A call has gone out for more donations of furniture for a local social enterprise set up to help local people. Father and son, John and Paul Oliver, both volunteer for More Time in Newton Aycliffe. A steady stream of customers at the showroom in the DISC headquarters next to the Blue Bridge in Newton Aycliffe means they need more good quality second-hand goods. John, a volunteer for three years, says: “We’re always willing to receive donations in reusable condition. “We’re looking for more household goods and we
have the skills within the team here at More Time to refurbish old furniture to bring them back to standard.
The furniture is reasonably priced for those on a budget or anyone on the lookout for a bargain! John said he enjoyed “the family atmosphere within the team”. And his son, Paul added: “I want to encourage local people to get in touch if they have any furniture that they no longer want; we offer a free collection service if needed.” Dawn McCreanor, More Time Business Manager said: “All the money raised from the sale of these goods goes back into the More Time service, helping local people develop new skills with the aim of them securing employment in the future.
“ V o l u n t e e r i n g opportunities within the warehouse, showroom and in the on-site café are available.” Anyone who would like to donate household goods can call in or telephone 01325 731294. More Time is based at The IES Centre –Horndale Avenue, Aycliffe Business Park (near the Blue Bridge), The More Time furniture showroom is open Monday to Saturday between 9am until 4pm.
