Head for the repair cafe for free fix it

Volunteers will be on-hand to fix broken goods free of charge at Stirling’s first ever repair cafe.

Transition Stirling will host the event at 58 Murray Place on Saturday July 8.

People are invited to bring along their broken items – from small electrical goods to clothing, jewellery and furniture – and volunteer experts will be there to carry out any repairs between 10am and 4pm.

Tool sharpening facilities will also be available along with materials which can be used for any simple jobs.

The concept of the repair cafe originated in the Netherlands in 2009 as a way of reducing the amount of waste sent to landfill each year.

Emma Erwin, project manager at Transition Stirling, said:“We’re really excited to introduce the repair cafe concept to Stirling.

“Every year a huge amount of things are thrown away which could be given a new lease of life with just a simple repair.

“Repair cafes not only help people to repair these items but bring people together to share their skills in a friendly environment.”

Organisers hope the event can become a regular fixture.

Transition Stirling, who run the tool library project in the Stirling Arcade, are funded through the Scottish Government Climate Challenge Fund and European Regional Development Fund.

The tool library allows people to borrow tools and equipment. Anyone with skills who is interested in volunteering can contact info@transitionstirling.org.uk.

See transitionstirling.org.uk or visit the tool library in the Stirling Arcade.