St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice says its new shop and café in Spalding will open by the end of July.
As reported in The Voice last August, part of the former White Hart Hotel in Market Place – a Grade II listed building – will house the shop and 30-seat café, which will open six days a week. The charity’s current shop in New Road shop is set to close after 30 years, with volunteers moving to the new premises.
The new 2,000 sq ft shop will stock a mix of fashion, including vintage and retro pieces, as well as books, music, and household items. It will also sell new products such as handbags, accessories and gift ideas.
It is hoped that the revenue generated from the premises will go some way towards the £5.5million which is required each year to ensure the hospice can continue to deliver its services.
Caroline Peach, retail manager for St Barnabas Hospice, said: “This is a really exciting time for us as we work with local architects to bring our shop to life. We are also working closely with the conservation department to ensure that we protect the heritage of this beautiful and iconic building.
“What makes this launch even more exciting is the opening of our first ever café which will be found towards the back of the store. We are always looking for new ways to help generate the money needed to be able to continue to deliver our care and services across the county.
“The café will have space for 30 seats and will serve drinks and light bites made from locally-sourced produce including Stokes coffee and Pipers crisps. We hope that our café will become a central part of the local community and will receive as much support as our shops across the county do.”
The charity is appealing for more help to run the new shop. For details contact 01522 518 221 or email volunteering@stbarnabashospice.co.uk.
The Voice of Spalding and South Holland
