Josie Roberts

1 week ago | bhf.org.uk | Josie Roberts

Gen R is leading the way in embracing the Reuse Revolution with a survey out today revealing four in five Brits now shop second hand every month. The ‘Re-use, Reduce, Recycle’ generation of mindful shoppers is becoming more cost savvy and environmentally conscious, with three in 10 shoppers choosing pre-loved every week.

Dec 8, 2024 | medium.com | Josie Roberts

Josie Roberts·Follow8 min read·--People go to concerts to appreciate art and talent, but concerts are more than just the show; even if you go to the same venue repeatedly, every concert has a different environment that makes the experience so memorable. The genre, styles, and personality of the artist and their music attract those of the same energy that radiates throughout the venue.

Nov 14, 2024 | bhf.org.uk | Josie Roberts

Toys, board games and puzzles are in higher demand than ever, according to our latest figures. - Since 2021, we have taken over £2 million in the sale of toys at Christmas - Since 2021, Christmas jigsaw sales have risen by 92 per cent, board games by 34%  - Last Christmas, demand for soft toys rose by 22 per cent on the year before. We have seen Christmas toy sales increase by 15% in the last three years bringing in £2million for our vital heart research.

Jun 14, 2024 | bhf.org.uk | Josie Roberts

A rare Xbox console generously donated to us has sold for an incredible £7,700. The unique gaming console was donated to our shop in Oxford and listed for sale on our eBay site. The auction ended on Saturday night, and after 62 bids, it sold for an incredible £7700. The Pepsi Hulk Console, of which only 36 were available, was released in 2003 when halter tops were all the rage and Beyonce’s Crazy in Love was number one in the charts.

May 8, 2024 | bhf.org.uk | Josie Roberts

The rise of 'fast homeware' has led to one in six people changing their decor every year and millions of usable items ending up in landfill. Our One Poll survey of 2,000 adults revealed 62 per cent have thrown away homeware in good enough condition to donate to charity. The survey found that a quarter (26 per cent) of respondents also feel that homeware trends are changing at an increasingly fast pace.