For anyone looking for free items - on your doorstep - you might be interested in a new community experiment called www.streetbank.com. The website allows you to see all the things that people in the immediate area (within 1000 yards of your home) are willing to lend, give away or skills they are willing to share.
It's currently working really well in Hammersmith and Fulham (see attached for some of the things currently being given away, borrowed or lent) and I thought I'd spread the love a little as the more people I can get on board, the more there will be to lend/give away.
It's a great way to get to know your neighbours and bolster the community spirit ... as well as saving you money and helping the environment at the same time. It is totally free, takes about three minutes of your time to sign on and the best part is it should give you a warm glow inside, too.
Also when it goes nationwide next year - you can say that you were one of the very first to get on board!