Shoppers delight at Southborough shop opening!

people queuing soutborough shop

It was a busy morning in our brand-new Southborough shop on 11th November, as supporters eagerly lined up to get first pick of bargains and treasures on offer!

The shop, now located at 86 London Road, raised £1,555.35 on the day of opening, a testament to the generosity and support of our incredible community.

Welcoming shoppers for the grand opening at 10am, Elizabeth Woodcock, who has been volunteering in a variety of our shops for over 35 years, was invited to cut the ribbon.

elizabeth and sharon talking

Elizabeth said: “I was privileged to be asked to open the shop because of my long service with the Hospice. Volunteering is a part of my life; it’s a weekly occurrence. My daughter, Mary, is also a volunteer here, so there’s a family link.

“The shop is very attractive, lots of wonderful items for sale, and everything is so reasonably priced. And of course, when you buy from Hospice in the Weald, not only are you contributing to the Hospice funds, but you’re also recycling.”

With high-quality clothing, toys, bric-a-brac, and beautiful seasonal décor available, shoppers enjoyed a morning filled with affordable, pre-loved shopping whilst raising funds for patients, and their loved ones, at Hospice in the Weald.

sarah shop manager at soutborough shop

“The turnout was even better than expected and made for a fitting start to our new shop in Southborough. I feel privileged to work for Hospice in the Weald and truly love what I do. I’m fortunate to have such a supportive team around me, and the new shop is the perfect addition that tops it all off,” said Sarah, Shop Manager.

“Without the Hospice, we are simply a shop. With the Hospice, we become a local charity shop, working to raise funds that support patients and families in our local community. Many of our customers hold the charity close to their hearts, as do our dedicated volunteers,” she added.

If you haven’t yet had a chance to visit, we invite you to join us and have a browse at 86 London Road, Southborough, TN4 0PP. Every penny raised really does help Hospice in the Weald continue providing care and support to people facing terminal and life-limiting illnesses in our community.

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