By Lauren O'Connor on Wednesday, 26 November 2025
Category: Help in the Community

Do you need a winter coat this season?

​Need something warm? Every library has a rail of coats and clothing available — take what you need, no questions asked, for free. Last winter, hundreds of families benefited. Here is a list of Libraries in Sandwell and their opening times: Sandwell Library Opening Times

Ideal for All, based in Smethwick, are hosting a winter coat donation and collection point, based at 100 Oldbury Road, B66 1JE. #

You can drop off donations Monday - Thursday 10am-4pm 

 Collect a coat Monday 8th December 11am-3pm

Donations:

As temperatures dip this winter, life gets harder for people living on the streets and for those living below the poverty line who are pushed into the position of choosing whether to heat or eat – that's where a coat donation can help.

If you would like to donate:

You can drop any good quality, second hand winter coats - as well as other warm winter clothing - into any Sandwell library. Keep updated by following the Sandwell Library Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/SandwellLibraries

For more information on the Winter Coats Appeal in Sandwell please click this website link - Winter Coats Appeal | Sandwell Council

The RC Team

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You do not need any formal qualifications or experience to attend the college. All of our courses are free of charge and open to anyone, aged 18 and over.

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