Welcome to The Gift Shack

25 October 2024

The Fifth Trust is thrilled to announce the opening of our new bespoke gift shop, The Gift Shack.  

From woodwork and ceramics to wine and more, the shop serves as a creative hub to showcase the range of our talented students’ work.  

Construction of the shop, located within our Vineyard Garden Centre, was completed by Jake Theoff, Craig Rolfe and Justin Lucock from The Fifth Trust Wood Shack department. It was fitted out by woodwork instructor Ross Palmer and e-commerce manager Sara Nyemann Loeffler, with various other staff members, students and volunteers assisting. 

Sara said, “Creating the shop has been a huge collaborative effort – a labour of love. Our talented students across all departments have worked so hard to produce the range of incredible items we proudly have in stock. It is a wonderful way to celebrate our students’ amazing skills and creativity. 

“We warmly invite you to visit, support our charity, and help us continue empowering 170 adults with learning disabilities to lead safe, fulfilling lives. Come and see for yourself!” 

The Gift Shack is open from 9-4 Monday to Saturday*, and 10-4 on Sundays, in line with the garden centre’s hours. 

*As of December 2, the Vineyard Garden Centre hours will increase to 10-4:30 Monday-Saturday. 

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