New Repair Cafe at Shalford Opens on Saturday, September 12

Published on: 6 Sep, 2026
Updated on: 6 Sep, 2026

A new repair cafe is opening in Shalford on Saturday, September 12.

It will be in Shalford Village Upper Hall (with plenty of free parking) and will operate on the second Saturday of each month from 10am to noon.

The organisers say: “Through fixing and passing on repair skills, we aim to combat planned product obsolescence, keep waste out of landfill and create a more circular economy that reduces raw material needs and lowers carbon emissions.

“We hope to empower you with the confidence and self-reliance to fix your own belongings and think critically about current consumer values.

“Our monthly café events are part of a growing world movement that says enough with the throwaway culture.

Photos from a training session for the new Shalford Repair Cafe.

“Bring us your broken stuff, have a coffee and a cake and we’ll do our best to fix it and show you how. Free!

“Every repair is a small victory for the planet, a saving for you, and a fun way to meet your neighbours and our brilliant local team.”

Extra volunteers are needed to help the team, either as “fixers” or behind the scenes.

Click here for  Shalford Repair Cafe’s website with lots of information.

Shalford Village Upper Hall is behind the main village hall, off Kings Road.

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