How do I apply for The Repair Shop?

DO you have any damaged or broken objects that you want to restore to their former glory? Well look no further as The Repair Shop is looking for new customers.

And you could be next to appear on the BBC series. Here’s everything you need to know about applying…

How can I apply for The Repair Shop?

Applicants for The Repair Shop have to be over the age of 18 to apply.

To apply fill in the online application form on the Ricochet website.

Alternatively, if the use of technology isn’t for you, you can send your application via email ([email protected]).

You can also mail a letter to The Repair Shop, Ricochet, Pacific House, 126 Dyke Road, Brighton, BN1 3TE.

The application is fairly long, so be prepared to give as much detail about yourself as possible.

This is including basic information such as name and address, as well as details about your beloved item. 

The Repair Shop is located at the Weald and Downland Living Museum in Singleton, West Sussex.

Since 2017, the museum’s Court Barn has been used for filming the show.

What type of items are The Repair Shop bosses looking to bring in? 

The Repair Shop bosses receive a vast number of applications, so it’s important to make yours stand out.

They are looking for things that are unique – give as much detail as possible about the item and how much it means to you.

It could also be useful to add a short video of yourself with the item in your application, this would help you get noticed.

Who pays for the repairs at The Repair Shop?

The question on everyone’s mind – who actually pays for the repairs?

Well, the good news, the show pays for it all, making the repairs are completely free.

Rob Butterfield, head of factual at the show’s production company Ricochet, told the BBC: “We don’t charge for repairs.

“If people wish to make a donation to charity we’re very happy with that, but it’s by no means necessary.”

So who knows, it could be your treasured item next to put the nation in tears.