Circular Shop
Gifts with a Story
Material Sufficiency: Find Gifts with a Story – Pre-loved treasures. Community-driven. Zero waste.
For European Week for Waste Reduction (EWWR) this year, under the theme of Material Sufficiency, we have created this dedicated Circular Shop as a mindful alternative to Black Friday helping you discover Gifts with a Story.
This season, we are re-imagining Christmas gifting with restored treasures, local repair skills and items rich in character. Choosing reuse and repair brings thoughtful, budget-friendly joy into our lives while channelling direct support to local social enterprises, charity shops, tool libraries and repair and craft hubs across Northern Ireland.
Skip the Black Friday rush and give a gift that gives back to your community and the planet.
Banbridge Toy Library
A Banbridge Toy Library membership lets families rent, play and return themed toy boxes, story sacks, and outdoor toys. Located at Laurencetown Community Centre, this eco-conscious service features easy online booking. It is the perfect sustainable present. Reuse is always better!
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Blythswood
With branches in Banbridge, Ballyclare, Lisburn, and across Northern Ireland, Blythswood Ireland shops are packed with unique, eco-conscious festive finds that don’t cost the earth: from fashion, festive decor and pre-loved toys. Every purchase you make champions the circular economy, reduces waste and helps fund vital charitable relief work in our communities and beyond. Pop into your local Blythswood shop today to discover great Christmas treasures that give back twice.
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Fashion & Textile Design Hub
Instead of another store-bought item, treat someone to a hands-on experience where they can learn to create, alter, and mend their own clothing. At the Fashion and Textile Design Centre you can break away from fast fashion, make custom pieces, or pick up a sewing machine for the first time, an FTDC course voucher is an inspiring, eco-friendly present.
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Hands That Talk
Find something truly special at the Hands That Talk Charity Shop. Whether you are hunting for the ultimate stocking filler, a unique festive outfit, or a thoughtful present that gives back to the community, our shelves are packed with affordable, pre-loved treasures. Give a gift that truly means more this year!
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Laurencetown, Lenaderg and Tullylish Community Association’s (LLTCA)
Give the DIY lover in your life access to the LLTCA Tool Lending Library! Instead of buying pricey tools, this eco-friendly gift lets them rent, use, and return quality gear for any project. It saves cash, prevents clutter, and champions reuse. To book, call 028 4062 3770 or email enquiries@lltca.com.
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Life Change Changes Lives
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Life Cycles
Located right inside the Northwest Transport Hub in Derry City, Life Cycles rescues quality adult and children’s bikes from landfill in partnership with the local council, giving every set of wheels a full professional inspection and safety overhaul. Shop affordable, quality bikes for kids and commuters, browse essential accessories and gift vouchers, or book an expert tune-up today. To pick up your bike, gift voucher or bicycle accessories, call into Life Cycles. Their opening hours are as follows:
Open Wednesday - Saturday 1-5pm
Bike repairs every Saturday 1-4pm
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Me You and Them
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Newry Cycle Recycle CIC
Give the gift of adventure and wellbeing at Newry Cycle Recycle. Whether you are looking for a first bike for a child, an affordable commuter ride, or a way to help someone get active outdoors, a refurbished bicycle is a practical, eco-friendly present that boosts physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing without breaking the bank. Call Gerard on 07759 723623