Free · Just turn up — no booking needed

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