Scrapstore scheme

The Scrapstore provides a wide range of donated arts and craft materials that can be used in creative activities.

How to join

To join is easy, just print and fill in the following forms:

• Scrapstore application form(pdf, 664KB)
• Scrapstore terms and conditions form(pdf, 90KB).

Once completed please send to:

Barbara Morton, Play Development Manager, Civic Centre, 44 York Street, Twickenham, TW2 3BZ.

If you include a return address your membership card will be posted to you.

Who can join?

Membership is available to:

• School and colleges
• Full daycare providers
• Childminders/individuals
• Playgroups/sessional providers
• Students
• Uniform groups (such as brownies or scouts) and charitable groups
• Out of school clubs/ holiday playschemes

If you are from outside of Richmond upon Thames please check the scrapstore directory.

Opening hours and contact details

Friday from 2.00 to 4.00pm for drop-in visits, last visit 3:45pm to allow time to rummage. Contact us in advance to check availability.

If you are unable to drop-in at this time, contact us as we can occasionally make appointments outside of this time.

Telephone: 07951 485 130 (mobile)

Email: scrapstore@richmond.gov.uk

How can I donate to the Scrapstore?

The Scrapstore relies on donations from local residents and businesses. We welcome all sorts of materials that could be used for creative projects including:

• Rolls and scraps of fabric
• Paper and card - donations required of coloured paper or card
• Books
• Tiles
• Wood - donations required, small off cuts please
• Knitting and sewing materials
• Odds and ends (for example buttons)
• Many more interesting bits and pieces!

To arrange to make a donation, please call 07951 485 130 (mobile). Alternatively you can take your donation to Townmead Road Reuse and Recycling Centre or call them on 020 8876 3281.