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The Fixy project promotes reuse, repair and recycling throughout Somerset. The Fixy team will be on the road in the next month. Join them to learn about, reuse and repair or to donate your pre-loved tech.
The Fixy team can accept donations of laptops, tablets, mobile phones, digital cameras and other smart devices (see online for a full list). Please make sure to sign out of iCloud (or similar), and leave the devices unlocked. Data will be securely wiped by Donate IT before items are passed back into the community.
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Event
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Location
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Time
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Combe St Nicholas Environmental Fair
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Combe St Nicholas Village Hall, TA20 3LT
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Saturday 7 June
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11am to 2pm
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Green Scythe Fair
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Thorney Lakes, Muchelney, Somerset TA10 0DW
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Sunday 8 June
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From 11am
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Green Fayre Picnic, Big Green Week
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Goodland Gardens, The Bridge, Taunton TA1 1UQ
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Saturday 14 June
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10am to 3pm
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Watchet Carnival Fayre
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Memorial Ground, Govier's Lane, Watchet, TA23 0ER
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Sunday 27 July
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Midday to 5pm
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World Refill Day, taking place on Monday 16 June, is more than just raising awareness; it’s a Global Day of Action dedicated to inspiring a reuse revolution across the world.
This day is about encouraging everyone to refill and reuse, reducing the reliance on single-use plastics and packaging.
In Somerset, we are proud to encourage refilling by providing free water bottle refill stations in five of the county’s high-streets (Wellington, Taunton, Minehead, Yeovil and Bridgwater). This initiative, in partnership with Wessex Water, has already saved residents money and avoided thousands of single-use plastic bottles going to waste. Find locations of these and other refill points on the Wessex Water website.
An estimated 7.7 billion plastic water bottles are used in the UK every year. However, Somerset’s water refill stations have prevented the need for more than 70,000 single-use plastic bottles.
Did you know that half of the plastic we create (about 400million tonnes a year!) goes into packaging that’s single-use?
Almost half of Brits have said they want to avoid using single-use plastics but find it difficult. So next time you head into town, don’t forget to bring a bottle with you so you can refill on-the-go!
If you're not near one of our refill points, you can download the free ‘Refill’ app, where you’ll be directed to participating shops and cafes who will refill your water bottle for free.
 Great Big Green Week starts on 7 June and is a celebration of community action to tackle climate change and protect nature. One fantastic way to contribute is by organising an event that promotes sustainability, such as swap shops, swishing parties, and jumble sales. These activities not only help reduce waste but also foster community spirit and raise awareness about environmental issues.
Swapping and swishing events are innovative ways to refresh your wardrobe or household items without spending money. A swap shop, also known as a "bring and take" or "Freecycle day," allows participants to exchange items they no longer need for something new. These events can be organised as small gatherings or large community events, making them versatile and accessible.
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