World Rainforest Day is a global awareness event marked on the 22nd June each year. Its aim is to raise awareness of rainforests, and celebrate the biodiversity that these habitats bring to the planet. The day also promotes joint efforts to protect and preserve these vital parts of nature for years to come! Fighting against … Read more
When spring finally arrives, the garden suddenly blooms back into life after months of little activity. Before we know it, the lawn needs cutting, the borders need weeding, and everything would benefit from a good tidy up. If you don’t have the right equipment, it can be hard to get on top of things in … Read more
Star Wars Day is on May 4th and celebrates everything about Star Wars! The first film was released in 1977, and since then its influence can be seen worldwide. Whether you want to celebrate it by cuddling up on a sofa to watch your favourite episode, or by re-enacting the Battle of Endor in your back … Read more
World Earth Day is an annual event celebrated on the 22nd April, to raise awareness of the environment and celebrate the achievements of the eco-movement. As well as being an international event, it is a great opportunity to celebrate closer to home and as a family, marking your achievements and looking at other ways to … Read more
5 female eco-champions to celebrate this IWD International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievement of women. It is also a day to be vocal about the need to accelerate women’s equality. At Rumage, not only do we champion equal-rights, we also love to share in other’s successes, … Read more
As champions of the pre-loved, Rumage celebrates second hand fashion. We are trying to reduce some of the stigma that sadly still exists about used items. There are now so many places to look for second hand items that it’s often overwhelming. Where to go when you want to save both money and the planet … Read more
Many of us will find that as we move towards a greener life and more sustainable practices, we become champions for the environment. We want to share our good eco habits and experiences with others, in the hope of motivating them to join us on a planet-friendly journey. One group that it is very important … Read more
It can be tempting to stay inside for days on end when it is cold and a bit dull outside. But even when the sun isn’t shining beat the winter blues by being out in the fresh air and daylight. It’s good for our health. It can also promote better sleep as it aids our … Read more
Christmas is a time for enjoyment, eating drinking, relaxing and having fun. Of course, Christmas dinner is a highlight for many. And for those of us who like to think green, there are some simple changes we can make to our buying and cooking habits to keep us on the sustainable track. Here’s how to … Read more
If you’re keen to keep your eco-credentials high this festive season, it’s not just what you gift that can help. Once you’ve chosen your sustainable present, there are ways to wrap it that are kinder to the planet. Eco friendly wrapping is easier than you think. Here are our ideas on wrapping gifts so they … Read more