Festival of Thrift

Festival of Thrift The UK's national celebration of sustainable living. An annual, award winning, family event in Kirkleatham, 4 - 5 July 2026.

06/06/2026

📣 One month to go til the Festival Of Thrift! 📣

Come along to Kirkleatham in Redcar on 4 – 5 July 2026, 11am – 5pm for a free weekend celebrating creativity, sustainability and collective joy! 💚

Rock up to Kirkleatham Museum and grounds as they’re transformed with:

🤸 Inspiring outdoor performances
♻️ Repair cafe
🎨 Hands-on creative workshops
🏵️ Unique local traders
👕 Pre-loved fashion
🎭 Interactive installations

& so much more!

Save the dates, spread the word and bring your folks.

We can't wait to see you there 💫

05/06/2026

The planet’s signals are getting louder.

So is our response.

Around the world, solutions already exist.

What's needed now: more speed, more scale.

Start a conversation. Shift a policy. Invest in climate solutions. Share a story. Send a signal that moves others.

Every action counts.

Find out more: https://buff.ly/GHRxgsW

04/06/2026

Summer is the perfect time to learn a new skill and now is your chance with our Sew Like A Pro Workshops! ☀️

📅 June - July
🕰️ 3 hour sessions either on Mondays or Wednesdays
📍 Institute of Thrifty Ideas
🎟️ £45 per 3 sessions

Led by Lindsay, she will teach you how to make clothing from scratch – everything from choosing material, pattern cutting, right up to the finishing touches.

Workshops places are limited – 8 per session – so if you are interested, please book now to avoid missing out.

Book now:
https://buff.ly/kqZnCKk

Have you heard there are loads of fun volunteering opportunities at this year’s Festival of Thrift?! Don’t be shy, come ...
01/06/2026

Have you heard there are loads of fun volunteering opportunities at this year’s Festival of Thrift?!

Don’t be shy, come along and be a part of our Thrifty world! This year you have the option to join in before, after or during the Festival weekend itself (an all-rounder if you’re up to the task) 💚

To sign up, please follow the link:
https://buff.ly/2zA6I6Z

31/05/2026

Ever wanted to learn to make your own clothes? 🧵 Now is your chance with Sew Like A Pro Workshops!

📅 June - July
🕰️ 3 hour sessions either on Mondays or Wednesdays
📍 Institute of Thrifty Ideas
🎟️ £60 per 4 sessions

Led by Lindsay, she will teach you how to make clothing from scratch – everything from choosing material, pattern cutting, right up to the finishing touches.

Workshops places are limited – 8 per session – so if you are interested, please book now to avoid missing out.

Link in the comments 🔗

Sew Like A Pro is back! 🧵 📅 June - July🕰️ 3 hour sessions either on Mondays or Wednesdays📍 Institute of Thrifty Ideas🎟️ ...
29/05/2026

Sew Like A Pro is back! 🧵

📅 June - July
🕰️ 3 hour sessions either on Mondays or Wednesdays
📍 Institute of Thrifty Ideas
🎟️ £60 per 4 sessions

Led by Lindsay, she will teach you how to make clothing from scratch – everything from choosing material, pattern cutting, right up to the finishing touches.

Workshops places are limited – 8 per session – so if you are interested, please book now to avoid missing out.

Volunteer for Festival of Thrift 2026!💚 📅 4 - 5 July🕰️ 9am - 5pm📍 Kirkleatham, RedcarWhether you’re a thrifter, grafter ...
23/05/2026

Volunteer for Festival of Thrift 2026!💚

📅 4 - 5 July
🕰️ 9am - 5pm
📍 Kirkleatham, Redcar

Whether you’re a thrifter, grafter or DIY enthusiast, or simply someone who loves to help, we need you to help make the Festival magic happen 💫

Sign up to volunteer at the link below:
https://buff.ly/2zA6I6Z


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21/05/2026

On her travels our brilliant team member Lindsay has already started making the iconic rosettes for our Best In Show catwalk 🏵️ It's hard to get more Thrifty than this!

You've still got a time to prepare you fabulous outfit for the Festival of Thrift - have you got the style (and swagger) to be chosen for Best In Show?

Come along to Kirkleatham on 4 - 5 July and find out!

20/05/2026

On Saturday we had a fantastic time with Ecologico's Natural Vegan Beauty Workshop, making luxurious, cruelty-free products using natural ingredients 💚

Ruth unearthed all the benefits of essential oils and plant-based blends that are kind to your skin and the planet 🌍️

This will definitely help the team with some beauty self care in the busy run up to the Festival this July - so thanks again to the wonderful

14/05/2026

Volunteer for Festival of Thrift 2026! We’re looking for amazing volunteers who share our values and a sense of fun. Whether you’re a thrifter, grafter or DIY enthusiast, or simply someone who loves to help, we need you!

If you’d like to find out more and visit the site, please come along to our in-person Volunteering Session at Kirkleatham Museum on Tuesday 19 May, 4pm – 5pm. Please email Lindsay at [email protected] to RSVP.

Sign up to volunteer at the link below:
https://buff.ly/hWpu5OV

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