Welcome

to the Furniture Recycling Project for Gloucestershire

The objective of the project is to encourage the recycling of furniture and household items to disadvantaged groups.

We offer volunteer opportunities to those wishing to gain work experience. We also provide accredited training opportunities to learners in the 16 -18 age group.


Latest News


Jul
1
2009
DOUBLE SUCCESS FOR FURNITURE LEARNER
The training arm of the Furniture Recycling Project is celebrating the first learner to achieve Level 2 qualifications in both Literacy and Numeracy since opening its new exam centre.

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Jun
5
2009
Press Release: Furniture Project Reduces Carbon Emissions
The Furniture Recycling Project in Gloucestershire is helping residents of the county to reduce their carbon emissions by diverting furniture and electrical items from landfill.

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Feb
27
2009
Press Release: Charity's plea for white goods
We need more washing machines, fridges and vacuum cleaners – that's the plea from one county charity.

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FRP Highlights

  • An average of 12,000 items supplied to the disadvantaged community per year.
  • We have customer access sites in Gloucester and Cheltenham, a white goods repair centre opening in Gloucester.
  • Gloucester City Council benefits by £60,000 per year in collection charges. Include other authorities within Gloucestershire we estimate the savings would be in excess of £100,000.
  • 2005 Recognised by the South West Regional Development Agency as a Beacon Company.
  • Business Awards 2005, Workforce Development Award Finalist.