Age UK East Sussex opens new charity shop in Eastbourne

Age UK East Sussex has opened a new charity shop on Langney Road in Eastbourne to raise funds for services for older people; the opening was attended by the Mayor of Eastbourne and local volunteers.

Age UK East Sussex has opened a new charity shop on Langney Road in Eastbourne. The shop offers pre-loved clothing, books, household goods and other items. The opening was attended by the Mayor of Eastbourne, Councillor Margaret Bannister, alongside charity staff, volunteers and local residents. The shop is intended to raise funds to support Age UK East Sussex's services for older people across the county. Key details: - The new shop is located on Langney Road and stocks a variety of quality second-hand items including clothing, books and household goods. - The opening event included the Mayor of Eastbourne, charity representatives, volunteers and members of the local community. - Age UK East Sussex is a local, independent charity with more than 75 years of service and operates five charity shops and two furniture stores across the county. - A new volunteer reported that the role had helped rebuild confidence and praised the team and customers for being welcoming. - The charity reported it is inviting volunteers and provided a phone number and email for enquiries (01273 476704; volunteers@ageukeastsussex.org.uk). Summary: The new Langney Road shop is intended to generate funds for Age UK East Sussex's frontline services and to create volunteering opportunities locally. The charity is continuing volunteer recruitment and will operate the shop alongside its other stores to support older people across the county.