THE Farnham Repair Café (FRC) has achieved a landmark £45,000 worth of savings for Farnham residents through the repair of everyday items.

FRC is the first charity in the UK of its kind and - since it was established in 2015 by the Centre for Sustainable Design at the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) - has welcomed more than 1,500 visitors through its door, and prevented more than a tonne of products from being disposed through landfill.

The repair cafe works closely with key stakeholders including the UCA, Farnham Town Council and the United Reformed Church in South Street.

Professor Martin Charter, director of the Centre for Sustainable Design, and chairman, board of trustees for FRC, said: “This latest milestone achieved by the Farnham Repair Café demonstrates the contribution it has made to our local community over the past three years.

“Not only has it played a significant role in educating people about the importance of reducing waste and the benefits that can be seen by moving towards a more circular economy, but it is also making substantial financial savings for Farnham families.”

The FRC meets once a month and provides a place where people can seek advice and get free assistance from volunteers to repair and extend the useful life of broken or faulty products. Such products can include anything from electrical and mechanical products, to furniture, clothing, textiles and bikes.

? Farnham Repair Cafe will next meet this Saturday, April 14, from 10am to 1pm at the United Reformed Church.

The event is free and registration is not required. See http://cfsd.org.uk/events/farnham_repair_cafe/ for details.