The Bucks Free Press has approached the British Red Cross for comment. READ MORE: Amersham charity shop on people leaving donations outsideJacki Kew, manager of the nearby Helen & Douglas House charity shop, described the Red Cross store as a familiar landmark. "The Red Cross shop has been here forever. She added: “The Red Cross shop has a front alcove where people often leave bags. "It's always a shame when a shop closes, but it's especially sad when it's a charity shop that has been part of the community for so long."