Some of the most vulnerable people in Kenilworth are being supported by the newly-formed charity Covid-19 Kenilworth and the local businesses around them.

Six months since the start of lockdown, some of Kenilworth's residents are still having to rely on the generosity and good-will of the town's community.

Up and down the country during this period we have seen examples of generosity coming from neighbours, and Covid-19 Support Kenilworth is a great example of how such a difference can be made mobilising people to help others.

The Virgins & Castle on the Old High Street in Kenilworth has been donating 25 freshly prepared meals every week throughout August to local residents.

The team at the 16th century pub have prepared meals including fish pie, feather blade of beef and cottage pie and donating them to Covid-19 Support Kenilworth to deliver to people who need it most.

Andy Lock, General Manager at the Virgins & Castle explained:

"We started working with Pauline and the team at Covid-19 Kenilworth at the beginning of lockdown when we prepared and donated meals for Mother's Day.

"It's heartbreaking to think that because of the impact of Coronavirus, some people haven't been able to leave their homes and have been running out of food.

"When Pauline asked us if we could help, we didn't hesitate and our chefs got straight to work."

Pauline Hayward, from Covid-19 Support Kenilworth said:

"It's not just about delivering free food, it's about supporting the most vulnerable people in our community.  We've come such a long way since March when lockdown first started.

"Over 350 volunteers have supported us and many continue to do so, our call centre at its peak took over 300 calls a day, we're still delivering hundreds of prescriptions a week with our Pharmie Army and now with the help of businesses like the Virgins & Castle we're able to feed 25 people every day. 

"They tend to be our elderly, lonely and most isolated in the community and so it's so important that we keep connected and keep them safe."

Covid-19 Support Kenilworth has a just giving page where it's continuing to fundraise to help local residents in Kenilworth, they need funds to ensure they can continue to support our most vulnerable long term. 

Please follow this link to donate.

If you need help, please ring 01926 919340, email [email protected] or make contact through their Facebook page.