The High Sheriff of Cheshire, Clare Hayward MBE DL, recently visited the Charity Christmas Card Shop at Wilmslow Library, expressing her enthusiasm for the initiative.

During her visit on Wednesday 30 October, Clare officially opened the shop and explored the wide range of card designs and featured charities.

She was delighted to learn that 100 per cent of their sales go back to the charities, a distinctive feature of this collaborative effort.

Additional proceeds from gifts, toys, and Christmas decorations help cover operational costs and hopefully enough to give all the charities an equal bonus.

Clare said: "I was thrilled to be able to meet you all in your very welcoming charity card shop. The work energy and commitment is very impressive. A huge thank you".

Clare officially opened the shop and explored the variety of cards on offer (Christmas card shop).

Some of the many charity volunteers who are involved with and benefit from the shops were introduced to Clare.

This included Meadow, a black lab who is currently being trained by Ken for the Hearing Dogs for Deaf People. Wilmslow Wells and NW Cancer Research were also on hand to meet the High Sheriff.

Clare took the opportunity to browse the selection and purchased cards to send out this festive season, along with a few additional Christmas treats.

The Christmas card shops, also located in libraries across Macclesfield, Knutsford, and Sale, thrive on community support.

A black labrador who is currently being trained by Ken for the Hearing Dogs for Deaf People along with Wilmslow Wells and NW Cancer Research were also on hand to meet the High Sheriff (Chritmas card shop).

Volunteer Jill Dodson added, "Even if you're only looking to send a few cards, we encourage everyone to visit. There's much more to see and purchase while supporting these wonderful charities that rely on your generosity.

"They are truly a one-stop shop for Christmas cards and festive novelties."

For locations, opening dates and times of each shop, you can visit www.christmas-cards.org.uk.

You can also find them on Facebook and Instagram.

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