Hampshire Swap & Exchange Events

08/03/2026

With a brand new school uniform being introduced at the end of this school year, Crestwood Community School is accepting unwanted uniform skirts, blazers and ties to help support students this term (so parents don't need to buy new for such a short amount of time). ♻️

Passing on good‑quality items can make a real difference, and with the uniform changing soon, it’s the perfect moment to let go of anything you’ve been saving “just in case.”

Donations can be dropped off at either school campus during school hours or Top Set Learning Centre is happy to help by acting as an additional drop-off point. You’re welcome to leave items in a tied bag outside at any time: 15 Pirelli Way, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 5GE. ♻️

04/02/2026

Super excited with our upcoming Market Day......
save the date.... and come and grab a bargain with sustainable fashion.
Money raised going to charity.

23/12/2025

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A divorced woman, holding onto an unworn wedding dress, decided it was time to let it go — but not by selling it. Instead, she offered it freely online, hoping it could bring joy to someone else. A struggling bride-to-be, unable to afford a dress for her big day, came across the offer and reached out — nervous, thankful, and overwhelmed.

When the day came to pass the dress on, the two women met in person. No money was exchanged. Just a quiet, meaningful hug between strangers who understood life’s unexpected turns. The bride held the gown to her chest like it was a miracle. The woman who gave it away simply smiled and said, “May it bring the happiness it was meant to.”

What started as a quiet act of letting go became a moment of shared grace. The giver found peace. The receiver found hope. And the dress — once folded away in silence — found its place in a new beginning.

Sometimes, the kindest things we can do cost nothing — just the courage to share.

02/12/2025

The next swap will be at
4pm-7pm,
Saturday 13th December,
Link in bio for the event details.
🥳 👕👗👚🧣🧥🧦

Thank you again to

31/07/2025

The next swap will be at
1pm-4pm,
Saturday 9th August,
Link in bio for the event details.
🥳 👕👗👚🧣🧥🧦

Once again thank you to for hosting us at our last swap!

11/05/2025

🌱✨ Eastleigh Community Garden Gardening Swap Shop! ✨🌱

📅 Saturday, 17th May
🕙 10:00 - 13:00
📍 Market Street/High Street, behind the Salvation Army building

Bring along your garden goodies – plants, seeds, tools, pots, or gardening books – and swap them for something new! Don't have anything to swap? No worries – a small donation is welcome. 🌻🪴

🛠️ Find a bargain, support your local community garden, and connect with fellow garden lovers. Every penny donated goes straight back into the garden, helping it bloom. 🌸🌳

06/05/2025

CLOTHING DONATION DROP-OFF – SUNDAY 25TH MAY

The Alderbury Clothing Exchange team will be at the Pavilion on Alderbury Recreation Ground on Sunday 25th May from 11am to 4pm, and we’ll be accepting clothing donations during that time!

We’re currently preparing for our next Clothing Exchange event in June (details to follow soon!), and we’re calling on the community to donate good quality clothing to help us make it another great success.

We’re accepting:
• Clothing for newborns through to adults
• Items for men, women, and children

Donation guidelines:
• Please ensure all items are clean and intact
• No rips, stains, or missing zips/buttons
• We are not accepting adult shoes at this time

In need of school uniform?
If you or someone you know is looking for school uniform items, feel free to come along during this time and browse what we have available—everything is free to take.

Thank you for supporting Alderbury Clothing Exchange and helping us build a stronger, more sustainable community!

04/05/2025

New location & date announcement 🥳🥳🥳