First Stop Centre

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First Stop Centre “Helping the disadvantaged in our community” (Braintree district) This is just a few examples of ways in which we can help.

First Stop Centre is a one stop organisation for the disadvantaged in Braintree and it's surrounding areas. We offer many services including; Education, benefit's advice and advocacy, Food Bank vouchers, a place to socialise and homemade food at low prices. We do not have a 'one size fits all' philosophy - everyone is an individual and will receive whatever help we can give. If we can't help you we will refer you to somewhere that can. For a lot of our service users the centre is a safe place to socialise and to get a decent meal at a very low price! We manage to run on a tiny amount of funding yet we have many different people through our doors. There is no other place like us in the area.

We love hearing about the meals that are being created from the food that is given out from our community fridge, how am...
09/10/2026

We love hearing about the meals that are being created from the food that is given out from our community fridge, how amazing do these 3 meals look made from the butternut squash glut we had!

A huge well done to Amelia!

06/10/2026

One last push to get your support, as voting closes tomorrow!

Postcode is CM7 9AE.

06/10/2026
05/10/2026

JOB FAIR TOMORROW IN WITHAM!

Don't forget that our Autumn Job Fair is tomorrow at Witham Public Hall from 9.30am to 12.30pm.

We have over 25 stalls for you to explore including local employers, armed forces, flexible hours, apprenticeship and training opportunities, qualifications and more!

Pop along to this free event tomorrow and find out more!

Many of the bags you have donated are being used to bag up the harvest festival donations we received. Many thanks to al...
05/10/2026

Many of the bags you have donated are being used to bag up the harvest festival donations we received. Many thanks to all that have donated bags or food

We are always happy to take bags or store cupboard items, they help to support those in need.

We were asked about setting up a monthly donation to support our work. This can be done via the donate button on our web...
04/10/2026

We were asked about setting up a monthly donation to support our work.

This can be done via the donate button on our website.

Many thanks to all those that donate, your support is so valued, and really makes a difference to those in need in our district, helping to provide many services.

First Stop Drop In Centre Braintree provides a safe place for those in the local community. We provide affordable meals and non-biased advice. Visit us today or volunteer Now

04/10/2026

Thank you so much to our local church St Peter's Church, Bocking for inviting us to talk at the harvest service today. You have always supported First Stop and it was lovely to meet so many of you. The support you give makes a real difference to those in need in Braintree. ❤️

29/09/2026

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Take a look at our September course line-up and find something that’s right for you!

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We are hosting a new group run by The Haven Project. Please contact them if you would like to attend the next course.
29/09/2026

We are hosting a new group run by The Haven Project. Please contact them if you would like to attend the next course.

Address

29 Bocking End
Braintree
CM79AE

Opening Hours

Monday 10:30am - 1:30pm
Tuesday 10:30am - 1:30pm
Thursday 10:30am - 1:30pm
Friday 10:30am - 1:30pm
Saturday 11am - 1pm

Telephone

01376346535

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