New community shop opens in Walsall - offering low-priced items as well as cultural diversity
A new community shop has opened in Walsall, offering low-priced goods as well as a chance for a cultural exchange.
Walsall has welcomed its newest community store, The Carpathian Community Shop, which officially opened its doors on Wednesday.
The new shop sits on Milton Street, Palfrey, and offers affordable, nutritious foods as well as everyday essentials.
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However, that's not all, as the shop also offers a chance to share cultural experiences and celebrate shared heritage and common values.
The new store was launched thanks to Walsall Council's grant programme, which helps to support not-for-profit community shops in the region.
Councillor Pardeep Kaur, portfolio holder for housing support and residents' access at Walsall Council, said: "We’re proud to be supporting the expansion of Walsall’s community shop network, ensuring that help is available where it’s most needed.
"The rising cost of living is affecting many in our borough, and these community-run spaces offer both practical support and a welcoming environment for everyone."
The shop is run by Nas Dom CIC, and will join similar sites in Bloxwich, Bentley, Darlaston and Blakenall.
Juraj Modrak, CEO of Nash Dom CIC, said: "We’re very excited to open a shop that brings together people from across the Carpathian region - Ukraine, Romania, Slovakia, Poland and beyond - in Walsall. The name ‘Carpathian’ symbolises a shared heritage and common values.
"But importantly, this isn’t just an Eastern European shop - it’s a place for everyone in Palfrey. We’ve made sure there are plenty of plant-based, vegetarian and halal-friendly options, so no one is left out. Our goal is to celebrate diversity while building a stronger, resilient community together."
The shop will open six days a week, and runs on a yearly membership scheme, with an annual fee of £5.
