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
Practical Actions
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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Latest Newsletter & Articles
Welcome to the January & February 2025 issue of our E-Newsletter full of news, views and information.
We held 9 instead of 10 Repair Cafes in 2024, because of having to cancel the November one due to snow. During those 9 sessions a total of 285 items..
Sadly the Terracycle scheme that our ‘Hard to Recycle’ bins are part of has announced that they can no longer accept plastic writing implements, so unfortunately we will no longer..
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Pile of chairs looking for a home. Behind the Palace Hotel. They should survive the odd shower, but best collected Friday.
Sustainable growth is good for economies and the planet. Airport expansion is not.
This Valentines give some love to second hand
Our Guide for Where to Buy Second Hand Clothing Online - Good On You
goodonyou.eco
Where to buy second hand, vintage and pre-loved fashion online and in stores around the world, including brand take-back schemes and more.
We are celebrarting 1 year of Buxton Library of Things. Read all about it. ![]()
Buxton Library of Things celebrates one year of community borrowing | YourWorld
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The Buxton Library of Things is celebrating it’s first birthday. Launched on 30th January 2024 the community borrowing service has been embraced by lo...
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buxtonlibraryofthings.myturn.com/library/Embarking on a DIY project this month? Why not rent your next drill or other power tool?![]()
✅ Easier on your budget![]()
✅Frees up your storage space![]()
✅ Supports a community resource ![]()
✅Contributes to a circular economy![]()
✅ Reduces e-waste! ![]()
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Book here🔗 www.libraryofthings.co.uk/catalogue/browse?categories=diy![]()
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Top tip: Book the SDS Drill for heavy-duty holes and make sure to book the multi-detector too ⚡It'll help you avoid hitting hidden pipes and wires 🔍![]()
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#diyprojects #diyrenovation #drill #diyideas #toolsofthetrade #libraryofthings
Just received this lovely message from Lynn Gandy “I would like to thank the Buxton Repair Cafe, specifically John, who repaired my damaged mirror. He made an excellent job. Thank you once again 🙏🙏🙏”![]()
Next Repair Cafe session 22 Feb