What kind of items are sold at Kernow Reuse Shops?

Kernow Reuse Shops sell a variety of pre-loved items including toys, sports equipment, furniture, homeware, and electricals.

Where are the Kernow Reuse Shops located in Cornwall?

There are currently eight Kernow Reuse Shops in Cornwall, located in Truro, St Erth, Bude, St Austell, Falmouth, United Downs, Launceston, and Helston.

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Cornwall Resale Shops Save 500 Tonnes of Waste

Q: How much waste have Cornwall's reuse shops saved?

Cornwall's reuse shops have saved approximately 500 tonnes of waste from recycling centres over the past 18 months.

16 Feb

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Summary

Reuse shops have diverted approximately 500 tonnes of waste.
Over 100,000 pre-loved items have been sold in 18 months.
Eight reuse shops operate across Cornwall with expansion plans.

Cornwall Resale Shops Save 500 Tonnes of Waste

Cornwall Council's Kernow Reuse Shops have successfully diverted approximately 500 tonnes of waste from recycling centres over the last 18 months. These shops, which sell pre-loved items saved from landfill, have seen a significant uptake in popularity, with around 100,000 items finding new homes.

The initiative, which began with the first shop opening in Truro in early 2024, now boasts eight locations across Cornwall. These include sites in St Erth, Bude, St Austell, Falmouth, United Downs, Launceston, and most recently, Helston. The variety of goods available ranges from toys and sports equipment to furniture, homeware, and electricals.