Crediton Repair Café is a community event where volunteer menders help fix people’s items for free and can teach repair skills – all washed down with tea and cake.
What We Do
The Repair Café takes place on the LAST Saturday of the month, usually at the Elephant on the Green in Crediton. Volunteer experts fix household items, including sewing, electronics, and mechanical, to reduce waste.
Key information:
- Location: Elephant on the Green, 14 St Lawrence Green, Crediton EX17 3LL (this is our usual location but it can vary – please check the specific date you wish to attend)
- Schedule: 10 am – 12 noon on the LAST Saturday of the month (but worth checking as time very occasionally varies)
- Services: Repairs for clothing (sewing), electronics (lamps, radios, etc), computers, and mechanical items (bikes, tools)
- Cost: Free, but donations are highly appreciated to cover costs
- Items Not Accepted: Items with high voltages (e.g., microwaves, old TVs), items with gas/petrol, electric blankets
Why It Matters
The initiative aims to combat “throwaway” culture, offering a friendly atmosphere for repairs with refreshments available.
How to Get Involved
Volunteer: The Repair Café is often looking for skilled volunteers for electrical, mechanical, or sewing repairs.
Contact us on if you would like to know more about how to get involved.
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