The Littleport Repair Cafe team will be back with their sixth Repair Cafe this year on Saturday 29th March. Repairers will be on hand to repair your household electrical items, jewellery, clothes and textiles. To book an item in for repair email littleportrepaircafe@gmail.com. There will also be some walk in slots available on the day. Repairs […]
Working with Action on Energy East Cambridgeshire, Community Energy South and East Cambridgeshire District Council – East Cambridgeshire Climate Action Network is now offering FREE initial Home Energy Advice from January until the end of March 2025 – to home owners, tenants and landlords. We don’t want to leave anyone behind in not having a cosy […]
Soham’s tenth Repair Café hosted by @Soham Community Association, @TwilightTuesdayWI – Soham and @Cambridgeshire Libraries – a free event – bring along your broken item, be it a kettle, torn jeans or even a smashed phone screen (with a replacement screen of course!) – our experienced repairers will try their best to help […]
Littleport Repair Cafe has grown from 13 items to 37 (29/3/25). With 4 resident repairers on hand to check your items, repair, advise and save from landfill. Bookings for the Repair Cafe are now open. Just phone the Organiser Chris Bennett 07866 787773 or email littleportrepaircafe@gmail.com We can also be found on Facebook just search […]
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Our second Repair Cafe at St Andrews Hall Main Street Witchford CB6 2HQ. Come and have your items repaired in time for Summer. We can accept the following types of items for repair – mechanical items, small electrical items,computers/laptops/tablets, bikes. Book your slots online (a link to the booking form will be available from early […]
Sat 28 Jun 2025, 1:00pm – 4:00pm Bring your broken household items back to life at the Sutton TimeBank Repair Café! Our skilled volunteer repairers will be on hand at The Glebe (4 High Street, Sutton, Ely, Cambs, CB6 2RB), ready to repair everything from electronics and small appliances to clothing and toys. Save money, […]
Now accepting requests for repairs at the nineth Burwell Repair Cafe Book a slot to have your broken appliances assessed and, hopefully, mended. If you do make a booking - please make a record of the date in your diary or calendar.
Join us for the first of a series of webinars from Hogan Lovells exploring the global movement to recognise the Rights of Rivers and how rivers’ rights can be recognised in the UK. With a focus on case studies and practical steps, we’ll examine how rivers’ rights such as the right to flow, to be free […]
14th October 2025 Nik Shelton ‘Bringing Beavers Back’
How do we persuade decision-makers, politicians, and communities to take bold action on traffic reduction? Join Action Network for the first in their new series of evening webinars, held in partnership with their allies, where they explore the art of communicating the case for reducing car dependence. Their speaker is Izzy Romilly, Sustainable Transport Researcher […]
Bring your broken household items back to life at the Sutton Timebank’s Repair café on Saturday 18th October. Our team of experienced volunteer repairers can look at your broken items including small household appliances, clothes and other textiles, electronic items, bikes, jewellery, and much more. Repairs are FREE, and donations are welcome, cakes and biscuits […]
Professor Mike Meredith of British Antarctic Survey will share his thoughts on "Climate change a view from the poles" at Carbon Neutral Cambridge’s in-person AGM. The event will be held in person in room LAB 027 at Anglia Ruskin University, East Road, Cambridge CB1 1PT at 6:30-8pm on Monday 27 October 2025. For more information […]
With the publication of Is A River Alive? and Natural Connection, Robert Macfarlane and Joycelyn Longdon are addressing critical issues surrounding the rights of nature and social justice. With a focus on the complex interweave of climate, nature, and society, they urge a deeper understanding of the lessons of people and place. Hosted by CCI Executive Director Melissa […]
Hidden beneath the waves surrounding the UK lies a vast, unsung carbon store: our muddy seabeds. These underwater landscapes hold an astonishing 240 million tonnes of organic carbon in just in the top 10cm of sediment, and are vital for marine wildlife! But these valuable carbon stores are being impacted by human activities like dredging and […]
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Fenland has all too often been dismissed as boring and with little biodiversity value outside the washes and a few NNRs. The Fenland Flora project, now ready for publication, has sought to document the history and present status of wild plants in Fenland, and has shown the vital importance of the region, especially for aquatic plants. In […]
Water Sensitive Cambridge present an evening of speakers who bring a breadth of experience and knowledge in how we can save more water in our homes and protect our precious water resources in the region. Speakers: Clara Todd of Water Sensitive Cambridge Yair Perry of Water Sensitive Cambridge: on making places for water in Cambridge, […]
This short online training will give you all the information you need to organise a swish. Swishes (clothes swap parties) have become a real ‘thing’ in Cambridgeshire with the number of swishes organised by schools, colleges, community groups, companies and other organisations increasing all the time. These events are fun for the community but also […]
Littleport Repair Cafe has grown from 13 items to 37 (29/3/25). With 4 resident repairers on hand to check your items, repair, advise and save from landfill. Bookings for the Repair Cafe are now open. Just phone the Organiser Chris Bennett 07866 787773 or email littleportrepaircafe@gmail.com We can also be found on Facebook just search […]
** THIS EVENT IS FOR RESIDENTS OF ELY (CAMBRIDGESHIRE) AND SURROUNDING VILLAGES! ** Our world is changing – and so is Ely. Hotter summers, unpredictable rainfall, flooding, and growing pressures on local resources, are already shaping how we live. The Ely SAFER Initiative is about turning these challenges into opportunities - to make […]
Jonathon Porritt, veteran climate campaigner, advisor and writer, has consistently highlighted the environmental crisis and its threat to social and ecological justice - over 50 years of constantly looking for solutions. His newly published, eleventh book, 'Love, Anger & Betrayal', visits the latest generation of climate activists and documents the experiences of 26 insightful young […]
Book onto this free online training session to learn how you can use a thermal imaging camera to reveal where your home, and other buildings are leaking heat. In this 60 minute session CCF will cover: How to interpret thermal images and common pitfalls that lead to misinterpretation Using the thermal cameras to get identify […]
With Jenny Raggett, Director and Project Coordinator at Transport for New Homes. Jenny will share her personal experiences of local campaigning to resist car-dependent new developments, while pressing for homes to be concentrated around good public transport and other key destinations (e.g. schools, shops, healthcare facilities), ensuring that these are easily reachable by active travel and […]
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Join the Environmental Data Network for a live webinar about tree data, presented by representatives from the Woodland Trust! Harriet Downey from the Woodland Trust will present a summary of key findings of the State of Woods and Trees as the lead author. Dr Simon Smart will present the links between the SoWT & the Bunce Survey, […]
Book onto this free online training session to learn how you can use a thermal imaging camera to reveal where your home, and other buildings are leaking heat. In this 60 minute session CCF will cover: How to interpret thermal images and common pitfalls that lead to misinterpretation Using the thermal cameras to get identify […]
A free, in person session for anyone who would like to run a Repair Cafe in their community. Cambridgeshire is recognised as a UK hub for Repair Cafes, and Cambridge Carbon Footprint has a strong team that supports new groups and individuals who’d like to have a go at setting one up. Repair Cafes keep […]
The Nature Recovery – From the Ground Up project is a 4-year Cambridgeshire County Council funded project that will support parishes to put together Community Nature Recovery Plans that are aligned with the recently published Local Nature Recovery Strategy. There is a working group meeting for the south and east cambs project coming up: South/East Cambs border […]
What is Big Garden Birdwatch? Big Garden Birdwatch is the world’s largest garden wildlife survey. Every year, hundreds of thousands of nature lovers like you take part, helping to build a picture of how garden birds are faring. How to take part Get your free guide and stock up on supplies, with 20% off and […]
Littleport Repair Cafe, which has become more popular, each time they hold an event. Repairs are local and share good knowledge, they will go above and beyond to fix an item. Bookings have increased at each Repair Cafe and footfall and refreshments (supported by our local Timebank), has become very popular. We invite other organisations, […]
Exclusively for local authorities and their partners Webinar Overview In this session, we’ll explore: The consumer need for trusted home energy advice – presented by Which? How local/combined authorities can work with Which? and Snugg to bring this advice to their residents, via the home energy planning service How we can collaborate to increase awareness […]
This session is the first in a new gardening webinar series hosted by our Postcode Gardeners. This UK-wide team of professional gardeners helps communities to restore greenery and wildlife with the support of our friends at The Co-operative Bank. Next week’s session is hosted by Liz Moxon, Postcode Gardener in Notting Dale, London. Over 60 […]
Ely Repair Cafe will be back in the new year to start the year off right! What: Ely Repair Cafe When: Saturday 31 January 2026, 11am-2pm Where: Ely Library, 6 The Cloisters, Ely, CB7 4ZH What better way to start the year than by saving some money and helping the environment? For our ninth repair […]
Burwell Repair Cafe will be back in the new year to start the year off right! What: Burwell Repair Cafe When: Sunday 1 February 2026, 2pm-5pm Where: Mandeville Hall, Reach Rd, Burwell, Cambridge CB25, UK. What better way to start the year than by saving some money and helping the environment? We'll be set up […]
Book onto this free online training session to learn how you can use a thermal imaging camera to reveal where your home, and other buildings are leaking heat. In this 60 minute session CCF will cover: How to interpret thermal images and common pitfalls that lead to misinterpretation Using the thermal cameras to get identify […]
There will be a free light walk along a rare chalk stream which has been set up by The Newmarket Chalk Streams Trust. The parade walk at 6:45pm will be led by the local samba band 🕺💃 The walk is estimated to take approximately 30 minutes. After the walk, hot crepes 🥞will be available outside […]
This webinar looks at more key challenges to restoration from different perspectives and what next for lowland peat restoration This webinar looks at more key challenges to peat restoration from different perspectives, and the experiences gained that would help overcome these in the future to restore degraded peatlands into vibrant carbon-storing landscapes. Frank Street, Site […]
Cambridgeshire County Council's qualified mechanic will attend to perform a free bike health check. This includes gear and brake adjustments, a safety check, lubrication of parts with recommendations for repairs where necessary. Click the use the QR code or click the link below to see when he is in your area and book in your […]
Soham’s twelfth Repair Café Their skilled volunteer repairers will be on hand, ready to repair everything from electronics and small appliances to clothing and toys. Save money, reduce waste, and learn repair skills from our experienced team. Use this query form (https://forms.gle/cqBpcVo4Kdy9DmucA Opens in a new window) to help them to collate any potential repairs so […]
Over the past year, the St Ives Eco Café has brought our community together to chat about real-life environmental issues — from saving energy 💡and wildlife-friendly gardening 🌳to sustainable food 🥕🍐👨🍳and even coping with climate anxiety🔆😧. The group would love to welcome new faces and fresh ideas! This month's topic will be gardening to help […]
In the talk “Just Earth” Tony Juniper will draw on more than 40 years of experience in research, practical work, campaigning and advocacy, combined with interviews with globally renowned experts, to reveal the system shifts needed to achieve real, lasting change. Dr Tony Juniper CBE is a prominent environmental figure active in the defence of Nature […]
Littleport Repair Cafe now has 5 resident repairs who are experienced in engineering, electronics computers, needlework, jewellery repairs, clocks, hoovers etc. To book a repair simply email littleportrepaircafe@gmail.com or phone 07866787773 and they can match your job with a repair. They serve refreshments, thanks to the Littleport and Ely Timebank.
This 45 min online training will give you all the information you need to organise a swish. Swishes (clothes swap parties) have become a real ‘thing’ in Cambridgeshire with the number of swishes organised by schools, colleges, community groups, companies and other organisations increasing threefold in 2023! These events are fun for the community but […]
Bring your broken household items back to life at the Littleport Repair Café this May! Their skilled volunteer repairers will be on hand at Littleport Village Hall, ready to repair everything from electronics and small appliances to clothing and toys. Save money, reduce waste, and learn repair skills from our experienced team. To book a […]
🌿 Isleham — We’re Building a Team of Nature Detectorists! And we’d love you to be part of it. Do you enjoy walking around Isleham? Noticing wildlife? Caring about the places we all share? Then you’re already halfway to being a Nature Detectorist. 🔍 What’s a Nature Detectorist? Someone who spots chances to help nature thrive […]
Bring your broken household items back to life at the Ely Repair Café this April! Their skilled volunteer repairers will be on hand at Ely Library (CB6 4ZH), ready to repair everything from electronics and small appliances to clothing and toys. Save money, reduce waste, and learn repair skills from our experienced team. Visit the […]
Organised by Stretham Community Garden Volunteers working with Stretham Primary School Gardening Club.
A special community screening: The People’s Emergency Briefing What’s happening with climate and nature, and what does it mean for everyday life in the UK? Join us for a screening of the People’s Emergency Briefing - an eye-opening 50-minute film bringing together nine leading UK scientists and experts with the latest evidence and why it […]
Tue 13 Oct 2026, 6:00pm – 7:15pm Have you been to a Repair Cafe, felt inspired, and would like to start one in your community too? Come to this friendly session to find out more about the Repair Cafe movement and the Cambridgeshire Repair Cafe Network, and how they can support you. From toolkits and […]