Exciting developments in store for Big C

Big C is thrilled to announce the expansion of its retail chain, to include the opening of a new shop in King’s Lynn. Significant developments are also planned at its Furniture & Crafts Emporium and Donation Centre in Wymondham.

The charity’s 11 shops across Norfolk and North Suffolk are an integral part of its charitable income, directly supporting people affected by cancer in Norfolk and surrounding counties.

These exciting developments mark a new chapter for the charity as it responds to growing demand for sustainable shopping options. They will also help fund the ever-increasing need for Big C’s cancer support services, which are available to anyone affected by cancer, whether it’s the patient themselves, or a loved one.

The new shop on Broad Street, King’s Lynn, will have more a department store feel to it. Shoppers can expect a large selection of furniture, craft supplies, a self-service bridal shop, as well as all the usual items of good quality donated goods, clothing, books and household items.

Karen continues: “The new shop will complement our King’s Lynn Cancer Support Centre on Railway Road, which is a lifeline for many people affected by cancer in the local community. Having a shop in the town is a way for people to support the charity and shop sustainably at the same time.”

Expansion in Wymondham this summer

Located by the train station in Wymondham, Big C’s Furniture & Craft Emporium stocks an array of crafting supplies and materials, as well as a large selection of furniture and household items. Monthly crafting groups and Warhammer painting sessions are held there, and Big C’s Boutique is just next door, making it a one stop shop! It is also home to Big C’s Donation Centre which manages vast quantities of donations per year and distributes across all retail outlets.

It is so successful that plans are in place to move the Donation Centre to a warehouse on Gales Business Park, Ayton Road. The shopping areas at 2-4 Allenbrooks Way will then extend to over three units. This extension will see the charity with its first ‘superstore’ as well as enabling it to increase sorting efficiency, improve donation handling, and streamline stock distribution.

“Our Furniture & Craft Emporium at Wymondham is a thriving hub in the local community” says Retail Operations Manager Suzanne Comaskey. “We are well supported by local residents and beyond, and the expansion of the warehouse, as well as a larger Donation Centre will ensure we can maximise all the incredible donations that our supporters so generously give to Big C.”

Join the team

To support this exciting growth, Big C is actively recruiting both volunteers and paid staff across both locations. Employment opportunities will be available at King’s Lynn, including Shop Manager and Assistant Shop Manager roles, and a Saturday Retail Assistant.

There are a wide a variety of volunteering roles, and the charity welcomes applications from anyone looking to give a few hours of their time, including people wanting to gain work experience and Duke of Edinburgh Award students.

“We would be delighted to hear from anyone that may be able to help us, at Wymondham and King’s Lynn, as well as at many of our other shops including Diss, Fakenham and Cromer” says Suzanne. “If you like talking to people, we have roles as customer service ambassadors, meeting and greeting our shoppers, or opportunities back of house, sorting, cleaning and filling shelves.”

Volunteering offers flexibility, a chance to meet new people, and the satisfaction of making a direct difference in the local community.