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Updates from our branches, seasonal displays and the local community.
Our Christmas window display, featuring candles made by children from Redby Academy.
Our Christmas memorial trees
Each Christmas, families can remember someone special by writing a personal message on a tag and hanging it on the memorial tree at either of our branches. The trees provide a place for families to reflect, remember and honour the people they love.
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The Remembrance window at our Grindon branch, featuring poppies made by the Reception class at Grindon Infant School.
Our Remembrance window at Grindon
Each year, our Grindon branch window becomes a tribute to remembrance, filled with poppies created by the Reception class at Grindon Infant School using paper plates and red tissue. The display offers a thoughtful way to remember those who have lost their lives in conflict.
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