‘Will week’ at Midsomer Norton shop

Shoppers in Midsomer Norton are being offered an extra bargain at their local Barnardo’s shop next week.
They can have a new Will written free of charge as part of a new fundraising scheme organised by the children’s charity.
Barnardo’s Will Week is an exclusive partnership with local firm QualitySolicitors FDC Law who will be offering free and impartial advice.
A representative will be at shop in The Hollies, High Street, from Monday to Friday, October 1-5, from 1-2pm.

Barnardo’s hopes the free service will encourage supporters to remember the charity in their Will, but there is no obligation to do so.

Barnardo’s shop manager Angie Cruickshank said: “Almost half of the charity’s income from the general public is donated through Wills, and the money raised is vital to continue our work with vulnerable children.
“The scheme aims to make more people aware of the benefits of writing and – after provision is made for loved ones – to consider remembering Barnardo’s as well.”

Angie added: “We always welcome donations of good-quality clothes, books, toys and games, as well as offers of help from potential volunteers, so we hope this new scheme will encourage even more people to visit us.“Working together, we can help disadvantaged children to turn their life around.”

For further information on Barnardo’s Will Week, visit www.barnardos.org.uk/freewill or call 0208 498 7880. The free will-writing service is available to people aged 55 or older.

To volunteer at the Midsomer Norton shop, call (01761) 411541.