Repair Cafe
Got a small electrical item that's seen better days? Need buttons replacing on skirts and trousers?
Don’t throw them away, bring them along to our Repair café.
Come and meet our friendly, knowledgeable volunteers who will help and advise you on fixing small electrical items giving them a chance to work like new or advise you on how to make simple repairs to clothes giving them a new lease of life.
If you are interested in volunteering at the Repair Cafe, please email or call Mickleover Library on 01332 647884.
Forthcoming dates
Why visit our Repair café?
- Save money and avoid costly replacements by repairing your item.
- Reduce waste by extending the life of your item.
- Watch our skilled volunteers work and pick up tips on basic repairs you can try yourself.
- Meet new people and chat over a coffee.
What we repair:
- Small household electrical items.
- Blenders, handheld vacuum cleaners, kettles, and hairdryers.
- Small sewing repairs patching, turning up a hem, buttons replacing and darning.
We can’t repair:
- Mobile phones, tablets, and PC’s.
- Valuable heirloom items / antiques.
- Large household items for example fridge.
What to know before you come:
There will be a registration form to complete and sign when you arrive for each item.
- Repairs are at the customer's own risk.
- Advice and repairs are provided by volunteers at no charge. Specific parts (such as leads, plugs, fuses, zips, etc.) will need to be provided by the customer.
- Please bring clean items.
- Stay with your item during the repair process.
- The longevity of repair cannot be guaranteed.
- We may refuse repairs on damaged or dangerous items. Customers are responsible for the removing unrepairable items.
- Neither the organisers nor volunteers of the Repair Cafe are liable for any loss, injury, or damage that may occur during or after a repair. Parents are responsible for their children's safety.
By following these guidelines, you'll help us create a valuable experience for everyone.