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Cherished Gowns UK
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**Registered Charity Number 1172482**
Cherished Gowns for Angel Babies UK is a registered charity that provides dignified clothing for babies who have are stillborn, miscarried or who pass away shortly after birth. We provide items from 16 weeks
of pregnancy through to full term at no cost to the families or hospitals. We try to work directly with the hospitals to provide items so that they are available as soon as they are required, and we also work with funeral homes and will accept requests from family and friends directly.
We primarily make our Cherished Gowns from donated wedding dresses. With each gown a family will receive a cloth nappy, a hat, pair of booties and a blanket.
We are not currently accepting new dress donations but if you would like to be notified when we reopen our waiting list you can join the newsletter on our website.
You can also help financially by donating through this link: https://www.justgiving.com/cherishedgowns
We provide our Cherished Gowns with the hope that it can give some dignity, compassion, and peace of mind to the family during their darkest time. We understand that nothing will ever make these tragedies right but we hope that in some way however small.
If you sadly find yourself in the position of needing one of our Cherished Gowns please don't hesitate to get in contact with us. Any requests received before 1pm Monday-Friday are sent same day.
Please note that although we aim to answer all enquires within 24 hours our office opening are:
Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday CLOSED
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 3pm
Saturday CLOSED
Sunday CLOSED
Cherished Gowns for Angel Babies UK is a registered charity that provides dignified clothing for babies who have are stillborn, miscarried or who pass away shortly after birth. We provide items from 16 weeks
of pregnancy through to full term at no cost to the families or hospitals. We try to work directly with the hospitals to provide items so that they are available as soon as they are required, and we also work with funeral homes and will accept requests from family and friends directly.
We primarily make our Cherished Gowns from donated wedding dresses. With each gown a family will receive a cloth nappy, a hat, pair of booties and a blanket.
We are not currently accepting new dress donations but if you would like to be notified when we reopen our waiting list you can join the newsletter on our website.
You can also help financially by donating through this link: https://www.justgiving.com/cherishedgowns
We provide our Cherished Gowns with the hope that it can give some dignity, compassion, and peace of mind to the family during their darkest time. We understand that nothing will ever make these tragedies right but we hope that in some way however small.
If you sadly find yourself in the position of needing one of our Cherished Gowns please don't hesitate to get in contact with us. Any requests received before 1pm Monday-Friday are sent same day.
Please note that although we aim to answer all enquires within 24 hours our office opening are:
Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday CLOSED
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 3pm
Saturday CLOSED
Sunday CLOSED
15 recommendations and reviews from 15 people
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Referral from
February 1, 2018
Lea C. asked:This is quite sensitive but I'm hoping someone out there might know where to go..... I would like my wedding dress to go to make dresses for sleeping babies to be buried in but need helpSam E. replied:http://www.cherishedgowns.org.ukLisa C. replied:Cherished Gowns UK take dresses. What a lovely thing to do. X
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Referral from
December 6, 2017
Jodie A. asked:Just wondered if any one could help. I have a brand new wedding dress that unfortunately never got to be worn. I am struggling to find places to sell it , or give it to a good cause if that fails. The friend who is storing it for me can only hold onto it for one more month. Any suggestions? Thank youAngela A. replied:https://www.facebook.com/1471629479768887 Cherished Gowns UK
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Referral from
September 9, 2017
Hike P. asked:#HIKERNEEDS Can I have a hiker need: does anyone take wedding dresses for the angel babies dresses? I knew a lady but she's disappeared from my friends list. Many many thanks Santa xLouise H. replied:https://www.facebook.com/1471629479768887 Cherished gowns for Angel babies UK do but they have a waiting list Megan McKay
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Referral from
August 8, 2017
Trisha T. asked:Hi does anyone know of anywhere that takes in old wedding dresses and makes them into outfits for the babies that sadly pass away,I have one and I want it to do something good for others xCelina M. replied:Hope this helps: http://www.cherishedgowns.org.uk/
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Referral from
July 26, 2017
Brigitta C. asked:Hopefully right place to post but was just wondering if anyone knows of a business who converts used wedding dresses into christening gowns locally? Thinking of charities for stillborn really but any recommendations really appreciatedLisa A. replied:http://cherishedgowns.org.uk/
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Referral from
March 27, 2017
Carol D. asked:wedding dress size 12/14 £1 - Worle Any one know of anyone who could make use of a wedding dress, been cleaned Maybe someone on tight budget or a club ( carnival or drama)Kelly H. replied:https://www.facebook.com/1471629479768887 Cherished gowns for Angel babies UK
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Referral from
October 24, 2016
Cindy S. asked:Right all you lovely girlie leedsfacers!! I need some help in deciding what to do with my wedding dress,I really don't wanna give it to a charity shop,I wanted to give it to a lady whom made funeral outfits for babies,but unfortunately she has ceased doing them nowLauren M. replied:http://www.cherishedgowns.org.uk/
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Referral from
October 2, 2016
Christiane O. asked:Where is best place to try and sell / give away a second hand wedding dress. Also where can I get it cleaned as just got it out and realised it needs it. Any thoughts.Karen M. replied:http://www.cherishedgowns.org.uk/ Wish this fantastic place was around then I lost my first son at a week old, such a lovely idea. 👼🏼
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Referral from
August 19, 2016
Lisa W. asked:Does any one know where to take my wedding dress to sell or let somebody have it thanksJudy W. replied:Www.cherishedgowns.org.uk
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Referral from
August 4, 2016
Carolyn B. asked:Hi I am considering selling my Wedding dress, does anyone know of a place that buys second hand wedding dresses and if they give a good price for them. I'm only selling it if I can get a decent price as it obviously has sentimental value to me.Taryn R. replied:http://www.cherishedgowns.org.uk you could give it to this charity? What they do is amazing
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Referral from
February 18, 2016
Lynn R. asked:Delete if not permitted. . My daughter has a designer wedding dress and veil which will probably need a clean but does anyone know of any charity what is looking for bridal gown?Kimberley M. replied:http://www.cherishedgowns.org.uk/ this charity uses donated wedding dresses to make gowns for babies who have died x
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Referral from
February 5, 2016
Kathy P. asked:Morning - hope someone can help - I have a load of wedding dresses and evening/bridesmaid gowns at Preen - various styles. All have been donated over last few years but they are a hard thing to find new homes for. Does anyone know a local (ish) dealer of clothing/wedding items who might want them and will come and take a look? Thanks if anyone can help.Caséy R. replied:http://www.cherishedgowns.org.uk/
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Referral from
January 17, 2016
Helen K. asked:Sorry not selling!! £10 - Ripon, North Yorkshire I would like to turn my wedding dress into something instead of just sat in a box. Was thinking either make into pillows or something else would anybody be able to do this or have other ideas thanks XGill H. replied:Hi Helen. If you're not wanting to keep your dress then how about this? A beautiful idea. http://www.cherishedgowns.org.uk/
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Referral from
August 31, 2015
Jellica L. asked:Hi ladies Are there any brides to be size 12 who are in need of a wedding dress and can't afford one? Please comment below I'm looking to do a good turn and would like to speak to you. XxxJenny C. replied:http://www.cherishedgowns.org.uk
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