Remembrance Day tattoos from previous years at Old Empire Tattoo

A  tattoo shop based in Little Hulton will be offering Remembrance Day designs to raise the much needed funds for the the British Royal Legion. 

The Salford tattoo shop, Old Empire Tattoo will be offering their pre-drawn designs to the public on the day for £11.

Residents will be able to choose a variety of designs, that include anything from poppies to a fallen soldier,  offering “different stuff for different types of people.”

Image of the Poppy tattoo that will be offer on Remembrance Day

Throughout the day the tattoo shop, aim to raise money for the British Royal Legion, and have already been selling poppies and pins, adding to their instore charity box.

One of the artists from Old Empire, Joel Mitchell has actively raised money for several different charities over the years, and finds the events hugely important for spreading awareness and education, especially for their younger customers.

He said: “It’s important for younger generations to know what’s it’s about, and the people that are sacrificed for their future,”

Joel is expecting a “steady flow” of people throughout the day, eager to get these designs in remembrance of those that have fallen.

The shop is additionally hosting a ‘bring a friend’ piercing deal from November 8 to 12 where one piercing is offered for just £11, with the additional income from this deal will also be donated to Royal British Legion for Remembrance Day.

Alongside these fundraising events, the shop is also offering military themed designs throughout the whole of November, your own military badge being one of those designs.

With over 900 positive reviews on Facebook alone, all resounding about the “friendly” and “spotless” atmosphere, it is evident that the community already love the shop and the staff that work there, and Old Empire is hoping this support will shine through on Monday.

Following Joel said: “Hopefully we’ll be able to raise some good funds for some good people,”

The event will be cash only and those that are lucky enough to look under 18 will need to bring ID, with the artists reminding customers to eat before they go.

For any additional information about the events and deals, contact Old Empire Tattoo at 07804908802 or oldempiretattoo@gmail.com.

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