Wigan residents' unwanted tools can be put to good use in community

Wiganers with old tools gathering dust in their sheds are being encouraged to dig them out for people who need them.
Tools are restored and given to good causesTools are restored and given to good causes
Tools are restored and given to good causes

Recycling centres in the borough are offering people the chance to have their tools restored and donated to worthwhile causes.

The Tool Shed Project takes unwanted tools and sends them to be refurbished at Garth Prison in Leyland.

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Once fully restored, they can be donated to primary schools, gardening groups and allotment associations, helping to make gardening accessible to everyone.

Barry Elder, contract manager for FCC Environment, said: “This is a fantastic way for people to get rid of any unwanted tools and find new homes for any rusty rakes, forgotten forks and surplus spades. Local residents can get rid of their old tools safe in the knowledge that they are supporting people in their area, reducing waste and helping people in prison learn new skills.”

Tools can be donated at any of Wigan’s recycling centres, which are run by FCC Environment for Wigan Council.

More than 300 tools have been donated so far.

If you are part of a group or school on the hunt for garden tools, register at www.conservationfoundation.co.uk.