Toolstation Superfan Enjoys Store Tour

A young eight year old Toolstation super-fan had his dreams come true when he visited his local Toolstation store in Dartford.

Charles Wiltshire loves the supplier of tools, accessories and building supplies so much that Craig Oliver, Toolstation’s Business Development Manager approached his dad Jesse and invited them both for a tour of the store, where they surprised him with a  personalised Toolstation t-shirt in his size.

While there, Charles served several customers, met with colleagues, collected his latest Toolstation catalogue and took away some DIY tools too. 

Craig Oliver, Toolstation’s Business Development Manager says: “It was fantastic to see such a passionate young fan. After spotting his dad’s social post about Charles’ love of Toolstation we had to get in touch and offer him a tour. The team went above and beyond to make him feel special and the smile on his face says it all. Charles even got a personalised Toolstation T-shirt, our new catalogue and some tools to add to his collection. We can’t wait to welcome him back. Its great to see that we are inspiring a young generation into the construction and trades sector.”

Jesse Wiltshire, Charles’ father says: “Charles is completely enthralled with Toolstation. Thanks to the Dartford team for giving him such a thrilling experience. It proves Toolstation are positive about people. I love the ethos.”

As part of its ambition to help young people learn about DIY and vocational skills, Toolstation supports social enterprise VIY (Volunteer It Yourself) and has helped youngsters earn over 200 City & Guilds qualifications.

Toolstation has also trained 100 apprentices who are on or have graduated from the Toolstation Academy apprentice programme delivered by LEAP Apprenticeships & Early Careers. LEAP provides industry-specific apprenticeships exclusively for the construction sector, designed around the needs of the businesses, from entry to director level to give colleagues the skills, knowledge and behaviours to be great in their roles.

Source : Toolstation

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