Book in ONE item & let our fixers share their skills on how to repair it with you. If you know you need a spare part please bring it along

Beeston Fixers, are a group of volunteers, who want to help you learn to repair your broken items. We believe that there are many items which can be repaired, rather than be replaced, or thrown away. Where possible we like to 'Share the Repair'and involve you in the fixing. So we ask that you stay with the item whislt it is being fixed. This way you can learn how similar items could be fixed in the future.

BOOKING APPOINTMENTS :

Appointments are limited to ONE per person, per repair cafe. So only book ONE Eventbrite slot per repair cafe. (Additional items, maybe seen on a standy basis, but there is no guarantee).

Most SLOTS are 30 mins long, so if you bring an item to fix, which goes over this time, the fixer may have to ask you to return with the item to be completed at the next cafe.

If possible, bring anything you can which will help us fix your item - e.g. if you need a new button, please bring the button along with you, and we can show you how to mend your item with it.

How to book: Lookthrough the ticket types on Eventbriteand book in for the fix type and time slot you require. Remember to only book ONE ticket, per person, per repair cafe.

Take note of your appointment time! - As sometimes, the time is not clear on your ticket.

Textiles slots are for clothing repairs, or if you have a fabric item whch needs sewing. These slots are usually to mend items, not to alter them, as this often takes longer than 30 mins.

Electrical item repairs: If you are booking a repair for an electrical item, you need to email us at beestonrepaircafe@gmail.com in advance with details about the item, including the make, model, and the problem. SORRY but we can NOT repair TVs or microwaves.

General repair slots: our general repair fixers are happy to look at any household items which are broken – fixes are not always guaranteed but advice may be given

Jewellery slots: are only 20 minutes long.They are intended for simple fixes like adding a new clasp to a bracelet. ( NB we do not always have a jewellery fixer available at the cafe - but if we do then we will make slots available).

Additional information:

We welcome adults and accompanied children, but do not allow pets (except assistance dogs).

A fix is not always guaranteed, but we will do our best.

If we cannot fix your item, we may be able to advise you on how to fix it yourself in the future.

There is a "pay as you feel" cafe serving refreshments.

There are often, plant/seed swaps and clothes swaps going on - so feel free to bring plants/seeds/clothes to swap. If you have nothing to swap with you can still take items for a donation of your choice

Due to COVID safety measures, please do not attend the repair cafe if you have any symptoms.

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We will do our best to help you fix your item but it is your responsibilty to take in home, even if it can not be fixed.

We look forward to seeing you soon! : )

Beeston Fixers

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