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International Repair Day
Join us for a day of creativity, sustainability, and hands-on repair at Artizan Street Library and Community Centre as part of International Repair Day 2025!
The City Corporation’s recycling team is hosting a series of free workshops, helping you breathe new life into old and broken items. Whether you're looking to fix your faulty electronics, mend your old and worn clothes, or learn essential bike repair skills, this event is all about reducing waste by keeping items in use for longer and giving you the confidence to attempt repairs yourself. Don't miss this chance to learn new skills, meet like-minded people, and make a positive impact - all while having fun!
All workshops are free to attend, however booking is required. You can find all of the event details and booking links on our International Repair Day 2025 Eventbrite collection.
Please see below for the separate booking links.
Bike repair workshop: Learn how to fix your own bike | 10am – 3:30pm
Hosted by Westminster Wheels, this full day session will teach you essential bike repair skills. Bring along your bike to gain hands on experience, and know what to do next time you get a flat tyre or how to replace your brake pads.
See Eventbrite for full information and to book your place
Clothing repairs | 10am – 4pm
We are joining forces with Sunny Jar Eco Hub to host a set of clothing repair workshops. We will be repairing and adorning clothing in beautiful but practical ways. Come join us and we will help you fix those pesky holes, stains and tears.
We will teach you how to use different embroidery stitches to cover holes and stains and add a unique & creative element to your clothes.
Learn the Japanese art of stitching fabric patches to mend holes and worn areas.
Bring your worn clothes and we will show you how to fix them.
See Eventbrite for full information and book your place
Electrical item repair | 11am – 3pm
We have collaborated with West Central London Fixers to bring you a session of FREE electrical item repairs. Skilled fixers will help you repair your broken electronic items, promoting sustainability and reducing electronic waste. You can book a 40 minute repair slot for your broken item.
See Eventbrite for full information and to book your place
This event is being hosted by the City of London Corporation's Recycling Team for International Repair Day 2025. Follow us on Instagram @GreenSqMile to keep up to date with all things green in the City of London.