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Glossop shop is on the move

Willow Wood Hospice’s charity shop in Glossop will be moving into a much larger home next week. 

The current shop at 57 High Street West has a half-price sale on before it permanently closes at 4pm on Saturday 25th May.   

The new shop is situated across the road at 12 High Street West – which was most recently One Bay and previously Thomas Cook.

It will open to customers for the first time on Wednesday 29th May at 11am – when the High Peak Mayor, Councillor Stewart Gardner, will officially cut the ribbon. On opening day, customers will receive a raffle ticket with every purchase to be in with a chance of winning a food hamper. 

Pauline Lunt, Head of Retail at Willow Wood Hospice, said: “We are always looking to improve our retail offering and we had outgrown our space in Glossop thanks to the fantastic support of the local community. 

“In our new premises, we have an increased floor space and a greater high street presence.

“We wish to express our sincere thanks to local businesses who have supported us in getting the new shop up and running – including Colebarn Developments Ltd in Hadfield.” 

Caroline Lillis, Glossop shop manager, added: “We are really excited to open our new Glossop shop, which is bigger and brighter with an extended range of items. 

“We cannot wait to welcome customers old and new so they can see our brilliant new shop for themselves.”  

The shop will be open seven days a week – from 9.30am to 4.30pm Mondays to Saturdays and 10.30am to 4.30pm on Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays. 

You can contact the shop by calling 0161 669 4855 and keep an eye out on the community noticeboard in the shop for updates about the Hospice, its services and fundraising events. 

Supporting the Hospice’s charity shops is just one way that people can make a difference to patients from the local community. 

Donations of new or used items, dropped off during the shop’s opening hours, are always appreciated to ensure they become the gift that keeps on giving. See which items you can donate at https://willowwood.org.uk/what-can-i-donate/

The Hospice would also be grateful to anyone who can spare a few hours every week to lend a hand in the new shop. No previous retail experience is needed as training will be given. You can express your interest by visiting https://willowwood.org.uk/hospice-volunteering/interest/ 

If you would like to be part of the Hospice’s Retail team, keep an eye out for any new positions when they become available at https://willowwood.org.uk/vacancies/ 

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Ashton shop manager speaks to Tameside Radio

The manager of our Ashton-under-Lyne shop, Denise Royle, has been speaking to Tameside Radio’s Alex Cann about how you can support the Hospice through our shops. 

The interview was first aired on the Breakfast show on Monday 5th February.

If you missed their chat, you can listen below…

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Donate your unwanted belongings to Willow Wood

Willow Wood Hospice is encouraging local residents to start the new year by having a declutter and generously donating any items or gifts they no longer want, need or use.  

Did you get more shirts than you’ll ever wear for Christmas, or perhaps a pair of jeans that isn’t your size or style?

Maybe you’ve got a book you’ve already read sitting on a shelf, or a board game you’ve already played gathering dust in a cupboard?

The Hospice is hoping that people will consider donating these new or used items to ensure they become the gift that keeps on giving.

You can feel a lot better knowing that having a clear-out can make the house feel calmer post-Christmas and the items you donate to Willow Wood’s charity shops will be re-sold to help raise vital funds to support the care of patients from the local community with life-limiting illnesses.

The Hospice has six charity shops across Tameside and Glossop, in addition to the Purchase and Donate (PAD) Furniture Shop in Stalybridge and Distribution Centre in Ashton-under-Lyne.

Willow Wood needs at least £3.3 million every year to continue operating and, with only 20 per cent of that funding coming by way of central government, the Hospice relies on the generosity of the community it serves.

Supporting Willow Wood’s shops is one way you can help and our team of dedicated staff and volunteers will gratefully receive any donations of items during opening hours to keep the shelves stocked – with the exception of duvets, car seats and crash helmets.

Furniture will also be accepted at the Purchase and Donate (PAD) Furniture Shop on Shepley Street in Stalybridge.

See where your nearest Willow Wood Hospice shop is and check the opening hours at www.willowwood.org.uk/shop-locations

People can make their donations worth an extra 25 per cent for the Hospice by signing up to Gift Aid. By filling out a simple form when dropping off your donations, Willow Wood will receive an extra 25p from the government for every £1 raised from donated goods and it won’t cost you a penny.

Pauline Lunt, Head of Retail at Willow Wood Hospice, said: “There’s no better time than the new year to clear space in your wardrobe or from your shelves and cupboards. We would be incredibly grateful if you could donate any belongings you don’t want or need any more to our Willow Wood charity shops and we will find a loving new home for them. You will be helping us to be there for our patients and their families when they need us most.

“By extending the season of goodwill and donating your unwanted items to Willow Wood Hospice, you will also be helping to reduce waste.

“Whilst dropping off your donations, you might even spot something you like and bag yourself a bargain.”

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Bag a festive bargain at our charity shops

With the countdown to Christmas well and truly under way, Willow Wood Hospice is encouraging the local community to call in to its charity shops and pick up some festive bargains. 

If you’re looking for gift ideas or stocking fillers, the shops in Tameside and Glossop offer good value across a wide variety of stock.

They have cards and decorations still available, as well as food, sweets and biscuits if you’re looking to stock up for festive gatherings or treat yourself.

You will also find a range of pre-loved items including books, toys and games – so there is something for everyone.

But if you’re not sure what to buy, you can pick up a charity shop gift card – available from the tills – which can be used in most charity shops, as well as Willow Wood’s charity shops.

To get yourself ready for the festive season, there are Christmas jumpers to choose from and the Stalybridge shop has a selection of party dresses upstairs.

On Saturday 9th December, the shop on Grosvenor Street is holding a ‘Taster Day’ where you can sample a mouth-watering selection of our Hospice jams and chutneys, as well as purchase a bottle of our exclusive vodka or gin.

In the Reddish Lane (Denton) shop, there is a Christmas raffle where you could win some fabulous prizes.

As well as helping to save you money, every item bought in the shops makes a difference to patients from Tameside and Glossop in the care of the Hospice.

Willow Wood needs at least £3.3 million every year to continue operating and, with only 20 per cent of that funding coming by way of central government, the Hospice relies on the generosity of the community it serves.

Pauline Lunt, Head of Retail at Willow Wood Hospice, said: “Our staff and volunteers have worked hard to get our shops ready for the festive period and you will be spoilt for choice with ideas for Christmas gifts for your loved ones.

“Shopping in our Hospice shops is a great way to recycle and at the same time find a bargain. Every purchase could add joy to your festivities and also supports compassionate care for those in need.”

All Willow Wood shops will be open from Wednesday 27th to Saturday 30th December, but closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.

The shops will gratefully receive any donations of items during opening hours to keep our shelves stocked – with the exception of duvets, car seats and crash helmets. Furniture will be accepted at the Purchase and Donate (PAD) shop on Shepley Street in Stalybridge.

See where your nearest Willow Wood Hospice shop is at www.willowwood.org.uk/shop-locations

By Adam Higgins