Wolverhampton Wood Recycling (WWR) has relocated to larger premises on the Webner Industrial Estate, a move that founders say will fuel "bigger ambitions" for the social enterprise. The expansion is expected to facilitate more community activities and new projects aimed at fostering skill-sharing and social connection.
Jim Brennan, co-founder of WWR, stated that the new location will allow the organization to welcome more volunteers and accept a greater volume of waste wood. "When we started, we knew we wanted to do something about wood waste, but we also knew there was an opportunity to do something much bigger for our community," Brennan said. "The move to bigger [premises] means we can take on more wood, but it also means we can welcome more people."
The social enterprise, which transforms waste wood into various items for sale and provides a bespoke service, was launched by Brennan and co-founder Eimert De Graff with approximately nine volunteers late last year. The larger space is intended to become a hub for community engagement.
Plans for the new premises include the establishment of a Repair Café and a Men's Shed. Brennan emphasized the goal of creating a welcoming environment where individuals can learn, share skills, connect with others, and feel a sense of belonging. "We want this to be a place where people can come along, learn, share their skills, meet others and feel that they belong," he remarked.