QUEENSMERE Shopping Centre will soon host an anti-litter market and repair cafe - giving Slough residents the chance to swing by and bag a bargain.

Hosted by Slough's Anti-litter Society, a team of 12 volunteers will be repairing items, serving refreshments and managing the market on Saturday, January 28 outside the old B&M store.

Founder of Slough Anti-litter Society and organiser of this weekend's upcoming events, Tirza Meinema said: "With the cost of living crisis, people might not have a lot of money to go shopping, these can really be solutions for people - having something repaired or buying something second hand."

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The repair market will see volunteers who are knowledgeable in either fabric, electrical or woodwork, fix items free of charge while also ensuring they are safe and PAT tested if required.

With only eight slots left at the repair cafe, items already booked-in include a weighing scale, rice cooker, bike, radio, hoover, sewing machine, computer monitor, dress, lamp and an air fryer.

However white goods, such as washing machines and microwaves and specific safety equipment such as car seats are not accepted for safety reasons.

While walk-ins are accepted, it is advised to book ahead to ensure there is time and the right equipment to fix the item.

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Running simultaneously, the anti-litter market will see clothes, shoes, accessories, kitchen equipment, jewellery - and of course, unwanted Christmas presents for sale. Prices start at as little as £1.

"There are some really good deals to be found. You can find some quirky and different items."

Last year, over 400 people swung by the market and cafe, driving traction to Tirza's goal of spreading the word about reducing landfill and littering in Slough.

"The success confirmed a need in Slough for a repair cafe and second-hand market," Tirza said.

"The trend to reuse, resell and buy second-hand is growing nationwide, and we see this locally.

"We want to give everyone the opportunity to engage in making Slough a greener and cleaner town."

Everyone is welcome to attend the events.

"Come along for the community spirit, come and see what repairs are being done and what we have," Tirza added.

"There is no pressure it is just something nice for people to just spend some time and have a cup of tea and a chat with us."

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An upcycling stall will also be run on the day where children and adults can bring along old clothes and use fabric paint to give them a new lease of life.

For more information and to book a slot at the repair cafe or market, visit sloughantilitter.org.uk

For those looking to get involved and volunteer, please email sloughrepaircafe@gmail.com