BUSINESS is booming at local charity the Walton Lea Project following a heartbreaking break-in at their premises.
News of the cold hearted burglary involving the theft of valuable cutting tools inspired the local community to rally – and now the charity which has premises in the old walled garden next to Walton Gardens and on Long Lane, Warrington, has never been busier.
As well as the generosity of the local community their premises have now been donated CCTV to deter future break-ins.
Meanwhile a new line in special Christmas Eve wooden boxes, created by support worker Graham Bowden, are simply flying out – with around 200 sold prior to December. Their ever popular log reindeers are also flying out and with supplies of wood proving hard to come by, they are sure to be out of stock by the time the big man arrives on his sleigh on Christmas Eve.
Assistant Manager Julie Groom said: “It has been fantastic how the local community has rallied behind us since the break-in. We have never been busier and we would like to say a big thank you to everyone who has helped us.
“It is very much appreciated.”
The charity provides work experience for adults with learning difficulties and their beneficiaries have been kept very busy helping make the Christmas Eve gift boxes and log reindeers.
Special wreath making workshops have also proved extremely popular.
Now, working in conjunction with Warrington & Vale Royal College, the charity will be focusing on new product design courses in the New Year.
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Well worth a visit! Some lovely craft items and tasty home produce.