Bargains and baubles at Tewkesbury charity shop

This month, The Blue Cross charity shop in Tewkesbury will be celebrating both the festive season and its second birthday.

As part of the celebrations staff have stocked up on lots of great gifts, many of them brand new.  Those wishing to help needy animals while hunting for Christmas bargains can visit the shop at 150 High Street, where all proceeds go towards looking after the animals in the pet charity’s care.

Animal lovers can also give the gift of their time by volunteering for a few hours a week as a shop assistant. Volunteers receive a generous discount on purchases and it’s an opportunity to gain retail experience, as full training will be given.

Léonie Spencer, manager of the shop in Tewkesbury, said: “We have received a tremendous amount of support from local people over the last two years and we hope that people will pop in to take a look at our great Christmas gifts over the next few weeks.”

The shop would welcome donations of men’s, women’s and children’s clothes, household bric-a-brac, books and soft furnishings from anyone having a pre-Christmas clear out.

Anyone who would like to volunteer or that has goods to donate should visit the shop at 150 High Street, Tewkesbury or call 01684 850549.

Media contact: Sam Cordwell
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Notes to editors
The Blue Cross is Britain's pet charity, providing practical support, information and advice for pet and horse owners. Through its network of animal adoption centres it rehomes thousands of animals each year. Its hospitals provide veterinary care for the pets of people who cannot afford private vets' fees.