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01/11/2026

🌱 Today is World Vegan Day, the start of World Vegan Month.

Eating more plant-based meals doesn't have to mean spending more on your weekly shop.

This November we'll be sharing more ideas as part of our Eat Green, Spend Less campaign, with affordable recipes, useful cupboard staples and simple ways to make your food budget go further.

Some of the most affordable ingredients are already vegan: lentils, beans, rice, oats and everyday vegetables. And you don't need expensive meat substitutes to make a satisfying dinner.

💚 Small swaps can make a real difference. For example, replacing beef mince with lentils in a family meal can save money without sacrificing flavour.

Swipe through for a few ideas to get started.

💬 What's your favourite budget-friendly plant-based meal?

30/10/2026

I know that Halloween is tomorrow, but it's never too late for money-saving, eco-friendly tips!

Whether it's what to do with your pumpkin after Trick-or-Treating is over 🎃 or how you can turn a toilet roll tube into a scary bat decoration 🦇 swipe through to learn something new.

03/10/2026

Looking for part-time work In Bridgwater?
With costs rising every day can you help people be thrifty? 🪙

Are you good with people? 👩‍👩‍👧‍👦

We're looking for a Community Outreach Worker to help people save money and help the planet. 🌎

If you’re motivated, like meeting people and based in or near Bridgwater and care about people and the planet apply today.

LAST CHANCE TO APPLY - Deadline 5th October.

If you’d love a job with real impact on people's everyday lives, this is it.

28/09/2026

Know Bridgwater? We Need You.

Know Bridgwater like the back of your hand? We're looking for someone based locally to connect residents with practical, affordable ways to live more sustainably — running workshops, demos and conversations right across the community, with a particular focus on areas that need it most.

It's flexible, rewarding, and genuinely makes a difference to people's lives. Applications are open now, but not for long.

Local, people-focused, and looking for someone like you — email [email protected] today.

24/09/2026

WE'RE HIRING!

Good for the planet, good for the pocket.
We're launching an exciting new app — E-Save, designed to help local households cut both carbon and costs.

We need a friendly, motivated person based in Bridgwater to introduce people to it, run demos, and show communities just how much difference small changes can make to their bills.

If you love the idea of a job with real, visible impact on people's everyday lives, this is it.

Want to be part of it? Email [email protected] for an informal chat or an application form.

19/09/2026

As we reach the midway mark of , it’s the ideal moment to refresh our wardrobes without adding to textile waste. High street charity shops are currently putting out their autumn stock, making it the best time of year to find high-quality coats, chunky knitwear, and sturdy boots.

Here are three simple ways to transition your wardrobe sustainably this week:

🧶Give knits a quick refresh: A £5 wool comb or fabric shaver will make bobbled jumpers look brand new in two minutes flat.

🍂Shop the high street rails: Look out for classic labels and natural materials like wool or heavyweight cotton—they keep you warmer and last years longer than synthetic fast-fashion blends.

☕Swap don’t shop: Organise a casual coat or jumper swap with friends or neighbours over a cup of tea.

Supporting practical, pocket-friendly habits like these is why we're building our e-save app. It’s full of straightforward lifestyle tips—plus a few trusty, "second hand" ideas you might not have tried yet.

Have you spotted any cosy pre-loved bargains in your local shops this week? Tell us where you went and what you found!

15/09/2026

Packing work or school lunches every week can add up fast — both on your grocery bill and in your kitchen bin! 🥪

Between single-use cling film and overpriced multi-pack snacks, a lot of unnecessary packaging and cost sneaks into our everyday routines.

We’ve put together 3 practical, low-waste swaps you can make today:
1️⃣ Rethink wraps: Washable beeswax wraps and silicone pouches pay for themselves in no time.
2️⃣ Buy in bulk & decant: Purchasing family-sized snacks and portioning them out can save up to 40% compared to individual snack packs.
3️⃣ Give dinner a second life: Insulated food flasks turn last night's pasta or rice into a hot, zero-prep lunch.

📱 Want more simple ways to cut waste and household bills? We’re launching our new e-Save App soon, packed with practical tips to help you save money and live more sustainably.

👉 Swipe through the images above and hit Share to pass these tips along to fellow parents and friends!
What’s one easy lunchbox swap that has worked for your household?

12/09/2026

Thinking of doing an autumn wardrobe sort-out this weekend? 🍁

Donating pre-loved items is one of the quickest ways to support .

If you're having a clear-out, here are three quick tips to make sure your donations do the best for your local charity shops:
1. Clean & paired: Make sure clothes are freshly washed, and tie shoe laces or socks together so pairs don’t get separated in transit.
2. Gift Aid if you’re a UK taxpayer: If you’re eligible, signing up for Gift Aid at the till lets the charity claim an extra 25p for every £1 raised from your items—at no extra cost to you.
3. Quality over quantity: Good, wearable items are always in high demand and fly off the rails fastest!

P.S. To make sustainable living that bit easier, our upcoming app e-save is packed with fresh daily tips—plus a few tried, tested, and thoroughly re-used "second hand" ideas you might not have tried yet. Well, it wouldn’t be September without recycling the good stuff, right? 😉

Which local shop is your go-to for dropping off donations? Give them a shout-out in the comments!

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