Surplus to Purpose CIC Reviews 165

TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.2

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I ordered a large fruit and veg box. I had to throw half of the contents away, 3 lettuces brown all the way through, plum so soft inedible and potatoes really soft. I was really upset I had seen pictu... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Since they setup in st vincents i enjoy taking a look at what is on offer and buy something knowing it won't go to landfill

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My first experience was amazing. Pleasantly surprised at the service and availability. Filled a £12 box with really good quality fruit and veg. A lady called Naz gave a wonderful service. Practically... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

After using surplus to purpose a few times & getting some great deals, I decided to try their delivery service. If I am honest, I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the items delivered. M... See more

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  1. Environmental organization

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An environmental enterprise which specialises in the interception of surplus food destined for waste. We intercept edible produce from heading to landfill. This produce may be past best before, have suffered accidental damage or deemed to be surplus to requirements. So simply put, we give ‘surplus’ food its purpose by putting it BACK onto your plate.


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4.2

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really impressed

Really impressed by the quality of the fruit and veg box, as well as the quantity. Great value and reducing food waste into the bargain

26 March 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Order placed Friday for a Monday delivery.
Box arrived on the Monday with the contents as ordered, and was left in a secure location as I was out at the time.
Delivery driver texted to inform where the box had been left. Great food-waste initiative, great product and great service!

20 March 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We are so lucky to be able to access this

Have been a customer for a long time, but this was my first visit to the new warehouse. Nas was so helpful guiding me around and I left with an amazing box of produce! Incredible variety and value. I am against the profligate waste of food, and really applaud and appreciate this organisation's values. They are to be treasured, as should all the volunteers and staff. I can't speak highly enough. Thank you all.

25 March 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely life-saving service

Absolutely life-saving service. And what a fantastic way to reduce food wastage at the same time. I honestly couldn't believe how much came in my box and the quality of the produce. Fresh fruit, veg, cans, jars, and even a six-pack of effervescent vitamin C tablets! I've recommended Surplus to Purpose to all of my family and friends and personally will absolutely use again in the very near future. Thanks so much to all the staff and volunteers that keep it running!

13 March 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great value for money

I ordered a standard box and a small box of fruit and veg to be delivered - great selection, great value for money and the delivery team were friendly and polite as well. I'll be ordering again

20 March 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing Value

What a great place with friendly and helpful staff. Nas went above and beyond to help as it was my first visit. I left with a £6 box full of so much food and amazing value, even got a bunch of flowers and a toy dinosaur too! I will definitely visit again soon. Thank you.

20 March 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I went with my mum after following the…

I went with my mum after following the page on Facebook for a few weeks. Times are so hard now with money and this place is amazing value for what you can pick and get. I wasn't too sure how the boxes worked, and didn't want to take too many items for my money. But 2 lovely lady's stood and explained to us. I will deffo be back!! (It's very helpfull looking on Facebook for stock updates)

14 March 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent value for money

Came across them during COVID and started to follow them. Always felt that what they were doing was so amazing and gutted as at the time I had no transport so could not get to them. When they opened in my local area was so happy. I have been a few occasions and the staff are so friendly and helpful. It is great value for money. The amount of fruit and veg you get is just so unbelievable. My most recent purchase was a mixed £6 box. The box was filled with fruit, vegetables, drinks, crisp, cake, bread items, muesli, curry sauce. Also purchased extra boxes of dates as gifts for Ramadan. Amazing stuff.

16 March 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've ordered a full box and couldn't be…

I've ordered a full box and couldn't be any happier with what I've got! Very good quality and value for money! I'm sure I'll be ordering again from surplus to purpose! And the driver couldn't be more helpful!

16 March 2023
Unprompted review
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Reply from Surplus to Purpose CIC

Thank you for your kind words, we’ll be sure to pass your compliments on to our team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly staff & great food

Friendly staff & great food, Glad it's not going to landfil.

16 March 2023
Unprompted review
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Reply from Surplus to Purpose CIC

We couldn’t agree more!
Thank you for your kind words, we’ll be sure to pass them onto our team

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