Oor Wee Cafe

17/03/2026

Hi everyone, remember to come and join us every Tuesday from 11.30 until 13.00 at Kelty community centre, for free soup stovies, tea, coffee, juice and cake.
You can also visit our food pantry every Tuesday from 11.30 until 12.30 for food provision with a small charge of £2, although we still accept non payment, will then provide persons sign posting to members of the council with additional help where needed, benefits etc.

20/01/2026

Please everyone is welcome to attend Oor wee cafe for,some groceries ie beans spaghetti peas carrots tea coffee sugar cereal (bread if you are early )tuna pasta rice desserts long life milk etc for a small fee if of £2 for at least 10 grocery items or more.

We also offer free soup stovies sometimes Mac and cheese, tea coffee and cake
We are open every Tuesday from 11.30 until approximately 13.00, except Christmas and New Year

,we also offer support once a fortnight from Citizens advice, there is also support from the office staff to assist with welfare support, benefits etc.

we also receive most weeks donations of clothing, bedding for all,ages.

14/01/2026

🍽️ Join the £5 Family Meal Challenge!
19/02/26 – 02/04/26, Time 12:00 - 14:30
Venue: Kelty Community Centre
7 weeks of fun, flavour, and budget‑friendly cooking.

Learn how to make tasty, healthy meals for £5 or less with weekly cookalongs, smart‑shopping tips, world‑flavour nights, cupboard‑staple challenges, and a friendly finale cook‑off.
Perfect for families and beginners who want to save money while eating well.

📩 Limited Spaces — Sign Up Today
📧 Kerrie.Martin@fife.gov.uk 📱 Call/Text Fungai – 07563 380176

Come cook, learn, and discover how far £5 can go.

25/12/2025

From all the volunteers at Oor Wee Cafe

19/10/2025

Remember we are still ongoing every Tuesday from 11.30 until 13.00 for free soup? Stovies tea coffee and cake.
There is a £2 charge for receiving food groceries ie variety of tinned food pasta milk bread cereal look forward to seeing you all there

27/08/2025

Chutney Making Sessions at Kelty Community Centre. 8 weeks sessions.

Learn the art of transforming seasonal fruits and vegetables into rich, flavourful chutneys ideal for warming winter dishes or beautifully packaged festive gifts that add a personal touch.

These hands-on, inclusive sessions invite you to:
●Discover preserving techniques for a variety of produce
●Co-create unique chutney recipes with fellow participants
●Contribute to the design and presentation of your creations

Venue: Kelty Community Centre
Dates: Thursdays from the 18th of September – 20 November 2025 (Please note: sessions will not be held on 16 and 23 October)
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

To register your interest or for further information, please contact: Fungai Moetsabi Email: Fungai.Moetsabi@fife.gov.uk
Mobile: 07563 380176

We look forward to welcoming you to this engaging and creative series of workshops.

06/08/2025

Lovely 🥰 day out with some of the volunteers from OWC change for us being served 😝 lovely 🥰 get together

07/06/2025

Volunteering is all about freely offering to do something, and across the Cowdenbeath area our volunteers are truly the heart and soul of our communities. Their vibrant energy, selflessness, and dedication make a huge difference in the lives of people, both young and old.

Thanks to our volunteers we have several successful community food projects, some of which are award-winning, that support the most disadvantaged in our communities. Their efforts ensure that everyone has access to nutritious food and a helping hand when needed.

Our youth projects are thriving because of the countless hours our volunteers put in. These projects provide a safe and engaging environment for young people, offering them opportunities that wouldn't exist without the dedication of our volunteers.

Our volunteers create welcoming spaces where local people can find friendly faces to talk to, fostering positive mental health and a sense of belonging. They were all presented with individual certificates of recognition.

As we celebrate Volunteers’ Week 2025, we want to take this opportunity to acknowledge and thank each and every volunteer for their tremendous effort and the invaluable contributions they make to the Cowdenbeath Area. Our volunteers are the key to building stronger, more resilient, and influential communities.

If you’d like to find out more about volunteering with Fife Council, visit www.fife.gov.uk/volunteering

Thank you, volunteers! 🙌💖

03/06/2025

Please pop down anyone and get some extra bread even for your chickens etc

21/05/2025

Huge thanks Asda Dunfermline

I popped along to Oor Wee Cafe in Kelty to present the volunteers with an Asda Community Diamond certificates.

All the volunteers at the wee cafe go above and beyond to support their local community. Providing meals, food pantry, clothing bank and much needed socialisation. A lot of the local community may only speak to the volunteers that day so it is vitally important they provide the service they do. Well done to all involved, pictured with myslef is some of the wee cafe volunteers accepting their certificate and some chocolates and cakes 🥰.

– Barbara, Asda community champion

12/05/2025

Resilience Workshop start in Kelty for 6 weeks from the 21st of May to the 25th of June. Take time for you to learn about techniques for dealing with life challenges and become more resilient. Contact Fungai Moetsabi on 07563 380176 email fungai.moetsabi@fife.gov.uk to sign up.

06/05/2025

Volunteer Opportunity Alert: Treasurer for Oor Wee Café! 🌟
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you have a knack for numbers and finance? Oor Wee Café is looking for someone to take over the role of Treasurer and join our Board of Trustees.
📅 Meeting Time: Tuesdays from 10am until 1pm (but can be flexible) 📍 Location: Kelty Community Centre
Role of Treasurer Involves:
Keeping records of income and expenditure.
Making payments for volunteer expenses and purchases.
Providing updates on available funds.
Banking small amounts of cash.
Providing an annual report for the AGM.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a great cause, develop new skills, and work with a team of like-minded individuals.
Why Volunteer?
Make a meaningful impact in your community.
Gain valuable experience in financial management.
Connect with a supportive and passionate team.
Enhance your resume with board-level experience.

How to Apply:
Visit our website: Volunteering Opportunities
Fill out the volunteer application form
Attend a brief orientation session
Contact Us: 📧 Email: oorweecafe@yahoo.com
Don't miss out on this chance to give back to your community. Together, we can make a difference!