The Dusty Forge’s new low-cost equipment hire service is now up and running at full speed – and we’re celebrating with an Open Day\ Fun Day on Saturday 27 August 10.00am-3.00pm. Our friendly team will offer face painting, Giant Jenga, PS4, Wii, skittles, tombola, Giant Connect 4, the pizza forge and candyfloss – so your kids can check out the games while you check out the ACE Benthyg\Library of Things. We stock a wide range of household and outdoor items for hire including carpet cleaners, pressure washers, gazebos, power tools, camping gear and much more!! You’re invited to take five in our Dusty community garden – come and join us on the day or check out our website https://ace.benthyg.cymru/ for full details and easy online registration. Or email our new co-ordinator Scott for more information scottb@aceplace.org – see you soon…

The Dusty’s next repair cafe pop-up event is also on Saturday 27 August 10.00am-1.00pm with ‘last orders’ by 12noon latest. Our friendly team of volunteer fixers offer a free repair service covering small portable electrical items\ textiles and soft toys\ wobbly buggy wheels\ woodwork and ceramic repairs. Our warm welcome includes free light refreshments while you wait your turn – and if you’re coming to check out the ACE Benthyg\ Library of Things do pop in to see our repair cafe team in action!