Derbyshire Children & Youth Charity opens new charity shop
Derbyshire based Valley CiDS, a charity supporting children, young people and families in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, are pleased to announce that they have opened their newest Lighthouse Charity Shop in Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire.
The shop was officially opened on the 13th March 2026 by Whaley Bridge Councillor Neville Clarke of High Peak Borough Council and Councillor Rachael Magowan from the local Town Council. Joining them were children from Taxal & Fernilee CofE Primary School, who were amazing. The new Lighthouse Charity Shop is located on the main road through Whaley Bridge, Market Street.
The shop welcomed customers and others from the local community, including representatives from the local churches. Staff, volunteers, and trustees from Valley CiDS were also on hand to welcome everyone and celebrate this special occasion.
CEO of Valley CiDS, Ian Tannahill said:
“We are excited to be opening our new Lighthouse Charity Shop in Whaley Bridge. As a charity, we are passionate about engaging and working with local communities and look forward to connecting with the people of Whaley Bridge and furthering our work in supporting local children, young people and families.”
The new Valley CiDS Lighthouse Charity Shop, will raise income to support the work of Valley CiDS, working with children, young people and their families. This is through their work in schools where they provide a range of activities, along with out-of-school clubs, youth & community work services in local communities and alternative education provision, for young people who have disengaged with learning or are struggling to access mainstream education.
The charity’s youth team the Blend Youth Project, already work in or partner with other organisations within the High Peak area in Buxton, Glossop and New Mills.
Visit the new shop, to meet the brilliant team of staff and volunteers who are dedicated to making this a great shopping experience for you with a welcoming atmosphere. Take the opportunity to look through the high quality items they have in stock.
Staff and volunteers will gratefully receive any unwanted clothing, bric-a-brac, soft furnishings, jewellery, books, toys and electrical items.
New volunteers are always needed, so pop in and say hello, as you can always be assured of a warm welcome.
Valley CiDS mission is:
“To build and strengthen community through serving, inspiring and equipping children, young people and families to develop their full potential in society.”
To find out more about us visit Home - Valley CIDS and read our latest Impact Report with inspiring stories of people we have supported over the past year.