Co-op gives strong support to Llangollen Repair Café

* Gavin Rasmussen talking to one of the repair Café volunteers Joe who does tool sharpening.

The Co-op are currently helping support Llangollen Repair Café, which its organisers say has been so beneficial, helping to keep them running.

Gavin Rasmussen,  a Co-op Member Activator supporting North West Wales, said: "I work locally to build connections between Co-op, its Member‑Owners and community groups. 

"I support Llangollen Repair Café each month, spending time with volunteers and local residents. The café is a strong example of people coming together to share skills, reduce waste and support one another, closely reflecting Co-op values around community, sustainability and co‑operation.

 

"While at the café, I have informal conversations about Co-op membership, member‑price savings and ways people can support local causes. 

"The Repair Café is also a welcoming place to talk about the Co-op Local Community Fund and how it supports community‑led projects like theirs. 

"From Summer 2026, community groups and local organisations, including Llangollen Repair Café, will be able to apply for the next round of funding. Since 2016, Co-op has shared £115 million with 39,500 unique community projects across the UK, with Member‑Owners choosing the local causes that matter most to them through the Co-op Membership App."