Travis Perkins Better Together Awards 2026
Community RePaint is thrilled to share that one of our network members, the Oval Paint Pot & Upcycling Centre in Workington, has won a Travis Perkins Better Together Award for 2026.
The centre was recognised in the Environment category. This award highlights its positive impact on the community and local environment.
Patch, from Community RePaint Workington, shared their excitement:
“This award is a recognition of how incredible our little project is, benefiting our community, preventing waste paint going to landfill, breathing new life into unwanted furniture and caring for our beautiful environment… we’re small but Mighty”
The team behind The Oval Paint Pot—Patch, Caroline and Lewis—have poured their energy into creating a space that is welcoming, imaginative and environmentally focused. They redistribute surplus paint to people in their local community. They also give donated furniture a new lease of life through upcycling. Their work cuts waste while supporting local households, community groups and DIY enthusiasts.
Winning this national Travis Perkins award highlights the huge impact that community-driven reuse projects can have, and we’re proud to see the Oval Paint Pot’s commitment, creativity, and environmental work recognised.
A huge congratulations to the whole Oval Paint Pot team from all of us at Community RePaint- so well deserved.