Thinking Globally
Acting Locally
ABOUT US
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.
Community Resilience
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WHAT WE DO
Some of our Key Projects
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 July & August 2025 issue of our E-Newsletter full of news, views and information.
Our first Stitch Don’t Ditch sewing workshop on 20 May went really well. Everyone learned something new and most went home with something they’d created using waste materials. The volunteers..
The BIG FIX is back! Running throughout the whole of May, The BIG FIX has one aim – to fix and breathe new life into as many broken things as..
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The Library of Things has had a flurry of new donations recently including a Tile Cutter bringing our inventory of useful Things up to 138 items. If you have not browsed the online inventory recently its well worth doing so, you may be surprosed at what you will find. ![]()
All our items are available to borrow for nominal weekly fees - max £5 per item per week. Simple reserve online, collect, use and return. Borrow don't buy! Its better for your purse and better for the planet.![]()
buxtonlibraryofthings.myturn.com/library/
#Buxton Repair Cafe, Sat 23 Aug 9:30-1pm (last item in 12:30) in the halls of Buxton Methodist Church. No fees, just donate what you can afford and feel is fair. Fairtrade refreshments available from the Church Cafe while you wait.Why do people visit a Repair Café? Some want to avoid waste, others are simply very attached to a particular item. Like grandfather's antique clock. Do you also have an irreplaceable product that no longer works? If so, come to the Repair Café! bit.ly/4l7YJn8
The government has announced a new grant for electric cars, offering a discount of up to £3,750. Find out more: ![]()
Electric car grant: all eligible cars (plus other brand discounts) - Which?
www.which.co.uk
Find out which EVs are eligible for the new grant, plus the other models with unofficial ‘grants’
Did you know that not all hornets are the same and that some are actually beneficial members of our local ecosystem?![]()
The European Hornet is the largest, growing to about 2.5 to 3.5 centimetres in length - roughly the size of a large thumb. Despite its intimidating size, this species is generally a gentle giant, more focused on hunting pests than bothering with people.![]()
The Asian Hornet is smaller (about 2 to 2.5 centimetres long) and looks quite different from our native European Hornet. It’s darker overall, almost black, with a distinctive orange face. Unlike our friendly giant, the Asian Hornet is more aggressive, especially towards honeybees and other pollinators. Its presence can threaten local bee populations - a big problem for gardeners, farmers, and anyone who relies on bees for pollination. ![]()
If you see a hornet and aren’t sure what it is:![]()
- Observe carefully and note its size, colour, and behaviour.![]()
- Take photos if possible.![]()
- Contact your local Wildlife Trust or Record Centre before taking any action - see link below![]()
Recording your sightings is really important - it helps make sure all the data is properly logged and checked, creating a reliable record that supports conservation and planning. Remember, the European Hornet is a beneficial insect. By understanding and valuing its role in our environment, we can take action to support it and help maintain a healthy balance in nature. ![]()
www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/about/projects/derbyshire-biological-records-centre?utm_medium...
Jane Goodall being awesome and inspirational again
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As it's the 17th on Sunday it's Green Drinks evening at the Old Sun Inn. Entirely informal, just social with people who are interested in sustainability and making a difference locally.
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