Charity reveals its festive challenge

People in the North East are being asked by the British Heart Foundation (BHF) to make a Christmas purchase that will raise much-needed funds.

The charity says that buying at least one pre-loved gift from one of its shops and/or eBay store will enable consumers to reduce waste and save money, as well as helping it in its recovery from the coronavirus crisis.

BHF shops are filled with rare and unique finds at affordable prices – from books and accessories to designer clothes and retro glassware.

Allison Swaine-Hughes, retail director at the BHF, said: “If you’re looking to celebrate Christmas a bit differently this year, our Charity Shop Challenge will help you think outside the box when it comes to your festive shopping.

“Our high street shops and online stores are packed with countless unique treasures waiting to be discovered, making your gifts all the more meaningful this year. There are also plenty of good quality furniture and homewares on offer too if you’re giving your home a festive spruce.

“Every pound raised in our shops and online stores help us support the 370,000 people living with heart and circulatory diseases across the North East, many of whom are at increased risk from COVID-19. Now more than ever, we urgently need your support this Christmas so we can continue funding life-saving breakthroughs.”

TheBHF’ s shops and stores in the North East are now back up and running, with measures in place to keep staff, volunteers and customers safe.

You can share your finds on social media using the hashtag #BoughtAtBHF.