Join us at the Strand Centre, Dawlish for a special Earth Day screening of Jo in the Water. This powerful documentary follows sea swimmer turned activist Jo Bateman as she takes on one of the UK’s biggest water companies, shining a light on sewage pollution and the fight to protect our rivers, lakes and seas. […]
An inspiring 10 week course led by Nicky Scott and Tim Foster Join us to learn about organic planting, crop rotations, pests and composting.
We are excited that Tom Rickman, a local Bat Ecologist, who is a member of the Devon Bat Society has agreed to lead a Bat Walk around the village. Bat detectors will be supplied and he will start by giving us a talk in the Hub, before heading out to look for Bats. Everyone welcome! […]
Bring your broken items and our skilled volunteers will do their best to mend them. Enjoy a cuppa and cake whilst you wait. Happening the THIRD Saturday of every month (except December). No charge, but donations welcome.
Bring clothes, fabrics, woollens to repair or household goods, electrical and computer and phones that need repairing. Stay for coffee, cake and a chat. This month we are holding a special upcycling event for Okehampton's Edwardian evening on 4th December Bring any unwanted clothing fabric and have fun helping us to refashion your costume. Hats, […]
Celebrate the heritage of Buckfastleigh, an ancient woollen town, at this free, family-friendly event dedicated to the wonders of wool. Whether you’re a wool enthusiast or simply curious, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! What’s Happening? - Meet the Woolly Nanas and a local Spinning Group: Learn from these local experts and see their passion […]
Bring along your broken bits to St Andrew's Church Hall - and we'll see what we can do. We'll take a look at household items including, tools for sharpening, crockery for gluing, electrical items, clocks - the list's almost endless! Check our website for details...you can book items in as well at https://ashburtonrepaircafe.org.uk/book-item-in/ Want to […]
Join us at the next Dawlish Fix Fest at the Strand Centre! 📅 Saturday 6 June ⏰ 10.00am – 12.30pm 📍 The Strand Centre, The Strand, Dawlish, EX7 9PT Our volunteer repairers may be able to help with: 🔌 Electrical items 💻 IT support and repairs 🧵 Sewing and textiles 🛠️ General repairs 🚲 Bikes […]
All welcome to help with the 'light touch' maintenance of Uffculme's Wildlife Pond. Tasks suitable for all abilities, including monitoring and recording our flora, fauna and fungi finds in and around this lovely 'wild for wildlife' pond and surrounds. We're also keeping a stretch of the main road in central Uffculme lightly maintained so that […]
Join a friendly, relaxed group where you'll learn to cook easy meals for one and reduce food waste. No experience needed, with all ingredients provided and completely free. This is a 4 week course running from 103am-1pm on Mondays 25th May, 1st June, 8th June & 15th June. Limited spaces, booking essential. Call or message […]
Join us to tend the Alibi Garden every Thursday morning. This is an opportunity to get together with members of your local community in a friendly and supportive environment and to develop your gardening skills through the seasons. We have 6 large planters that are fully accessible to anyone with mobility issues, a polytunnel (also […]
We're open every Friday between 3pm and 6pm at our workshop on Chuley Road. Check our website for details on how to find us, to book your item in for repair, what we can (and can't) repair and much more: ashburtonrepaircafe.org.uk.