Bring your broken items to Wrexham’s Repair Cafe this weekend!

Members of the public are being encouraged to bring any broken items in need of mending to a ‘Repair Cafe’ in Wrexham this weekend.

Supported by Repair Cafe Wales, Repair Cafe Wrecsam was setup in June 2022 and usually runs on the last Saturday of every month.

The next event will take place on Saturday, 27 April, 2024 from 1-3pm at the Yellow and Blue Hub, Eagles Meadow.

You might have an item that was really useful before it broke, or a favourite shirt which now has a hole in it, and it would be a shame to just throw it away. Or, you might own an object of sentimental value such as a cuddly toy which has torn.

If you have something you want to keep but don’t have the tools or knowledge of how to fix it then the team of volunteers at the Repair Cafe could help.

Repairs are free too – although you are always welcome to make a small donation to help support future events.

Items that are typically repaired include:

• bikes (basic maintenance)
• electrical appliances
• toys
• clothing
• ornaments
• wooden items/furniture

Volunteers will have a look at most things, except microwaves as they are too dangerous.

If it’s a small repair then volunteers will always try to fix it while you sit with them.

Sometimes, your item may need more time, or a specialist tool is not on hand on the day. If this is the case, the repairer may give your item back to you and suggest that you bring it back to the next repair cafe to be finished, if they feel they can fix it then (or to an event in another location that’s sooner).

If your item might be a bit tricky to repair it’s a good idea to get in touch beforehand so the repair cafe can ensure a volunteer with the right tools is available to fix your item.

Councillor David A Bithell, Climate Champion, said: “As well as bringing people together, repair cafes aim to help you keep the items you already own for longer.”

Cllr Terry Evans, Lead Member for Environment, said: “Using a repair cafe means you could avoid sending something to landfill and having to buy a replacement; which would also use up energy to make.”

If you or someone you know is skilled at fixing anything – or, if you aren’t a fixer but could help out with organising/admin then you can fill in the volunteer form.

If you have any questions first please get in touch with Repair Cafe Wrecsam by email at [email protected] or come along to the next event just to see how it works.

You can also check dates of future events on the Repair Cafe Wales website, or the Repair Cafe Wrecsam Facebook page which you can also follow for updates.