Repair Cafe Wales: Fix it Feb
The Heart of Wales Line is more than a scenic rail route; it’s a lifeline for rural communities. Being rural means, it can sometimes be difficult for residents to visit the larger towns and cities to purchase new items, which is why we are encouraging our communities to take part in Fix it Feb.
What is Fix it Feb? It’s a national campaign organised and run by Repair Cafe Wales to keep cherished and practical items out of landfill. By repairing instead of replacing, we save money, reduce waste and promote sustainability.
How to take part?
- Pledge: Take the pledge on the Repair Cafe Wales website to fix one item this month – anything from a toaster to a t-shirt.
- Ride the Rails to Repair: Take the sustainable route and travel by train with your item to your local Repair Cafe. We’ve compiled a list of those near railway stations along the Heart of Wales Line.
- Skills Sharing: Repair Cafes are also social hubs so why not sit with a volunteer, grab a cup of tea and learn how to maintain your own gear.
Repair Cafes along the Heart of Wales Line
| Location | Nearest Railway Station | Distance From Railway Station | Address | Open | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llandovery Repair Cafe | Llandovery | 0.4 miles | Pethau Pawb, 5 Stone Street, Llandovery SA20 0BX | 14 February, 7 March, 4 April | 11:00 - 14:00 |
| Repair Cafe Llanelli | Llanelli | 0.3 miles | Llanelli Railway Goods Shed Trust, Marsh Street, Llanelli SA15 1BG | 21 February, 21 March, 18 April | 10:00 - 13:00 |
| Repair Cafe Swansea Repair Space | Swansea | 0.6 miles | The Environment Centre, Pier Street Swansea SA1 1RY | 21 February, 21 March, 18 April | 10:30 - 13:30 |
We pleased to announce the appointment of Samantha Skyrme as our new Chairperson, bringing new passion and inspiration to support sustainable travel, strengthen community connections, and encourage economic growth along this much-loved scenic route.
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A £1 million vegetation management programme on the Heart of Wales line is underway, with the aim of reducing delays and cancellations caused by fallen trees.
Mae’r flwyddyn hon yn nodi 200 mlwyddiant y rheilffordd fodern yn y DU ac mae Cymru’n paratoi i ddathlu’r garreg filltir hanesyddol hon.
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