Charity Shop Near Me
The UK has over 11,200 charity shops. The most widespread chains are Oxfam (1,300+ shops), British Heart Foundation (700+ shops), British Red Cross (300+ shops), Cancer Research UK (600+ shops), and Barnardo's (600+ shops). Use the search below to find your nearest branch, or browse all chains.
For furniture collection, try the British Heart Foundation. For animal welfare shops, see RSPCA or PDSA.
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Oxfam
Over 1,300 shops raising money to end global poverty
British Heart Foundation
Over 750 shops funding life-saving heart and circulatory disease research
Cancer Research UK
Over 600 shops funding world-leading cancer research
Barnardo's
Over 700 shops supporting the UK's most vulnerable children and young people
Sue Ryder
Over 450 shops funding compassionate palliative and neurological care
Age UK
Over 400 shops helping older people live well and with dignity
Scope
Over 220 shops challenging disability inequality across the UK
Mind
Over 150 shops supporting better mental health for everyone
Salvation Army
Over 100 shops supporting people in poverty, homelessness, and hardship
Shelter
Over 100 shops fighting homelessness and bad housing in the UK
YMCA
Over 100 shops supporting young people and communities across England and Wales
Samaritans
Over 60 shops helping people feel less alone in difficult times
British Red Cross
Over 300 shops responding to crises in the UK and around the world
RSPCA
Over 170 shops supporting the world's oldest animal welfare charity
PDSA
Over 150 shops funding free veterinary care for the pets of people in need
Cats Protection
Over 100 shops supporting the UK's largest cat rehoming charity
Charity shop near me — common questions
What is the nearest charity shop to me?
The nearest charity shops depend on your location. In the UK, the most widely distributed chains are Oxfam (1,300+ shops), BHF (700+), British Red Cross (300+), Cancer Research UK (600+), and Barnardo's (600+). Use the postcode search above to find branches near you.
Which charity shops accept furniture near me?
The British Heart Foundation and the Salvation Army are the main chains that accept furniture. The BHF offers free home collection across much of the UK. Contact your nearest branch to confirm availability and book a collection.
Which charity shops collect from home near me?
The British Heart Foundation offers free home collection across much of the UK — especially for furniture and large donations. The Salvation Army also arranges collection in many areas. Most other chains ask donors to bring items to the shop.
Are charity shops open on Sundays near me?
Many charity shops open on Sundays (typically 10am–4pm), but not all branches do. City-centre shops are more likely to open. Check the chain's store finder or Google Maps listing for specific hours before travelling.
What are the biggest charity shop chains in the UK?
The largest chains by number of shops are: Oxfam (1,300+), Cancer Research UK (600+), Barnardo's (600+), BHF (700+), British Red Cross (300+), Age UK (400+), Sue Ryder (400+), Scope (220+), RSPCA (170+), PDSA (150+), Mind (150+), and Shelter (100+).
Which charity shop is best for clothes?
Cancer Research UK and Oxfam are consistently rated best for clothing quality. Shelter has specialist vintage shops. The neighbourhood matters too — shops in affluent areas receive higher-quality donations.
Do charity shops wash clothes before selling?
No. Shops inspect items but do not launder them. Always wash charity shop clothing before wearing it.
Can I haggle at a charity shop?
It's generally poor form. Prices are already very low and money goes to charity. If an item has an unreflected fault, you may mention it politely — but aggressive bargaining is not appropriate.