Repair cafe events are free pop ups that reduce waste, teach skills and build community resilience. Run by volunteers who will try to fix anything that is brought to them.
Could you be a fixer?
If there is already a Repair Café in your area, you may want to volunteer as a fixer. Fixers don’t need to be qualified in what they do, just confident and competent. The sort of skills that may be required will vary from Café to Café, but as a rule of thumb:
IT equipment
Phones
Small electrical appliances such as toasters, kettles, or vacuum cleaners – you won’t be asked to look at white goods or microwaves
Sewing skills – you won’t be asked to do alterations, but to be able to repair garments, bags or soft furnishings for example
Carry out bicycle checks
Minor jewellery repairs
General items, such as garden tools, toys, ornaments, small items of furniture
Could you be a Host?
Play a key role in creating a friendly and welcoming environment at your café.
You will:
Greet visitors as they come in
Help them to complete a simple online form
Make sure they understand the House Rules, and then direct them to the appropriate fixer
You’ll explain if there is a wait and, if refreshments are available, can direct them to where they can enjoy a cuppa while they wait and have a chat!
Repair cafes run on a monthly basis at Barry Library as well as other places.
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact us using the form below.