Monday 20th July
Report written by Simon Davidson
This morning was another three hour session down at the Community Hospice sorting centre in Welling, going through as many of the many donated bags of clothes and whatnots as we could in the time.
Today was the most bags we'd ever seen piled up in the large metal cages. Thankfully Caroline and I were joined by new GoodGymmer Alice to help out. While Caroline showed Alice the ropes, I worked on a separate table. Alice took to it all straight away!
During our regular sessions here, we usually come across the odd thing that raises a smile; this morning was no exception with amusing statements on t-shirts and other items. We posed for the two most worthy of a picture!
I'm often surprised at the statements people are prepared to wear proudly, and our finds today reminded me of the time Caroline and I saw a very well built body builder-type chap wearing a 'World's Greatest Gran' t-shirt!
Hopefully the items we unpacked today will soon be worn proudly by new owners, with their resale raising vital funds for the Community Hospice's amazing work.
Congratulations on your first ever GG task, Alice- great to have you with us! We look forward to seeing you again soon.
If you fancy helping with this much needed donation sorting, drop us a line and we'll find some new dates with the Hospice team.
If you need a 1940s dress or a 1950s drinks bar, then No 16 is the place to go. Opened in 2013 the shop brings together antique and retro furniture, homeware and clothing under one roof. The site also houses the main warehouse for sorting donations.
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