The Willow Foundation opens its latest shop in Hertford

The Willow Foundation, the Herts-based charity which helps seriously ill young adults make special memories, has opened its seventh shop – in Hertford’s Bull Plain.

Eastenders actor Jake Wood, who is well known for playing Max Branning in the popular soap, joined Hertford Mayor Cllr Susan Barber to cut the ribbon to officially open the shop on Saturday 15th April.

The charity was founded by former Arsenal goalkeeper Bob Wilson and his wife Megs as a lasting memorial to their daughter Anna who died of cancer at the age of 31.

Anna battled cancer for five years and it was during those years that she, her family and friends, experienced some of their most memorable moments together. What Anna called her “Special Days” became a focus for quality of time and quality of life, providing a welcome distraction from the challenging realities of living with a life-threatening illness and restoring some normality back into all their lives. Willow is dedicated to helping young adults with rare, serious or life-limiting illnesses to arrange uplifting and unforgettable Special Days and Treats.

Now in its 24th year, the charity has provided more than 19,000 Special Days for young adults across the UK.

Funds raised via the new shop will help the charity to provide more Special Days for those that need them, and the charity hopes the local community will help it in its mission by both donating and shopping, and is also keen to hear from anyone interested in volunteering.

The new shop, which is open from 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday, is at 4 Bull Plain, Hertford SG14 1DT and can be reached on 01992 538398. willowfoundation.org.uk

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