Could you help a local family go to the ball?

With party and prom season fast approaching, Age UK Barnsley are looking for donations of prom, party, ball or wedding outfits for sale through our three charity shops.

With local families facing a cost-of-living crisis, we want to do what we can to make that special outfit a little more affordable for those in need – with all proceeds helping to support our work on behalf of older people in Barnsley.

Commenting, Age UK Barnsley CEO Debby Bunn said:

“We know how tough it is for Barnsley families at the minute, and parties and school proms can add to budgets that are already stretched.

“We want to do everything possible to help, so if you have any unwanted party outfits that could go to a good home – why not consider donating to Age UK Barnsley?

“We are accepting drop-offs at our Queens Road offices and our three shops at Eldon Street, Cudworth and Wombwell and all proceeds will support our work providing services for older people in Barnsley.”

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Notes for Editors

• Our shops and opening hours are as follows:
• Eldon Street Shop: Monday-Saturday, 9am-4:30pm
• Cudworth Shop: Monday-Saturday, 9am-3pm
• Wombwell Shop: Monday-Saturday, 9am-2pm
• We kindly request that donations are not left outside the shops when we are not open, as they may be cleared away.
• Age UK Barnsley is an independent local charity committed to supporting older people in the Barnsley area.
• We are a brand partner of the national Age UK charity but are fiercely independent and focused on delivering high-quality, inclusive services for residents and communities in Barnsley.
• You can find out more about the services we provide on our website: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/barnsley/our-services/