THE first Repair Café held in Malvern has been hailed as a big success.

On Saturday, the pioneering initiative at Malvern Cube, in Albert Road North, offered people the chance to have their furniture, electrical and household goods patched up rather than throwing them away.

Organisers Jan and Chris Dyer said they were very encouraged by the response and interest and have already booked Malvern Cube for a second event, between 10am and 4pm on Saturday, February 2.