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Nine Yards www.nineyards.org.uk Nine Yards is an independent charity dedicated to promoting healthy, sustainable and equitable living in the Tees Valley region.

Nine Yards
Sandy Flatts Lane, Acklam, Middlesbrough,
TS5 7YN

We are an independent charity dedicated to promoting healthy, sustainable and equitable living in the Tees Valley region. Our registered charity number is 1070131. This page is managed by Nine Yards. Comments on posts, shared posts from this page and retweets are outside of MEC control. Please note that this account is monitored during office hours only. If you require an urgent response, please call our office on 01642 579820.

Everyone deserves the chance to thrive. 💚Saturday 17 October is the United Nation's International Day for the Eradicatio...
17/10/2026

Everyone deserves the chance to thrive. 💚

Saturday 17 October is the United Nation's International Day for the Eradication of Poverty – a reminder that potverty is about more than money. It can affect access to nutritious food, a warm home, good health and opportunities for the future.

And behind the issue of poverty are people, families and communities – each with their own experiences, challenges and hopes for the future.

At Nine Yards, we work alongside people, communities and partners across the Tees Valley to tackle poverty and inequality in all its forms - and help create a brighter future for everyone.

🥕 Our Eco Shops help make affordable food accessible.

🏡 Our Affordable Warmth team helps people find support with energy costs and keeping their homes warm.

🌱 Our community growing, active travel, health and wellbeing projects help people build healthier, more sustainable lives.

But lasting change takes all of us. By working together, we can tackle the barriers people face and build thriving communities where everyone has the opportunity to flourish.

Because when communities come together, everyone has the chance to thrive.

🌐 Find out more about our work at nineyards.org.uk

Transformations are inevitable. Exclusion isn’t. 🌍How do we build a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive?...
16/10/2026

Transformations are inevitable. Exclusion isn’t. 🌍

How do we build a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive?

That’s the question at the heart of the United Nations 'World Social Report 2026: The New Economics of Social Inclusion – Making Transformations Work for All'.

Its message is clear: economic, digital and green progress won’t automatically benefit everyone. We need to invest in people, tackle inequality and make sure communities have the opportunities and support they need to flourish.

Here in the Tees Valley, that matters.

At Nine Yards, we work alongside people and communities to tackle poverty, improve health and wellbeing, support more sustainable living and create opportunities for positive change.

🥕 Our Eco Shops help make affordable food accessible.
🏡 Our Affordable Warmth team helps people manage energy costs and access support.
🌱 Our community growing and active travel projects help people live healthier, more sustainable lives.
🤝🏼 And our work is aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals - in particular Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being, Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities and Goal 13: Climate Action.

These goals reflect our belief that sustainability is about caring for people, place and planet – and recognising how closely they are connected.

Because a greener future and a stronger economy mean more when everyone has the chance to benefit.

A thriving Tees Valley must work for everyone. 💚

🌍🍎 World Food Day 2026: Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow.Today, 16 October, is World Food Day - a chance to think about ...
16/10/2026

🌍🍎 World Food Day 2026: Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow.

Today, 16 October, is World Food Day - a chance to think about how we can build a food system that works better for people and the planet.

At Nine Yards, we believe everyone should have access to good, affordable food, and that perfectly good food shouldn't go to waste.

That’s why our chain of Eco Shops is so important. By redistributing surplus supermarket food, we help people across Middlesbrough and the Tees Valley make their money go further, while giving good food a second chance.

It’s a practical, community-led way to tackle food waste, improve access to affordable food and help create a fairer, more sustainable future.

Because nourishing tomorrow starts with the action we take today. 💚

👉 Find out more about our Eco Shops and how they’re making a difference at the Nine Yards website.

🏡 Practical advice to help keep homes warm and bills down!Connor from our Affordable Warmth team joined local parents at...
15/10/2026

🏡 Practical advice to help keep homes warm and bills down!

Connor from our Affordable Warmth team joined local parents at West Middlesbrough Family Hub this morning to chat about saving energy at home and staying safe.

From simple, low-cost ways to cut energy bills to carbon monoxide awareness, gas safety and government grants for renewable technology, the session offered practical advice tailored to everyday life.

There was also plenty of opportunity for open discussion, with parents sharing their experiences and asking questions about their own circumstances. 💚

Need advice on keeping your home warm and energy bills manageable? Our Affordable Warmth team is here to help. Email: [email protected] or call 01642 579820.

🍂 Autumn in all its glory! 🍎From golden leaves and rich russet tones to rosy apples, hop bines and berries in all shapes...
15/10/2026

🍂 Autumn in all its glory! 🍎

From golden leaves and rich russet tones to rosy apples, hop bines and berries in all shapes, sizes and colours, autumn brings a wonderful mix of textures, colours and seasonal surprises to the Nine Yards site. 🌿

We love watching the seasons change here. Each one brings its own beauty, opportunities and variety, reminding us that there’s always something new to discover in nature.💚

Here’s to celebrating the little wonders of autumn! 🍁

Have you visited an Eco Shop yet? 🛒You'll find our community food shops in schools and community venues across Middlesbr...
15/10/2026

Have you visited an Eco Shop yet? 🛒

You'll find our community food shops in schools and community venues across Middlesbrough and the wider Tees Valley.

For a small donation, you can choose from a changing selection of quality food, which might include fresh fruit and vegetables, store-cupboard essentials and, at selected locations, chilled or frozen items. 🧅🥒🫛🍄‍🟫🍐

Just bring your own shopping bag!

You'll be helping make good food go further and preventing perfectly edible food from going to waste.

Find your nearest Eco Shop at: ecoshop.org.uk 💚💚💚

Our Eco Shops are about more than affordable food. 💚They're about making the most of good food, reducing waste and bring...
14/10/2026

Our Eco Shops are about more than affordable food. 💚

They're about making the most of good food, reducing waste and bringing communities together.

By redistributing surplus supermarket food that is still perfectly good to eat, our Eco Shops help people save money while giving food a second chance. 🥦🌽🍏🌶️

And because each shop is shaped around its local community, every one has a part to play in building a fairer, more sustainable food system.

Good for people. Good for the planet.

🌐 Discover more about our Eco Shops at the Nine Yards website.

Did you know our Eco Shops began in a Middlesbrough primary school? 🍎Back in 2018, Park End Primary School teamed up wit...
13/10/2026

Did you know our Eco Shops began in a Middlesbrough primary school? 🍎

Back in 2018, Park End Primary School teamed up with Nine Yards (then Middlesbrough Environment City) to make good food that might otherwise go to waste available to local families.

The school’s Eco Squad helped launch a weekly pop-up shop - and a brilliant community idea began to grow!

Today, Eco Shops help people access affordable food while tackling food waste across Middlesbrough and the wider Tees Valley.

A small idea making a big difference. 💚

🌐 Find out more by visiting the Eco Shops page of our website: nineyards.org.uk/eco-shops

📣 Could YOU host a FREE Heat & Eat event?No one should have to choose between staying warm and eating well. That’s why o...
12/10/2026

📣 Could YOU host a FREE Heat & Eat event?

No one should have to choose between staying warm and eating well. That’s why our Heat & Eat sessions bring people together to learn practical ways to save energy, eat well on a budget and feel more confident at home.

Each friendly, interactive session includes:
🥕 Affordable, healthy food and meal ideas
🍳 Cooking tips and ideas for eating well on a budget
💡 Simple ways to reduce energy costs
🔥 Energy-saving tips and help understanding energy bills
⚠️ Carbon monoxide awareness and gas safety
🎲 Fun activities, games and plenty of time for questions

For local residents, it’s a chance to learn, connect and pick up practical tips that could make a real difference to their household – all in a welcoming, supportive environment.

Now, we’re looking for community groups, venues and local organisations who could help us bring Heat & Eat to more people.

📣 Could your community benefit from a session? We’d love to hear from you.
📩 Email our Affordable Warmth team at [email protected] to find out more or call 01642 579820 to talk to us about hosting a session.

It's World Mental Health Day 💚Everyone deserves to be seen, heard and supported when they need help with their mental he...
10/10/2026

It's World Mental Health Day 💚

Everyone deserves to be seen, heard and supported when they need help with their mental health.

This World Mental Health Day, we’re supporting Mind’s See Me Now campaign, calling for same-day, open access to mental health support.

At Nine Yards, we believe healthier, happier communities start with people having the support and opportunities they need to thrive.

This World Mental Health Day, why not take a moment to check in with yourself or someone you care about – and add your voice to Mind’s campaign for change. 💚

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Former Nature's World Site, Sandy Flatts
Middlesbrough
TS57YN

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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01642 579820

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