AGE UK has opened a boutique charity shop at 11 Canford Lane, Westbury-on-Trym.
The shop was launched by Bristol’s Deputy Lord Mayor Councillor Paul Goggin.
Every purchase made helps to raise funds to support services for older people, including Age UK’s Telephone Friendship Service, free and confidential Advice Line and The Silver Line Helpline.
Age UK hopes the shop will encourage people to recycle their unwanted items. Donations to Age UK’s charity shops have stopped more than two kilos going into landfill and saved over 28 million kilos of CO2e so far this year.
The shop’s manager Tony Golledge said: “We’re thrilled to open the doors of our stylish new boutique shop. We’re encouraging everyone to come and check out our range of pre-loved treasures and vintage fashion, as well as donate any unwanted quality items.
“We are also encouraging local people to join our shop team as volunteers. Volunteering is a great way of gaining valuable skills, as well as working alongside a team of passionate and friendly people. We offer a range of volunteering opportunities, so if you’re looking to develop new skills or simply make new friends, please pop into the shop and speak to one of the staff. Even small amounts of time can really make a huge difference.”
People interested can find out more and sign up by visiting Volunteer Shop Assistant (Westbury-On-Trym) | Age UK. To find out more about Age UK shops: www.ageuk.org.uk/shops