Join our local sharing economy!

What is St AndReuse?

St AndReuse is at the heart of your local sharing economy, and is open to everyone, whether you’re a student, staff member, from the wider community or a visitor from afar. You are very welcome to join our community of passionate people trying to tackle waste, save carbon, keep money in people’s pockets and build community.

We have just about everything but our staples are kitchenware (saucepans, crockery, glasses, cutlery etc), fluffy cushions and blankets, laundry baskets/ shower racks, kids toys and clothes, a huge range of adults shoes and clothes, stationery (folders, pens, notebooks), puzzles and games, electrical appliances, adapters and cables, books, craft supplies, outdoor gear… and all kinds of bedding (duvets, duvet covers and sheets, pillows and pillow cases, mattress protectors).

EVERYTHING IS FREE except adult clothes and shoes which are £1 an item, or you can SWAP. Money raised then gets reinvested into Transition’s other activities and events, to keep them no or low cost.

Reuse Store Hours & Donations

We are open every Monday and Friday from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM and Wednesdays from 4:30PM to 6:00PM. The Store is located behind University Hall.

Everyone is welcome to explore our selection of items. We also accept donations during our opening hours. We accept a wide variety of items, but please note that we do not accept large furniture. Ensure that your donated items are clean, in working order and complete. Thanks!

We work with a number of individuals, community groups, charities, local businesses, student groups and relevant departments within the University to allocate donated resources to where they are most needed. Your donations really help those who are struggling, and we appreciate your continued support.

Where To Find Us

Transition’s Reuse store is for volunteering, drop-ins, shopping and collecting items. It is based at University Hall, Kennedy Gardens.

Over the past few years we have worked very closely with Transition to kit out some of our apartments with some basic crockery, cutlery, utensils etc. This has worked very well, in not only providing some basics to get our residents started but also in saving money for residents in not having to purchase these themselves and saving additional items going into landfill. Transition have played a vital role in this project and in creating a sustainable circular economy at DRA.
Laura SutherlandDeputy Residential Services Manager, David Russell Apartments

St AndReuse Gallery

    • Projects and Activities

    Check out what initiatives are happening under St AndReuse and how you get involved

    End of Term Collections

    Donation points are set up in each university halls for students to pass on their unwanted belongings. It is a crazy couple weeks in December and May.

    Big & Mini Giveaways

    Big Giveaways take place at the start of each semester for new and returning students to get all the things they need during their time here in St Andrews. Mini give aways happens frequently throughout the year and is open to everyone. Check our events page for any upcoming reuse events

    Weekly Drop-In Sessions

    Our drop-ins, for everyone in the community, are based at Transition’s store in University Hall, running 12:00-1:30pm on Mondays and Fridays (see events for confirmation)
    Stop by to volunteer, pass on items or pick up new ones. Everything except adult shoes/clothes is free.

    Shared Kitchen Packs & Bedding Bundles

    While reusing is vital, we also need to reduce. Transition offers pre-loved
    bedding bundles & kitchen packs

    Support Fife Charities

    The St Andrews Environmental Network support several charities across Fife by creating home packs and providing essential items. The majority of the items come from donations in halls. Charities include Fife Gingerbread, Families First and Fife Women’s Aid. Transition also works directly to provide free resources to local beneficiaries such as Madras High School, primary schools and nurseries, church groups, farmers, and many others. Do get in touch if you would like to work with us.

    Clothes Swaps & Sales

    St AndReuse hosts clothing swap & sale pop-ups, which are a great way to lower your footprint, save money and tackle fast fashion. Please get in touch if you want to organise one with us

    Winter & Summer Fayre

    Twice a year, our winter and summer fayres (held in November and May) transform into lively gatherings where the community comes together to enjoy the power of reuse, upcycling, sharing, delicious food, and community music.
    Watch last year’s Winter Fayre video, created by Dash, a first-year student.

    Sustainable Fashion

    Reuse stations

    Winter Fayre 2025

    This video was created by Dash, a first-year philosophy and theology student at the University of St Andrews.