Surplus Surgery: Drop in. Scrub up. Sort it out.
- Ages 16+
Help revive surplus fruit & veg every Tuesday. Scrub in, sort it out, and fight food waste hands-on!
Location
StreetBox
151 Stamford Hill London N16 5LG United KingdomAgenda
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Arrivals
6:00 PM - 6:15 PM
Briefing
6:15 PM - 7:30 PM
Sorting time!
7:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Clean up & Debrief
About this event
- Event lasts 2 hours 30 minutes
- Ages 16+
- No venue parking
Description:
Join us every Tuesday for an open session of hands-on volunteering, where we sort surplus fruit and vegetables to ensure nothing goes to waste!
Whether it's trimming leaves, separating good from bad, or simply sharing stories while working side-by-side, your help makes a real difference in getting fresh produce to where it's needed most.
No experience needed - just a pair of willing hands and a good attitude.
***This is a drop in session - while it would be great if you could be there at the beginning, coming along at ANY time in the session is fine***
What to Expect:
- A warm welcome and a quick intro at the start.
- Hands-on sorting and light prep of surplus produce.
- A friendly, relaxed environment with like-minded people. Plenty of time to relax during and after the session.
- Tea, coffee, fruit & veg (obviously!) & good vibes provided!
Details:
- When: Every Tuesday
- Time: 5:30pm meet for a 6pm - 8pm surgery
- Where: Streetbox London (151 Stamford Hill, N16 5LG)
- Who it's for: Anyone who wants to lend a hand! Suitable for individuals, corporate volunteers, or community groups.
- What to bring: Just yourself! (Aprons and gloves provided, but feel free to bring your own.)
- Access: Our space is only accessible by stairs at the moment (we're working on it)
Why It Matters:By helping us sort surplus fruit and veg, you're playing a key role in preventing food waste and supporting local communities with fresh, nutritious produce. You'll also get a chance to apply other skills in finding the best ways we can tackle gluts of food quickly.
Frequently asked questions
We will provide PPE (masks if required, gloves and overalls). Please bring sensible shoes and a water bottle.
This activity is best for ages 16 and over. If you're under 18, for safeguarding, we ask that you're accompanied by a parent, guardian, or group leader.
Please do book in advance through this page so we can manage numbers and make sure there’s enough produce (and tea!) to go around. You can turn up on the day. Our sessions will be very informal.
Tasks might include: Sorting fruit and veg by quality Trimming off spoiled bits Removing outer leaves Packing produce for redistribution It’s all light, safe, and done at table height — no heavy lifting involved.
Dress for comfort and in clothes you don’t mind getting a little messy. Closed-toe shoes are essential for safety.
At this time we only have access by stairs.
No problem- you're welcome to attend as often or as little as you'd like. Just book for the dates that suit you.
Yes - we provide tea, coffee, and biscuits. You’re also welcome to bring your own nut free snacks.
Sorted produce gets sorted for community distribution and fund raising activities.
We will ask you to register on the day. It's easy :)