ValDa replied on 28/03/2012 19:07
Posted on 28/03/2012 19:07
For those not familiar with Freecycle, it's a way of giving away stuff you dont want, which might otherwise go into landfill, and getting things you do want - all for free! There are local groups, set up by local people, you join your local group, and you post what you want to give away. People email to request it, and you choose the 'lucky' recipient! You can also post if you are looking for something, and anyone with such an item to give away can get in touch with you.
We've given away lots of things, and got lots of other things in return. At the moment we're giving away a basic microwave, and various other bits and pieces from elderly mum-in-law's house, and have just received a garden table and six chairs, and a leisure battery for the caravan.
We have thriving local groups - but what about a similar scheme on one of these forums? That would certainly cut the cost of touring, if people could get things for free! Maybe the CC staff could investigate the practicalities of the idea - it might be better on a local basis, after all the whole point is recycling and saving resources.
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