The fascinating story of a charity which cares for children and families across Herefordshire will be preserved for future generations thanks to a successful bid to the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF).

In an exciting project launched last week, Acorns Children’s Hospice will record groundbreaking moments from its rich 30-year history to display in an exhibition for members of the public.

The Acorns Story Box Project, made possible with £34,700 raised by National Lottery players, will form the lasting legacy of the charity’s 30th anniversary celebrations.

Acorns unmissable bright orange Story Box caravan will also be touring the region, with the charity inviting members of the public to share their own favourite memories of the last 30 years.

Vanessa Harbar, Head of Heritage Lottery Fund West Midlands, said: “Thanks to National Lottery players, we are pleased to support Acorns to explore and record these important personal stories to mark its 30th anniversary. This oral history project will show the impact their work has had on people’s lives and promote a better understanding of the children’s hospice movement in the wider community.”

The Story Box project will be visiting Ross-on-Wye on Monday, September 10th, in the form of a ’drop-in’ session in the shop, which is situated on Gloucester Road.

For more information, visit the website: www.acorns.org.uk/storybox