Repair and Reuse
Repairing, Reusing, and Recycling in Horsforth
We recognise the profound impact that repairing and reusing materials can have on our environment, economy, and community, not only in Horsforth but nationwide and globally. By choosing to repair, reuse, and recycle, we not only conserve resources and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, but we also foster economic growth, innovation, and social inclusion within our local and wider communities.
Aims of Horsforth Climate Action in Encouraging Recycling
Our mission is to:
- Educate and Inform: Raise awareness about the benefits of recycling, repairing, and reusing everyday items.
- Support Sustainable Projects: Champion initiatives that focus on reducing consumption and waste.
- Promote Everyday Actions: Encourage simple changes in daily routines that can collectively lead to significant environmental benefits.
Our Achievements and Ongoing Efforts
Where does all your recycling (green bin) rubbish go?
A group of people from Horsforth recently had an interesting tour of HW Martin, this is the place where all our recycling from the Leeds green bins go to be sorted. Some points that came out of it were: Leeds recycles more types of materials than many cities, such as...
Horsforth Repair Cafe – Carbon Capture Success!
Horsforth Repair Cafe runs the first Saturday of the month from 1:00-4:00pm at St Margaret's Parish Centre in Horsforth. Since the cafe started the volunteers at the cafe have repaired a huge variety of items, from electrical equipment such as hoovers, hair...
The Sea Starts Here
On Saturday 3rd February Horsforth Climate Action started their HCA Saturday activities early. A small team, working with Plastic free NW Leeds went out armed with temporary chalk paint to spray a message around the drains of Horsforth. An important message that any...
Discover the Magic of Repair at the Leeds Repair Cafe in Horsforth
Every first Saturday of the month, the community of Horsforth comes together for a remarkable gathering at St Margaret’s Church—the Leeds Repair Cafe, Horsforth branch. It's not just any cafe; it's a place where broken items are given a second life, and where...
Green Christmas
We were delighted to take part in the CHristmas event at the Grove Centre on Saturday December 4th. The Grove were offering warm drinks and a place to gather during the Horsforth Light switch on event and Christmas Market. The place was buzzing. Horsforth Climate...
Donation Station
When and where We run a donation station for technical devices once every 3 or 4 months, taking place during an HCA Saturday event What We collect unwanted devices including laptops, desktops, tablets and smartphones. We pass these on to the lovely folk at ...
How You Can Help
- Reduce Waste at Home: Become more conscious of your waste. Learn which items can be repaired, reused, or recycled.
- Sewing and Upcycling: Acquire skills to repair or transform your old clothes.
- Participate in Community Sharing: Engage with the Horsforth Library of Things to borrow items you need infrequently.
- Repair Before Replacing: Visit our Repair Café with items that need fixing before considering new purchases.
- Donate Responsibly: Contribute items in good condition to local charity shops or our specific donation events.
Join Us!
Whether you’re interested in volunteering at the Leeds Repair Café – Horsforth Branch, participating in our themed Horsforth Climate Action Saturdays, or have an idea for a project like a clothes swap or a sustainable fashion show, we welcome your involvement. Explore how you can contribute to fostering a more sustainable community by becoming a member and taking and taking an active part in Horsforth Climate Action
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Upcoming Activities
Stay tuned for updates on our ongoing projects and how you can be a part of these efforts by checking our Events Page.
Let’s work together for a greener, more sustainable Horsforth. Every action counts, and your involvement is key to our success. Join us in safeguarding our planet for future generations.
