It was suggested that we could provide a useful service in allowing member halls to exchange goods which were redundant to their needs and were in need of a good home. If anyone is interested in offering any items then please get in touch with George Courtice and I will place the articles on this page. Anyone interested in acquiring them should likewise get in touch with the contact given. Please note that no liability will be accepted by NNVHC as to the quality of the goods.

WARPIT (Waste Action Reuse Portal) is a scheme, offered to charities free of charge, to encourage the reuse of redundant furniture and equipment. Northumberland County Council uses it and it is part of its policy of sustainability and reduced waste.  The items are free to charities….but make sure that the ones you select are locally available for you to collect.  To have a look at what’s currently on offer, and to register, go to WARPIT.

Table Tennis Tables – free to a good home December 2025

If your community owned venue is in need of two table tennis tables then look no further. Breamish Hall at Powburn have a couple spare (originally supplied by Table Tennis England) and would be delighted if they found a new home. For more information contact May Wilson at wilsonemay@outlook.com.

Carpet Bowls Set December 2025

Beadnell WI Hall are hoping to donate an indoor bowls set, with a carpet, to a hall which can make good use of them. Please contact Julie Charlesworth: j.a.charlesworth8@gmail.com

Top Photograph: Shilbottle Community hall