Levenmouth Area cost of living support information


For useful information, advice, help with benefits, energy bills and food go to our.fife.scot/gethelp

Unable to access information online? Call our Community Support Line 0800 952 0330 (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm)


To help with the rising cost of living there's a range of support in the local area.

Foodbanks and community cafés

Below is a list of locations and organisations supporting the people of Fife by providing short term access to emergency food and support for people experiencing a crisis.

  • Cosy Café

    Buckhaven Baptist Church, College Street, Buckhaven
    Community Café
    Our Cosy Café is open weekly in Buckhaven where everyone is welcome to come along and share lunch with us, take part in activities and connect with others. We also operate a larder which can be accessed for £2 (while supplies last) however lunch and activities are free.
    Opening hours: Wednesdays 10.00am to 1.00pm
    Free/donation
  • Hame Fae Hame

    The Centre, 1 Broomieknowe, Leven, KY8 4QP
    Community Café
    A warm welcome with great food and great banter.
    Opening hours: Thursdays from 12.00pm to 2.00pm
    Free/donation
  • Homestart Hub

    The Craft Centre, Letham Glen, Leven KY8 4SH
    Community Café
    We provide a welcoming space in The Glen for the community to come along and connect with each other, build friendships, take part in activities and enjoy some hot food and refreshments.
    Opening hours: Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10.00am to 2.00pm.
    Free
  • Levenmouth Food Bank and Cafe Connect

    Methil Evangelical Church, Bowling Green Street, Methil, KY8 3DH
    Food Bank and Community Cafe
    The Foodbank offers 3 days food, 3 meals per day per person on the referral voucher. We also give toiletries, nappies, pet food etc. Cafe Connect runs Tuesdays between 10am - 12pm offering hot filled rolls, cereal, toast and fruit Thursdays 12-2pm offering homemade soup and pudding. People can access free use of laptops, phones, our pool table and newspapers. We also have external agencies who available for advice, support and information.
    Opening hours: Food parcels are fulfilled by referral only, with appointments offered for pick up on Monday and Friday from 3.30pm.
    Free
    levenmouth.foodbank.org.uk/
    info@levenmouth.foodbank.org.uk
    01333 439 202
  • MCCI (Methil Community Children's Initiative)

    Methilhill Community Learning Garden, 130 Sea Road, Methil, Leven KY8 2GW
    Community Café
    Come along and enjoy a plate of homemade soup or stovies and freshly made to order sandwiches. Everyone is welcome to pop in, it's a great opportunity to meet new people. There is no charge for the café, but there is a donation jar if you'd like to contribute. We look forward to seeing you.
    Opening hours: Mondays and Fridays (from 21st October 2024) during school term time between 11.30pm and 1.00pm.
    Free/donation
    www.mcci-clubs.co.uk
    mcci@hotmail.co.uk
    01592 719422
  • Open Door Meals

    Smart Hall, St Kenneths Church, Cupar Rd, Kennoway , Fife KY8 5LR
    Food Bank
    We can provide food parcels as well as a free meal and place to stay and chat. Someone to talk to and help if in any kind of need. No assessment or paperwork. All very welcome. Children under 16 must be accompanied by responsible adult.
    Free
    07715 506 712

Cafe Inc

Cafe Inc is a free lunch club for children, and young people. It provides tasty, healthy meals for our young people, while our schools are closed during the holidays. No need to book, just turn up. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult, who can also have a meal.

Please note Café Inc will not be available on Thursday 4 July due to UK election, as well as Monday 15 July due to public holiday.

  • Buckhaven Primary School

    60 College Street, Buckhaven
    Hot food and cold packed lunches
    Availability:
     Monday to Friday
     Throughout holidays
     11.45am-1pm
  • East Weymss Senior Citizens Centre

    79 Main Road, East Weymss
    Cold packed lunches
    Availability:
     Monday to Friday
     Throughout holidays
     11.45am-1pm
  • MCCI, Methilhill

    130 Sea Road, Methilhill
    Cold packed lunches
    Availability:
     Monday to Friday
     Throughout holidays
     12pm-1pm
  • Methil Community Centre

    Bowling Green Street, Methil
    Cold packed lunches
    Availability:
     Monday to Friday
     Throughout holidays
     12pm-1pm
  • Sandybrae Community Centre

    Sandybrae, Kennoway
    Cold packed lunches
    Availability:
     Monday to Friday
     Throughout holidays
     12pm-2pm
  • The Centre, Leven

    1 Broomieknowe, Leven
    Cold packed lunches
    Availability:
     Monday to Friday
     Throughout holidays
     12pm-1pm

Warm Welcome/ Community Assistance

Warm Welcome venues will be established in various venues and settings across the area which are designed to offer safe, warm places for people in our communities to spend time, participate in activities and access support.

Community Job Clubs

Community job clubs provide a space where people can get access to a PC to undertake job searches, create and develop CVs and apply for jobs. Our staff will be able to offer advice on most aspects of searching and applying for work.

LocationDayTimeCommentsContact number
The Centre LevenMonday (Alternative Mondays)9:15am to 11amAppointment only01334 659350
Buckhaven Community CentreMonday (Alternative Mondays)1:15pm to 4pmAppointment only01334 659350
Savoy Sports PavillionMonday2:15pm to 4pmAppointment only01334 659350
The Centre LevenTuesday2:15pm to 4pmAppointment only01334 659350
Methil Community CentreWednesday2:15pm to 4pmAppointment only01334 659350
Sandybrae Community CentreThursday2:15pm to 4pmAppointment only01334 659350
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