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Buy Nothing New Month
A Keep Britain Tidy challenge each January to avoid buying new items apart from essentials.
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- International (not marked)
OrganiserKeep Britain Tidy
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Last checked19 October 2026
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About the day
Buy Nothing New Month asks people and organisations to cut waste by borrowing, mending or buying second hand. Keep Britain Tidy says over 29,000 people took part in January 2026.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 1 to 31 January 2027 | UK | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | 1 to 31 January 2028 | UK | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2029 | 1 to 31 January 2029 | UK | Set by a fixed rule |
Where this information comes from
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