Ashington Town Council is proud to announce the launch of the town’s first-ever ECO Fair, an event designed to raise awareness about environmental issues and promote sustainable solutions within the local community. The fair will take place on Friday 25th April from 10am to 3pm at the Ashington Hirst Welfare Centre.

The ECO Fair aims to inspire and empower individuals and organisations to take meaningful action to reduce their environmental impact. The event will provide a platform for local schools and community groups to showcase their environmental initiatives and connect residents with practical ways to embrace more sustainable lifestyles.

Visitors to the ECO Fair can look forward to an exciting lineup of exhibits and activities, including:

Northumberland Wildlife Trust
Come along to Northumberland Wildlife Trust’s stall, get hands-on making wildflower seed bombs to take home and help nature flourish. We’ll also be upcycling milk cartons into cute fox and Easter bunny hanging planters—perfect for growing salad leaves, flowers or houseplants. We’ll also have lots of nature and wildlife activity ideas, information about the work we do at Northumberland Wildlife Trust, our reserves and how to become a member. 

Mortal Fools
 

Central Northumberland Family Hubs

Wansbeck Climate Action 

Citizens Advice Energy Team

Northumbrian Water
Visit the Flo Vehicle from Northumbrian Water and get information on all the campaigns they are involved in to help tackle climate change and the support the environment. Have a query about your water supply? they will also be able to answer any customer queries. 

Friends of Ashington Community Woods
See what the Friends of Ashington Community Woods have been up to over the past year, showcasing tree planting projects and much more. Have a go at making your own bird house!

Talking Marras
Take a tour around Talking Marras garden at the Hirst Welfare.

Ashington WI
The ladies from Ashington WI will be offering small clothing alterations and repairs—bring your trousers if they need hemming! They’ll also be crafting bags from recycled jeans.

Repurposful CIC
Repurposeful CIC will be sharing reuse ideas, showing how families can have fun whilst reducing their waste.  They’ll be showcasing ‘junk modelling’, including models and games (Anyone remember making Thunderbirds Tracy Island from Blue Peter?). There will be a chance to pledge to ‘reduce, reuse, and recycle’ more and to take away a goodie bag to help families enjoy junk modelling at home!

Cycle4everyone
Join us for a free Dr Bike, with Cycle4Everyone! Get your bicycle repaired by a professional mechanic and learn essential skills like changing a tyre.  Basic safety checks are provided at no cost, larger jobs may incur charges. Take advantage of this opportunity to keep your bike in top condition while gaining valuable maintenance knowledge.

Outdoor Art Workshop
Join a workshop with renowned environmental artist James Brunt, foraging outdoors to make a fabulous piece of artwork.

Live Music
10:00am - Liam Carr
11:00am - Trey Jackson
12:00noon - Charlie Whyte
1:00pm - Jo McGarry Duo
2:00pm - Daniel Burnett Trio

Local Produce Market
Northumberland Seaglass - Seaglass pictures, pens, keyrings, necklaces; Macrame plant hangers and keyrings
Darras Hall Honey - Northumberland bee keepers selling our own local honey
Auramia - Candle and home scent company
The Little Wet Hen - Small local business, creating homeware, quilts and clothing from up cycled fabric
Talking Marras - 
Asma Begum - Handmade jewellery, keyrings, hair accessorises and scarves 
Caribe Coffee Company - Eco friendly electric coffee van