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Building a Greener Future Together
Transition Buxton is a group of local people concerned about the environment working to improve our community’s resilience through practical actions and projects.
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An important part of managing our collective resources responsibly is the adage: Reduce, Reuse, Refill, Repair & Repurpose, Recycle.
The Buxton Library of Things provides affordable access to over 100 useful resources and things that you don’t need to own.
Plastic pollution is evident all around us, blighting our lanes, paths and hedgerows, ending up in waterways and contributing to climate change.
Energy is fundamental to our modern way of life. But energy – specifically fossil fuels – is the main driver of climate change.
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Welcome to the September and October 2026 issue of our E-Newsletter full of news, views and information.
It’s Potato Day time again! Yes, We are running a Potato Day again this year. If you are a grower, or might be interested in growing your own read on……
We Want Your 2nd Hand Halloween Costumes On Friday 23 October Transition Buxton volunteers are returning to the Crescent Assembly Rooms by popular demand with their ‘Upcycling With A Spooky..
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We've got the A Team in on Saturday 24 Oct for Repair Cafe so bring us those dull garden sheers, that lamp that isn't working, the trousers with a hole in the pocket, ceramic item that needs put back together, whatever you want mending, if you can carry it in, we'll have a go. No fees, just donate what you can afford andBuxton Methodist Churchethodist Church 9:30am-1pm (last item in 12:30).
Want to understand more about the reasons for and against permitting new drilling in the north sea? Join a Free webinar 24 Nov 6:30-8pm.events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a693674b-5a4b-4984-9ec5-0eb7b8677ed4@b549952b-9d8d-464e-80de-b68...
Buxton Library of Things is within the book library on Kent’s Bank Rd, has over 160 Things that you can borrow for between £1 and £5 per item per week. Browse the inventory and join online, reserve what you want to borrow, then collect / return Mondays 4:30-5:45pm and Saturdays 10-12. buxtonlibraryofthings.myturn.com/library/ or email library@transitionbuxton.co.uk
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We will be making Halloween costumes on 23 October in the Buxton Assembly Rooms as part of the Free Family Fun day, 10-3. Others will be making masks, whittling wands and more. No fees, just donate what you can afford and feel is fair. We’d love your pre-loved costumes including incomplete ones to use, along with donated materials for this Upcycling With A Spooky Twist activity. Pop them in a donation box in the Pump Room, Library, and Station or bring them along on the day.🎃 Buy less. Scare more. ♻️Halloween costumes don't have to be brand new. We've found some brilliant second-hand gems that are kinder to your bank balance and the environment.👻 Where have you found the best pre-loved costumes or spooky accessories? Drop your recommendations below! 🧙♀️🧛♂️🦇
We’re on the map for International Repair Day repairday.org/ #Buxton Repair Cafe is the 4th Saturday of the month, so 24Oct in the halls of Buxton Methodist Church on the Market Place, 9:30-1:00 (last item in by 12:30). No fees, just donate what you can afford and feel is fair.
International Repair Day - Repair Day
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International Repair Day is an annual celebration for everyone who makes repair happen in their communities around the world.