“We are still finding that people don’t think they are allowed to come and access the shop.
“So, it’s up to us to find those people and engage with them and make sure we are helping as many people as possible.
After showing proof of address and paying a one-off joining fee of £3.50 per household, members can buy fresh, frozen, dried and tinned food, alongside toiletries, nappies and personal care items provided by charities at a hugely reduced cost.
One member who has six children at home did a price comparison with a leading supermarket and saved a total of £37.