Greener Hackney

16/10/2026

Hackney is buzzing with repair action for International Repair Week and Circular Economy Week! 🌍♻️ Repair Cafes are in full swing!

Discover local events near you this month and subscribe to never miss an update: 👉email.hackney.gov.uk/p/6NIJ-PXS/zerowaste

13/10/2026

💚 It's Circular Economy Week (12-18 October)!♻️ A week to celebrate all things circular and sustainable happening in Hackney!

There are many ways that communities can come together to reduce waste, reuse materials and lower their carbon footprint...and in Hackney there's a whole host of ways to take part!

💡Learn electrical repair skills with Fixing Factory

👚 Swap out for fresh wardrobe items at Fashion for Future's clothes swap on 17th October

🫙Stock up on essentials by refilling rather than buying new

⚒️ Don't buy - rent items from Dalston Library of Things

🪡Join a local Repair Cafe event such as TrueBlue Reworks at The CoHub Hackney or St Paul's with St Michael's Primary School morning repair fair.

👶Learn about reusable nappies with Hackney Real Nappy Network

See what's happening on page 22 of the latest Love Hackey 👇https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UBmsCmxwZyMvM1hKaFvZJswN9793Qow0/view

Stay up to date with future zero waste events happening in the borough by signing up to our Zero Waste newsletter here: https://www.hackney.gov.uk/rubbish-and-recycling/other-ways-reduce-reuse-and-recycle/ways-reduce-waste-and-reuse-items

12/10/2026

🚨 2 days to go for the FIRST borough-wide Inclusion Fair at The CoHub on Wednesday 14 October organised by CoCreate Hackney!

If you’re a resident with SEN, a disability, long-term condition or additional/inclusion needs - or a parent, carer or family member - this one is for you. 💜

🔥 28 inclusive stalls
💼 Employers & employment support
🎓 Education, skills & training
💜 Disability, SEN & community organisations
🩺 Health, wellbeing & independent living
💬 Advice, advocacy & guidance
📝 FREE CV Clinic
📸 FREE professional headshots
👔 FREE Work Ready Wardrobe
☕ Refreshments

There will be a Quiet Hour 11am–12pm for residents who’ll benefit from a calmer, more accessible experience.

📅 Wed 14 October | 11am-4pm
📍 The CoHub, E9 7LP
🎟️ FREE - book on Eventbrite or just turn up: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hackney-inclusion-fair-2026-tickets-1996438263589

06/10/2026

🚨 2 DAYS TO GO! 🛠️⚡️

Don't toss it—fix it! Bring broken items, clothes, or bikes for FREE repairs this Saturday. Plus pre-loved fashion & free reusable nappies! 🚲👗♻️

📅 Sat 10 Oct, 11am – 3pm
📍 Pembury Community Centre, E8 1FA
🎟️ FREE

What’s available:
🔌 Electrical & 🧵 Clothing Repairs: Advance booking required—slots fill up fast!
🚲 Bike Repairs: Free drop-in maintenance (first-come, first-served) plus cycle maintenance workshops.
👗 Pre-loved Fashion: Browse clothes from Community Closet CIC.
👶 Free Reusable Nappies: Pick up nappies to try at home.
☕ Free Refreshments: Remember to bring your own reusable mug!

👉 Learn more here: https://zeroemissionsnetwork.com/fixathon

30/09/2026

🛠️ Hackney Fixathon Repair Day!

Bring broken items, damaged clothes, or bikes for FREE repairs. Browse pre-loved fashion & grab free reusable nappies! 🚲👗⚡️

📅 Sat 10 Oct, 11am–3pm
📍 Pembury Community Centre, E8 1FA
🎟️ FREE

✨ What’s on offer:

🔌 Electrical Repairs: Get your small household electricals repaired for free. Book your repair slot at: bit.ly/4rKBN2o

🪡 Clothing Repairs: Get your damaged clothes repaired. Book your repair slot at bit.ly/4e00Bxl

🚲 Bike Repairs: Drop-in bike maintenance on a first-come, first-served basis (no booking required).

👗 Pre-loved Clothes: Browse a selection of pre-loved clothes on offer from Community Closet CIC.

👶 Reusable Nappies: Pick up reusable baby nappies to try at home for free.

Free refreshments are available—remember to bring your own reusable mug! ☕

🔗 For more information, visit 👉 zeroemissionsnetwork.com/fixathon

18/09/2026

Join Hackney Markets next weekend for their Sustainable Living Day, a free community event celebrating sustainable living, local creativity and community action with a free day for all ages 💚

Come along for hands-on workshops, environmental groups, human-powered activities, live music and plenty of ideas around how we can reuse, make, play and share more sustainably.

📍 Chatsworth Road Market, E5
📅 Sunday 27 September
🕙 10am–5pm
🎨 Activities: 12pm–4pm

Bring the family, get involved and discover practical ways to live a little greener while supporting local people and projects!

12/09/2026

Keen to get your hands on the tastiest fruit and veg in town? 🥦🥕

Growing Communities is offering new members 25% off their first month's organic fruit and veg bag with the code TAKEOFF25 at checkout – while spots last. Bags start from just £11 a week 💚

Why sign up?
🌈 Better for you
🐝 Better for the planet
🧑‍🌾 Fair for farmers
♻️ Minimal waste
🗓️ Flexible collection

Say goodbye to bland, imported produce👋
Find out more and sign up here: growingcommunities.org/

10/09/2026

Fantastic news for ! 💚

Hackney Council has awarded grants to 7 amazing local community groups to launch Repair Cafés across the borough over the next year, free for residents! 🛠️🧵

Repair Cafes will focus on a mixture of textile👖, bike 🚲 and electrical 🔌 repairs, bringing neighbors together to learn skills, save money, and keep items out of landfill.

Beyond reducing waste, these initiatives foster community cohesion, build practical skills, and champion inclusivity—including BSL-interpreted sessions and neuro-inclusive spaces. Huge congratulations to all the funded organisations making Hackney's circular economy a reality! 🛠️🌍

Follow our socials and sign up to our newsletter to keep up to date with upcoming events! 🔗 Read more: https://news.hackney.gov.uk/news/hackney-council-marks-zero-waste-week-with-launch-of-repair-cafe-programme

Seven community groups awarded grants to open Repair Cafés and promote sustainability and community resilience.

09/09/2026

Refill Therapy is a local Hackney-based refill store, making sustainable living accessible, practical, and affordable. 🌍 Their mission is simple: to help residents ditch single-use plastics and embrace a zero-waste lifestyle with a range of quality, eco-conscious essentials. ✨

They've moved to a new location at 15 Copper Street! Pay them a visit to refill, reuse, and reduce! ♻️

refilltherapy.co.uk/

07/09/2026

Learn about reusable nappies this September with two great events coming up!👶

Join Hackney Real Nappy Network this FRIDAY (11 September) from 10am. Learn about reusable nappies and claim a free £70 voucher. Mel from Wrap a Hug Sling Library East London will be there for sling checks from 11am!

Come along to the Give & Take event next Wednesday 16th September from 12-1.30pm at the Round Chapel. No need to bring anything, just come along and take what you need!

🔗https://hackneyrealnappy.net/events/