Rosemary Colebourn
30 April, 2025
News

Sussexful launch of the Ringmer Repair Cafe

On Saturday April 26th 33 members of the public brought damaged items to the Ringmer Parish Council Office for repair; from lamps to drawers, duvet covers to zips, and toys to vacuum cleaners. Happily there were very few items that could not be tackled and a few are coming back with key spare parts next month. So the feedback was really encouraging for the over 20 volunteer repairers, caterers and receptionists: "Superb: Claire, Ross and Sarah fixed all my sportswear", "So grateful for the help, I'm a very happy person!" and "Professional and friendly!"

Cllr Phillips opens the Ringmer Repair Cafe

Vice-chair of the Parish Council, Cllr Sarah Phillips opened the Repair Cafe with thanks to everyone who had come forward to help. 

Not only have the Parish Council and their staff been very supportive, but individuals have donated items and expertise too, helping to lower start up costs. The steering group is always on the look out for more volunteers with repair skills, especially electrical ones, so please come forward and email the team. 

Many visitors commented on the friendly community atmosphere, which was enhanced by the super refreshments. The Ringmer Repair Cafe will be running on the last Saturday of most months from 10 - 12.30. 

The next ones are May 31, June 28 and July 26. There is no charge but donations are really appreciated to cover costs and plans for improving the service in the future. 

To make contact with the Repair Cafe please email: ringmerrepaircafe@gmail.com and view the website: https://ringmerrepaircafe.co.uk

Repairers getting ready for action!
Repairers getting ready for action! Credit: Ringmer Repair Cafe
Amazing refreshments
Amazing refreshments Credit: Ringmer Repair Cafe