A long-running charity bookstall in Wiltshire has raised over £500 for Blind Veterans UK, the national charity for vision impaired ex-Service men and women.
The Charity Book Stall at Salisbury Charters Market raises money for a variety of different charities and also local schools.
Chris Child started running bookstalls around 25 years ago while he was himself serving in the Army with the Royal Logistics Corps. He says:
“For the last ten years, the book stall has become a regular feature in Salisbury; I have around 12 regular volunteers who help me set up the stall and sell the books. We have constant donations coming in which is fantastic.
“Last Autumn, while running the stall, the Field Kitchen next door was raising money for Blind Veterans UK which is how I became aware of the charity; I ran the first book stall to raise money for the charity in November.”
Chris has now held three book stalls in aid of Blind Veterans UK and is running the next on Saturday March 8.
Chris says:
“Having served for 34 years in the Army I understand how vital military charities are. Of course, not every veteran will need their support, but many do and knowing they are there is hugely reassuring. I don’t need the support myself but we should all chip in in case one day we do and to honour those who served alongside us.”
The Charity Book Stall at Salisbury Charters Market runs frequently throughout the year but is weather dependent. To check dates please follow The Charity Bookstall @Salisbury Charter Market on Facebook.
If you would like support to run a bookstall or book swap in aid of Blind Veterans UK you can contact: fundraising@blindveterans.org.uk
Blind Veterans UK supports thousands of blind veterans across the country, but knows there are many thousands more who still need its support to rebuild their lives after sight loss.
If you, or someone you know, served in the Armed Forces, including National Service, and are now struggling with sight loss, then please get in touch. Call 0800 389 7979 or visit: blindveterans.org.uk/gethelp
