Share Bristol is delighted to announce the opening of its third Library of Things on the UWE Bristol Frenchay Campus!

This exciting new resource is designed for everyone—including students, staff members, and the local community.

Opened in collaboration with UWE, Share Bristol Frenchay offers a fantastic opportunity to borrow a wide variety of Things instead of buying them.

“Bringing a Library of Things to Frenchay campus is another way we’re giving the UWE community, as well as wider public, a practical alternative to buying new. This sits alongside our regular Repair Cafes and Sustainability Hubs and is an exciting collaboration with a local charity”. Jo Dainton, Head of Circular Economy, UWE Bristol. 

From carpet cleaners for that end-of-tenancy clean to camping gear for a weekend away, you can access all kinds of Things you wouldn’t use regularly. This initiative not only helps save money but also supports sustainability by reducing the need for storage space and encouraging borrowing over buying. Plus, a membership is valid at Share Bristol’s other locations in Bedminster and Kingswood, providing even greater access to useful items.

Student membership is just £20 per year with no limit how many times you borrow. The standard rate is £50 or there is also a £80 supporter membership available.

Once a member, you can reserve anything from Share Bristol for up to two weeks. It’s super convenient—simply head over to things.sharebristol.org.uk to browse the collection and book what is needed. When it's time to pick up items, just drop by during your chosen collection slot, and Share Bristol's wonderful team will have everything ready.

The Share Bristol Library of Things can be found in a large green shipping container right by the main bus stops on the Frenchay campus. Borrowers can use what3words: ///enable.claps.grace to locate us easily. Parking is also available, just reserve Things online and email us on hello@sharebristol.org.uk for car parking details and a code.

Currently, Share Bristol Frenchay is open on Mondays from 18:00 – 20:00 and Wednesdays from 15:00 – 17:00. As more volunteers join the team, there are plans to extend these hours further. Share Bristol welcomes anyone interested in volunteering—more details can be found at https://www.sharebristol.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering/.

Join Share Bristol in supporting the community by embracing borrowing rather than buying!