Help going vegan
If you've decided to try living vegan, and would like help to learn about how to do it, then you're not alone!
It may seem daunting at first, but it's really not difficult once you've learned a few things and formed new habits, and there are lots of groups which offer friendly encouragement and support to new vegans.
If you need specific local advice, please let us know via our contact page and we'll put you in touch with people in your area who are happy to help answer questions.
Main links
Challenge 22+
This is a very friendly and supportive way to learn how to live vegan over three weeks. New challenge groups start every week, and you'll have access to mentors and dietary advice from professional registered dietitians. (Available in English, Spanish, and Hebrew. Requires a Facebook account.)
Vegan Challenge NL
A Dutch programme which helps people go vegan, what to buy and what to cook, run by the Dutch Vegan Society.
Happy Cow
A global directory of vegan restaurants, cafés and shops – essential for the new vegan, and for the vegan traveller!
BBC Good Food
Vegan recipes, ingredient guides and dietary advice from the BBC.
BOSH!
We show you how to make delicious food, from show-stoppers to one-pot wonders. Our dishes are easy to cook and easy to follow, making cooking a breeze no matter what your skill level. Nothing dull, nothing bland – all fun, all tasty!
Further reading
Sustainable eating is cheaper and healthier - Oxford study
In countries across Western Europe, vegan diets were found to be the most affordable, reducing food costs by up to one third.
How to save money on your plant-based shop
We’ve looked at how can you eat an exciting and healthy plant-based diet, without breaking the bank.
Go Vegan World guide book
A free downloadable guide to help you to get started on the basics of veganism, with the practical help you need to implement change in how you eat, shop, and live.
Tips for New Vegans
Tips for people starting out on a vegan diet, written by the Registered Dietitians who run the Vegan Health website.