Wymondham residents turned out in force to support sustainability at South Norfolk Council’s Reuse and Recycling Event, held on Thursday 31st July at Kett’s Park Community and Recreation Centre.

The event welcomed 183 attendees, who helped give hundreds of items a second life while doing their bit for the environment. Residents dropped off a total of 766 electrical items, with 63 selected for reuse following safety checks and the remainder responsibly recycled. In addition, 30 items of clothing and textiles were taken home by visitors during the event.

Cllr Keith Kiddie, South Norfolk Council’s Cabinet Member for the Environment, said:

"It was fantastic to see so many residents getting involved in the event. We collected hundreds of electrical items, from kettles and toasters to laptops and TVs, along with bags full of clothing and textiles. Many of these were saved for reuse, giving them a second life and helping others in the community. Events like this show how small actions can make a big impact, cutting waste, supporting local charities and protecting the environment all at once."

Local cancer charity Big C also benefited from the community’s generosity, collecting 9 bin bags and 5 shopping bags full of textiles for reuse and taking the remaining electrical devices that passed the safety test. Nearly two clothing banks were filled, with contents now heading off for further reuse and recycling.

For more information on future reuse and recycling events, visit our website on the topic.