Bristol launches new citywide Action Plans to transform our local food system

Bristol has today unveiled a set of food Action Plans that chart the next stage in its mission to build a more sustainable, equitable and resilient food system. The plans focus on key areas including food waste, urban growing, access to good food and support for local enterprises.

The Bristol Good Food 2025–27 Action Plans have been published today, marking the next phase in the city’s ambitious partnership effort to create a fairer, greener and more resilient food system. 

The Action Plans were co-developed by members of the Bristol Good Food Partnership, a cross-sector network of community groups, food businesses, public institutions and growers, coordinated by Bristol Food Network as part of Bristol’s One City approach. 

Each plan focuses on a key theme within the food system – from reducing waste and supporting nature-friendly growing, to improving access to good food and helping independent food businesses to thrive. Together, they provide a roadmap for coordinated citywide action over the next two years. 

Developed collaboratively by members of the Bristol Good Food Partnership, the plans outline the actions being taken toward its 2030 outcomes, as outlined in the Bristol Good Food 2030 – A One City Framework for Action.

“This is about taking practical, collaborative action on the food challenges we face as a city” said Alice Peperell, Bristol Good Food 2030 Partnership Manager. “These plans reflect the knowledge, work and commitment of people across Bristol – and show what’s possible when we act together.” 

The new Action Plans align with the One City Food Equality Strategy and Action Plan and will inform the review in 2025. The development of the Action Plans has been funded by Bristol City Council and The National Lottery Community Fund.  

The plans are available to read now at: www.bristolgoodfood.org/action-plans  

Explore the Bristol Good Food directory to find out which organisations are helping to make Bristol’s food system better for communities, climate and nature, and how you can connect with them.

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