SPARC is an Aladdin's Cave of
recycled materials. We are a collection and distribution point
for non-toxic scrap materials suitable for use in children's
play. eg. wood, cloth, metal, plastics are safe and
non-toxic. The materials come from local industry, shops and
homes. A standard carrier bag of scrap costs only £1.50.
Our normal opening hours
are
Monday
9.00 - 3.00
Tuesday
9.00 - 3.00
Thursday
9.00 - 6.00
Saturday 10.00 - 12.00
we close for bank holiday weekends
both the Saturday and Monday
During
August we have restricted opening hours
Monday
10.00 - 1.00
Tuesday
10.00 - 1.00
Thursday
10.00 - 1.00
and will be closed for the bank holiday Monday 25th August
Friendly
advice is available and if you have a specific project in mind please
ask.
Organisers of one-off events - festivals, carnivals, workshops, etc.,
are very welcome.
Larger
quantities of scrap and art materials can be obtained
with prior warning.
Donations
of 'Scrap'
We very much appreciate individual donations of materials
for recycling. However, please give us the opportunity to refuse
some things due to storage problems or an excess already in the store.
Thank you for your support.