Islington
The London Borough of Islington is working in partnership with Real Nappies for London to promote reusable nappies as an alternative to single-use nappies.
If you are a parent with a baby under 18 months, or a parent-to-be, currently living in Islington, you are eligible to apply for a free £54.15 voucher to buy reusable nappies or contribute to a paid-for washable nappy laundry service. The incentive is to help you save money and reduce single-use nappy waste being thrown away in the borough.
Why Switch to Reusable Nappies
In the first 2.5 years of a baby’s life, they will have needed at least 4,000 nappy changes. If of the single-use kind, they will all be sent for incineration, which is not great for our environment. It also costs the local authority to dispose of this waste.
Parents switch to reusable nappies for three main reasons:
Better for Baby
Breathable soft natural fabrics, which are comfortable and gentle on your baby’s skin.
Reduce Waste
By using just one reusable nappy a day instead of a disposable nappy, you will save 912 disposable nappies from incineration.
Save Money
Using reusable nappies full time over 2.5 years can save you on average £488. Further savings can be made if the same nappies are used on a second child.
What are reusable nappies and how to get started
What are reusable nappies?
Reusable nappies come in three main types: All-in-One, Shaped and Flat. Modern designs make using, washing and drying easy. Find out more about the different types of reusable nappies and what else you may need.
Ready to Make a Real Change?
Reusable nappies will save you waste, save you money, and are very easy to use. On our get started page, we offer tips and advice on what you need to get started, how to wash and dry reusable nappies, and where to you can buy them.
Free Real Nappy Voucher
Apply for a FREE reusable nappy voucher worth £54.15
If you are a parent living in Islington with a baby under 18 months, or parent-to-be, you are eligible to apply for a free voucher worth £54.15 to help with the initial cost of buying reusable nappies or for a paid-for washable nappy laundry service.
Upcoming Events in Islington
Join us for a Reusable Nappy, Baby Clothes and Maternity Wear Give and Take morning at the Islington Ecology Centre on Wednesday 24th November 2021 from 10am – 11.30am.
Bring preloved good quality reusable nappies, baby clothes and maternity wear only (no toys), and take away anything for free. No need to bring to take. This event is a great way to get started using reusable nappies and meet local parents.
Alice and Brynja will be on hand to provide reusable nappy advice. We welcome donations, if you are unable to make it on the day but have a donation then please drop us an e-mail: info@realnappiesforlondon.org.uk.
You can also apply for a reusable nappy voucher in-person on the day (voucher T&Cs apply, please bring supporting documentation if applying in-person).
Please register via Eventbrite, everyone is welcome.
The event takes place outside on a covered veranda at the back of the Islington Ecology Centre, 191 Drayton Park, London, N5 1PH.
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Real Nappies for London is a waste prevention initiative administered by the Women’s Environmental Network. The voucher scheme is funded by the London Boroughs of Bexley, Camden, Enfield, Hackney, Haringey, Islington, Lambeth and Waltham Forest as well as the North London Waste Authority.
If you are a parent with a baby under 18 months, or parent-to-be, living in one of the voucher participating London Boroughs above, then you can apply for a reusable nappy voucher worth up to £54.15.
Join us for a Reusable Nappy, Baby Clothes and Maternity Wear Give and Take morning at the Islington Ecology Centre on Wednesday 26th January 2022 from 10am – 11.30am.
Bring preloved good quality reusable nappies, baby clothes and maternity wear only (no toys), and take away anything for free. No need to bring to take. This event is a great way to get started using reusable nappies and meet local parents.
Alice and Brynja will be on hand to provide reusable nappy advice. We welcome donations, if you are unable to make it on the day but have a donation then please drop us an e-mail: info@realnappiesforlondon.org.uk.
You can also apply for a reusable nappy voucher in-person on the day (voucher T&Cs apply, please bring supporting documentation if applying in-person).
Please register via Eventbrite, everyone is welcome.
The event takes place outside on a covered veranda at the back of the Islington Ecology Centre, 191 Drayton Park, London, N5 1PH.
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Real Nappies for London is a waste prevention initiative administered by the Women’s Environmental Network. The voucher scheme is funded by the London Boroughs of Bexley, Camden, Enfield, Hackney, Haringey, Islington, Lambeth and Waltham Forest as well as the North London Waste Authority.
If you are a parent with a baby under 18 months, or parent-to-be, living in one of the voucher participating London Boroughs above, then you can apply for a reusable nappy voucher worth up to £54.15.
Join us for a Reusable Nappy, Baby Clothes and Maternity Wear Give and Take morning at the Islington Ecology Centre on Wednesday 23rd February 2022 from 10am – 11.30am.
Bring preloved good quality reusable nappies, baby clothes and maternity wear only (no toys), and take away anything for free. No need to bring to take. This event is a great way to get started using reusable nappies and meet local parents.
Alice and Brynja will be on hand to provide reusable nappy advice. We welcome donations, if you are unable to make it on the day but have a donation then please drop us an e-mail: info@realnappiesforlondon.org.uk.
You can also apply for a reusable nappy voucher in-person on the day (voucher T&Cs apply, please bring supporting documentation if applying in-person).
Please register via Eventbrite, everyone is welcome.
The event takes place outside on a covered veranda at the back of the Islington Ecology Centre, 191 Drayton Park, London, N5 1PH.
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Real Nappies for London is a waste prevention initiative administered by the Women’s Environmental Network. The voucher scheme is funded by the London Boroughs of Bexley, Camden, Enfield, Hackney, Haringey, Islington, Lambeth and Waltham Forest as well as the North London Waste Authority.
If you are a parent with a baby under 18 months, or parent-to-be, living in one of the voucher participating London Boroughs above, then you can apply for a reusable nappy voucher worth up to £54.15.
Join us for a Reusable Nappy, Baby Clothes and Maternity Wear Give and Take morning at the Islington Ecology Centre on Wednesday 23rd March 2022 from 10am – 11.30am.
Bring preloved good quality reusable nappies, baby clothes and maternity wear only (no toys), and take away anything for free. No need to bring to take. This event is a great way to get started using reusable nappies and meet local parents.
Alice and Brynja will be on hand to provide reusable nappy advice. We welcome donations, if you are unable to make it on the day but have a donation then please drop us an e-mail: info@realnappiesforlondon.org.uk.
You can also apply for a reusable nappy voucher in-person on the day (voucher T&Cs apply, please bring supporting documentation if applying in-person).
Please register via Eventbrite, everyone is welcome.
The event takes place outside on a covered veranda at the back of the Islington Ecology Centre, 191 Drayton Park, London, N5 1PH.
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Real Nappies for London is a waste prevention initiative administered by the Women’s Environmental Network. The voucher scheme is funded by the London Boroughs of Bexley, Camden, Enfield, Hackney, Haringey, Islington, Lambeth and Waltham Forest as well as the North London Waste Authority.
If you are a parent with a baby under 18 months, or parent-to-be, living in one of the voucher participating London Boroughs above, then you can apply for a reusable nappy voucher worth up to £54.15.
Nurseries using Reusable Nappies in Islington
Archway Early Years
Vorley Road
London N19 5HE
020 7272 3350
The Gower School
18 North Road
London N7 9EY
020 7700 2445
The Grove Nursery
91 Shepperton Road
London N1 3DF
020 7226 4037
London Borough of Islington
i-Recycle Centre
1 Cottage Road
London N7 8TP
0207 527 5157
Local Reusable Nappy Advisor
Sling Library
Bloomsbury Sling Library
Where: Coram’s Fields Children Centre, 93 Guildford Street, WC1N 1DN
Contact: To book your appointment – www.northlondonslings.co.uk/bloomsbury | info@northlondonslings.co.uk
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