A two-day event bringing more than 19 stalls to the Royal Jersey Showground is set to take place this weekend with all proceeds going towards supporting mental health services across the island.
Jersey’s Shabby Chic to Antique fair will take place on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 November from 10am to 5pm, with stalls selling antiques, collectables, jewellery, books, old maps, furniture, ornaments and Christmas decorations.
Entry and on-site parking will be free, with all money raised going towards Mind Jersey’s work supporting people across the island.
The fair takes months of preparation, with the charity responsible for organising the venue, coordinating stallholders and arranging volunteers and staff to run the event across both days.
This year’s fair will also see Mind Jersey take a stall in the Main Hall for the first time, giving visitors the opportunity to meet members of the team and learn more about the charity’s services.
Patricia Tumelty, chief executive of Mind Jersey, said: “It’s a brilliant day out, and there really is something for every budget.
“Most people who come along don’t realise they’re helping someone get mental health support while they browse. This year we wanted them to meet us. Come say hello at our stall in the main hall.”
Agata Rogacka, HR and Finance Manager at Mind Jersey, thanked the stallholders and local businesses supporting the event.
“We couldn’t put this on without our stallholders. They give up their weekend, and many come back year after year, so thank you to every one of them, and to the local businesses who’ve donated raffle prizes.
“The run-up to Christmas isn’t easy for everyone, and what we raise this weekend helps us keep our support going through the winter.”
Visitors will also be able to browse pre-loved clothes and shoes at the Mind Jersey stall, donated by Kate Taylor of The Real Housewives of Jersey following the charity’s fashion show at St Ouen’s Manor in September.
A raffle will also run throughout the weekend, with all proceeds going to the charity.
The top prize is a staycation for two at the Sommerville Hotel, donated by Dolan Hotels.
Other prizes include six bottles of red wine from Simon Glynn, a beauty hamper from de Gruchy, and £50 towards any Seafaris trip, alongside four entry tickets to St Catherine’s Bunker, both donated by Seafaris.
The charity hopes the event will attract visitors looking for something different ahead of Christmas, while helping raise vital funds for mental health support in Jersey.
