by Noah Roberts
The popular annual Farsley Yard Trail is back this weekend.
More than 30 homes have signed up to open their yards up to sell preloved items to the public. It’s a free event where you can walk, drive or both around homes in Farsley and pick up some great second-hand bargains.
The organisers of the event, Project Farsley, are a group of volunteers who meet and organise community and arts projects.
Their meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month in the Bobbin Room at Sunny Bank Mills. You can contact them and get up to date information from their Project Farsley Facebook page.
One of the organisers who helped to come up with the idea of a yard trail was Charlotte Topliss, who has a passion for thrifting.
‘Thrifting’ is originally an American term used to describe people shopping at second-hand shops, garage sales and flea markets, has become a popular hobby with many after social media influencers shared their hauls online. The trend for thrifting and shopping for second-hand goods has continued to grow in popularity as people choose to shop local, be more sustainable and save money.
Charlotte often travels for work and leisure and she will seek out local flea markets and sales where she can pick up unique and vintage items.
On Sunday, 7 September between 10am-3pm there will be a trail of people’s yards and gardens open where treasures can be found.
A map will be published online of all houses taking part. You can buy a printed maps on the day from the yard sale trail hub, located at the Samuel Marsden Garden, on Farsley town street.
If you live in Farsley and want to take part you can it is a free event, all you have to do is fill out a simple form, although organising cannot guarantee you will feature in the printed map.
Fill out the form to book your sale at this year’s trail here.
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