October 2025 Newsletter
Welcome to the October Edition of the Charnwood Eco Hub Newsletter!
Hello Eco Friends!
Autumn has arrived, and with it comes a flurry of creativity and community spirit here at Charnwood Eco Hub. As the leaves turn golden, we’re gearing up for an exciting season of sustainable events, hands-on workshops, and eco-conscious shopping!
We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming Christmas Eco Market on Sunday 2nd November, where local makers, upcyclers, and green-minded creators will showcase eco-friendly gifts and festive treats — perfect for a mindful holiday season.
Before the festive rush, why not join us for one of our creative workshops? Next Saturday we’ll be hosting a Creative Journalling workshop to inspire reflection and mindfulness, as well as a Christmas Card Making workshop in November that puts a sustainable twist on traditional crafts.
We’re also excited to unveil our brand new Smoothie Bike, part-funded by the Loughborough University Community Fund! This pedal-powered wonder will make its debut at our events, helping to power paper-making and seed bomb-making activities — combining fitness, fun, and sustainability in one spin!
And don’t forget to pop into our Hub Shop, open to everyone and full of handmade, sustainable gifts and eco-friendly kits created from materials from our scrapstore. One of our new favourites is the *Party in a Box — just £5 and packed with 5 crackers, 5 party poppers, 5 silver and 5 gold party blowers, a set of selfie masks, and a pack of balloons — everything you need for a fun, low-impact celebration!
Stay tuned for dates, details, and more ways to get involved. Together, we’re building a greener, more creative Charnwood community. 🌱
Charnwood Eco Hub Christmas Eco Market - Sunday 2nd November
Get ready to kick off the festive season the eco-friendly way! Join us at Loughborough Market Place on Sunday 2nd November for our Christmas Eco Market — a celebration of creativity, community, and conscious living.
Browse a wonderful selection of sustainable, handmade, and upcycled gifts, crafted by local makers who care about the planet. From unique decorations and natural self-care treats to eco homeware and thoughtful stocking fillers, there’s something for everyone — all with a lighter footprint.
Enjoy festive refreshments, connect with like-minded locals, and soak up the community spirit in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. It’s the perfect opportunity to shop local, support small businesses, and make your Christmas a little greener this year.
🌿 When: Sunday 2nd November
📍 Where: Loughborough Market Place, LE11 3EB
🕒 Time: 10am - 3pm
Sustainable gifts, local makers, and good vibes — we can’t wait to see you there!
Are you a business with leftover materials or clean scrap you don’t need? Our local scrapstore is always on the lookout for donations from businesses—things like fabric offcuts, cardboard tubes, plastic tubs, packaging, or any other bits and bobs that could be used for crafting and creative play. Instead of sending it to landfill, why not give it a second life in schools, community groups, and art projects? It’s a great way to reduce waste and support creativity in the local area. If you think you might have something useful, we’d love to hear from you!
Discover, Create, and Repair at Charnwood Eco Hub – Upcoming Workshops!
Join us at Charnwood Eco Hub this season for a hands-on series of creative and sustainable workshops designed to inspire and connect our community. Whether you’re curious about mending, making, or mindful fashion, there’s something for everyone:
Creative Journalling Workshop - Saturday 25th October, 11am-1pm. A creative journaling workshop invites participants to explore self-expression and reflection through playful prompts, writing, and artistic techniques in a supportive, inspiring space.
Christmas Card Making Workshop - Saturday 8th November, 11am-1pm. Spend a lovely couple of hours creating and designing your own set of cards using sequins, sequin waste, and beautiful fabrics. Designed for all skill levels, our supportive atmosphere will put you at ease.
Be Part of Bringing Our Makerspace to Life!
You’ve already heard us talk about our plans for a community Makerspace – a place where people can come together to learn, share, and create. Now, we’re at the stage where we need some extra hands and hearts to help make it happen!
We’re looking for people who’d like to get involved in getting the space up and running. That could mean helping with set-up, sharing your skills and knowledge, lending tools or equipment, or simply being part of the team that makes the Makerspace a reality.
This is a great chance to help shape a community resource that will inspire creativity and skill-sharing for years to come. Whether you’re a maker, fixer, crafter, teacher, or just enthusiastic about the idea – we’d love to hear from you.
👉 If you’d like to get involved, please get in touch.
Coming up
October
Autumn Walk with Saintly Amok
Friday 24th October, 1PM-3PM
University Rd
Loughborough
LE11 3UQ
Creative Journalling Workshop
Saturday 25th October, 11AM-1PM
Charnwood Eco Hub
Loughborough
LE11 1DY
November
Christmas Eco Market
Sunday 2nd November, 10AM-3PM
Loughborough Market Place
LE11 3EB
Christmas Card Making Workshop
Saturday 8th November, 11AM-1PM
Charnwood Eco Hub
Loughborough
LE11 1DY
Don’t forget to let us know about your upcoming events so that we can feature them!
Where to find us
Opening Hours:
Wednesdays 4-8pm (access via Clarence Street, opposite Travis Perkins)
Thursdays 10am-1pm (access via main SOFA entrance)
Saturdays 10am-2pm (access via main SOFA entrance)
Please note that we have no disabled access on Wednesday evenings. This is due to SOFA being closed and us not having access to the lift, and is sadly beyond our control.
Address: Clarence St, Loughborough LE11 1DY
Website: charnwoodecohub.org
Email: info@charnwoodecohub.org
Phone: 01509 447075