Pre-loved and proud – ribbon cutting marks Red Cross boutique launch in Morpeth

1 August 2025

A stylish new addition has arrived in Morpeth town centre this week as the British Red Cross officially opened the doors to its boutique-style charity store at Sanderson Arcade.

The launch was marked by a special ribbon-cutting ceremony, warmly received by local shoppers, volunteers, and community supporters who gathered to welcome the store.

The Head of Retail North for the Red Cross Stephanie Major and Head of Retail Performance Gareth Morgan cut the ribbon on the new store which can be found near to Card Factory and the Works at the Arcade.

The British Red Cross was founded in 1870 and operates around 280 charity shops across the UK – selling preloved goods including clothes, books homewares and furniture.

The charity helps millions of people in the UK as well as 190 countries around the world to get the support they need when disaster strikes. As well as a presence in UK communities, the network of shops are a key part of the charity’s fundraising.

Morpeth is one of the charity’s new stores to be given a fresh, boutique style to the store layout. Managed by Joanne Turner the new shop team are looking forward to welcoming shoppers.

Located in the former Ladbrokes unit, the new 2,000 sq. ft. store offers a carefully curated range of pre-loved fashion, designer labels, books, homewares and accessories – all to help raise funds for the British Red Cross’s vital work supporting people in crisis. The store also has donations from the charity's high street partners. 

Stephanie Major said: “It’s wonderful to see the Morpeth store open and buzzing with activity. We have been made to feel so welcome by the local community and we are delighted to be here at Sanderson Arcade, this is such a great location for our newest store.

“Every item bought or donated here in our new Morpeth store helps us respond to emergencies both at home and around the world.” As well as raising funds for the Red Cross, the store also offers volunteering opportunities for local residents interested in giving their time and skills to support the charity’s mission.

Sanderson Arcade Centre Manager Lottie Thompson added: “We are thrilled to welcome the British Red Cross to the Arcade. The boutique looks fantastic and brings something fresh to the town centre – it’s a great place to shop sustainably while supporting such an important cause.”

For more information about the work of the British Red Cross, visit: www.redcross.org.uk

To keep up to date with news and events at Sanderson Arcade, visit: www.sandersonarcade.co.uk

For further information, contact:

Public Relations Department, Dransfield Properties Ltd
Tel: 01226 360644
Email: pr@dransfield.co.uk