Yorkshire Cancer Research brings first value store to Castleford

Yorkshire Cancer Research has unveiled its first ‘value format’ store in Castleford, inviting people in the area to purchase great value items and shop sustainably in support of pioneering cancer research.

The shop is located in the Carlton Lanes Shopping Centre and sells affordable pre-loved clothing, toys, books, homeware and electrical goods, all priced at £5 or less.

Over £160,000 is expected to be raised in the shop’s first year, with every purchase helping to fund pioneering research and cancer services that help to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer in Yorkshire.

Tony Graham, Director of Retail at Yorkshire Cancer Research, said:

“Yorkshire Cancer Research exists so more people live longer healthier lives, free of cancer. The opening of the Castleford shop helps support this mission as more vital funds will be raised for life-saving research in Yorkshire. The move also forms part of the charity’s ambitious target to expand its retail network to every high street in Yorkshire.

“People in Castleford can also help to save the planet by donating and shopping second-hand. Charity shops help extend the lifespan of items otherwise going to landfill, so they can instead be reused, recycled and re-loved.”

The shop will be open from 9:30am to 4:30pm Mondays to Saturdays, and 10:30am to 4:00pm on Sundays.

Yorkshire Cancer Research is calling on anyone interested in volunteering to apply online or pop into the shop and speak to a member of the team.