TALES FROM THE BOOT & SHOE

Massive Thank you from the Boot & Shoe

Massive THANK YOU from the Boot & Shoe

To everyone who donated to our Christmas Selection Box Appeal supporting The Raft Foundation! Over 150 selection boxes collected! us away. The generosity of our Rossendale community continues to blow us away.

Amazing Community Spirit

If you're looking for examples of community support in Lancashire, this is it right here. You lot are absolutely brilliant. When we put out the call for donations to support The Raft Foundation Rossendale's foodbank – you responded with open hearts and incredible generosity. Over 150 selection boxes! Every single one will make a child's Christmas that bit brighter, bringing smiles and joy to families who need it most. And that's all down to you, our wonderful customers.

Supporting The Raft Foundation

The Raft Foundation does such vital work in our community, providing emergency food supplies to individuals and families facing hardship right here in Rossendale. Food banks shouldn't need to exist, but while they do, we're incredibly proud to support their mission in whatever way we can. By donating to our Christmas appeal, you've directly helped your neighbours and ensured more families in our local area had access to food and treats during the Christmas period.

Why Community Matters

This is what Rossendale is all about – looking out for each other, supporting local charities, and making sure everyone in our community feels cared for, especially at Christmas. Whether it's donating selection boxes, supporting local food banks, or simply being kind to one another, our community consistently shows what really matters.

More Than Just a Pub

The Boot & Shoe is proud to be more than just a place to grab a pint – we're a hub for our Rossendale community. From charity appeals to local events, we're committed to giving back and supporting the area we call home.

Thank You

From the bottom of our hearts: thank you. Thank you for your donations, thank you for your generosity, thank you for caring about vulnerable families in Rossendale, and thank you for being the kind of customers who make running a local pub so rewarding. Together, we've made a real difference this Christmas. Here's to continuing that spirit of community and kindness throughout 2026! With gratitude, The Boot & Shoe Team.