Freecycle

Freecycling is a pretty simple concept, whereby people have the opportunity to give away gear which is no longer needed, but still useful. Examples may be old bicycles children have grown out of, a car-seat hanging around gathering dust or perhaps an old couch someone might like as an extra for the spare room. 

Basically it is like the old council clean-up night (with better gear!), but instead of your gear becoming land-fill, someone gets a little bit of use from it ... It works on a first-in, best-dressed basis, so if you see something listed, contact the person straight away. 

You may also be looking for something ... Post your request and you never know - someone may have just what you're after, lurking in their shed. 

Looking forward to hearing your thoughts.