{"id":59097,"date":"2026-02-25T19:19:49","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T18:19:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thefamilygrapevine.co.uk\/midsussex\/?p=59097"},"modified":"2026-02-25T19:28:15","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T18:28:15","slug":"expect-the-unexpected-at-lindfield-repair-cafe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thefamilygrapevine.co.uk\/midsussex\/2026\/02\/25\/expect-the-unexpected-at-lindfield-repair-cafe\/","title":{"rendered":"Expect the Unexpected at Lindfield Repair Caf\u00e9!"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Two big cats, worms and an old-fashioned hairdryer hood are just some of the things you may see at Lindfield Repair Caf\u00e9<\/a>!\u00a0<\/p>

The hairdryer hood, bought in the 1970\u2019s, was still being used regularly by a 92-year-old lady.\u00a0 It was so old that her son doubted its safety.\u00a0 However, when brought to the Caf\u00e9 for PAT testing (to ensure electrical safety and compliance), it passed with flying colours and was deemed safe for continued use.\u00a0 As we often say, they certainly made things properly in those days.\u00a0 PAT testing is just one of the services we offer at our monthly Saturday morning events.\u00a0 So, if you have an old electrical item which hasn\u2019t been tested, bring it in. You will hopefully find it is safe to use for many years to come, meaning you won\u2019t need to spend money replacing it and you won\u2019t need to send it to landfill!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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On to the big cats…one old toy tiger was brought in by Fran to be given a new lease of life.\u00a0 He was a gift to her when she was a little girl, from her dear brother, who tragically passed away at a young age, making the tiger even more precious to her.\u00a0 With expert treatment by volunteer repairer Susan, who re-plumped his tummy which had become flat with cuddling, Tig went home looking and feeling much better with many more years of cuddles ahead of him.<\/p>

Luckily, the visiting worms were confined to their wonderful wormery, brought in by Fairer World Lindfield<\/a>, who came in as our local Community Project to show visitors how to reduce their carbon footprint. \u00a0The wormery was used to demonstrate how earthworms can work with microscopic life to turn raw kitchen waste into rich compost and liquid plant feed. \u00a0<\/p>

Whether you are a regular or occasional visitor, or if you’re coming along for the first time, we would love to meet you. \u00a0\u00a0Bring your items for repair or just pop in to see what it\u2019s all about.\u00a0 You may even like to join our fantastic team of volunteers.\u00a0 There are many different roles, as well as repairers, so you don\u2019t need any particular skills to come on board.<\/p>

PLEASE NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO REPAIR CAF\u00c9 IN APRIL AS THE CHURCH IS BEING USED FOR EASTER SERVICES.<\/p>

Our next event will be on Saturday 2nd<\/sup> May and you might like to bring along garden tools to be sharpened or bikes to be checked, as well as spring clothing that may need some tlc.<\/p>

Our activity in the Kids\u2019 Room will be cutting, printing and making shape pictures using old photos.<\/p>

ALL REPAIRS MUST BE CHECKED IN BY 12.3OPM FOR COMPLETION BY CLOSING AT 1PM PLEASE<\/em><\/strong><\/p>

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Computer Advice at Lindfield Repair Caf\u00e9:<\/strong>
We don\u2019t carry spares, so physical repairs aren\u2019t usually practical, and the aim is not to compete with local professional services, but we can help with technical issues that may be making you think about replacing your device prematurely. Don\u2019t forget the power supply!<\/p>

Recycling Collection Points at the Caf\u00e9:<\/strong><\/p>