26/01/2026
Following on from a social media conversation the other day we feel really strongly about a certain subject and, whilst not being disrespectful to other shops, we never like anyone to be upset.
Apparently a charity shop is refusing certain donations. Handmade goods in particular, or sometimes they will only take a percentage of the things people want to give. I know from experience that it is hard to let go of things, there are often emotional ties. House clearances from bereavements or just moving. These events are traumatic enough without being turned away when you are trying to help a charity. Obviously we are not a charity shop, just a small business trying to pay the rent, but any donations offered to us are treated with the utmost of respect and gratitude. Sentimental items often take our breath away. We like to find them the best possible home. Of course books are our favourite, but we take anything you would like to give. Our upstairs is full of joyous bric-a-brac, vintage clothes and jewellery. We love unusual things and anything that has been precious to someone is also precious to us.
P.S. lovely day to be in a book shop
