A war relic has been transformed into a ‘beacon of hope’ helping to raise money for a King’s Lynn-based charity.

A bomb tail unit has been installed in the garden of The Bridge For Heroes as a unique collection box for donations to support the local armed forces community by proving hot lunches and combatting isolation.

A spokesperson for the charity said “an object once associated with conflict has been transformed into a powerful symbol of compassion, connection and hope”.

The unit from a 1,000lb bomb has been thoughtfully repurposed and adapted into a one-of-a-kind collection box by Jacob Valentine at The Grain Company Ltd.

“A special thanks to Jacob Valentine for generously contributing his time, effort, and covering all expenses for this project. The bomb has been reimagined as a vessel for kindness, proving that even the heaviest symbols of the past can be reshaped to serve a better future,” the spokesperson added.

This striking collection box has been generously donated and installed in the garden outside the charity’s 52A South Clough Lane base.

“It now serves a very simple but vital purpose – to help raise funds for our monthly Sunday lunches for members of the armed forces community who are alone.

“Loneliness and isolation remain real and often hidden challenges for many within the armed forces family – veterans, serving personnel and those transitioning back into civilian life. Our Sunday lunches offer more than just a hot meal, they provide a welcoming space for conversation, friendship and a sense of belonging,” the spokesperson said.

“Our goal is to raise £500 in six months through this collection. Every pound donated will go directly towards funding these monthly lunches – covering food, preparation and the warm, supportive environment that makes them so special. A single contribution can help turn an empty chair into a shared table, and a quiet Sunday into one filled with laughter and connection.

“The symbolism of this collection box could not be more fitting. An object once designed for destruction is now helping to rebuild lives, strengthen community bonds, and combat loneliness – one meal at a time,” the spokesperson added.

Passersby are invited to stop, reflect and give what they can. Whether it’s spare change or a larger donation, every contribution helps.

“Please help us to provide a meal, a moment of connection, and a reminder that no one in our armed forces community has to face loneliness alone,” the spokesperson said.