New Blue Cross shop opens

The third Blue Cross charity shop has opened in the town on Fleet, in Hampshire.

Dominic Busby (pictured centre), presenter of BBC Southern Counties Radio’s Drivetime programme officially opened the shop on Wednesday 19 October. He was joined by Blue Cross chief executive John Rutter and the shop's manager Karen Reid. 

Tony Samuel, Blue Cross director of marketing and fundraising said: “This is an important project for The Blue Cross. Unfortunately, there are hundreds of animals that need aid from charities like The Blue Cross and this charity shop opening will help to ensure funds are available for the sick and abandoned animals in our care.” 

The shop sells men’s, women’s and children’s clothes, accessories, books, household items, soft furnishings, toys and a range of greetings cards and Christmas cards. Blue Cross information and pet care advice literature is also available. 

Opening hours are: Monday to Saturday from 9am until 5pm.

Animal lovers who are able to spare time to volunteer in the shop can contact Julie Rosekilly on 01993 825595. Any saleable donations of clothes, household bric-a-brac and books will be gratefully received by The Blue Cross at the shop at 187 Fleet Road.

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