Charity shops

[natbeuk]

I've got 2 big bin bags stuffed full of clothes, shoes, etc, which I'm getting rid of. Some of it might be rubbish but a lot of it is definitely in good condition and re-sellable. Can anyone recommend a local charity shop who would be likely to want to take this? I know not all shops take any old donations, especially in large quantities which might take some sorting through.

[DanW]

I'm sure St Christopher's Hospice would be interested. They have several charity shops, one of which is next to Kirkdale Bookshop.

[natbeuk]

Thanks Dan, I'll give them a try.

[mummycat]

ALDlife are the only ones I know in Sydenham who are grateful for electrical goods.

St. Christophers' Hospice can collect if you ring them, they'll arrange a date and morning/afternoon. I've just cleared half a room this morning!

[natbeuk]

None of mine is electrical, it's all very girly stuff like clothes, shoes, handbags...

Sounds like St Christophers are definitely the people for me to try. Cheers mummycat

[sophie]

I go to Cancer Research and St Christopher's Hospice shop most often with my stuff but have also been to the one next to the Mercedes garage place but I forget the name off hand. Is the Aldlife one an official charity?

[sophie]

Just looked up Aldlife and hadn't heard of it before. Will make a point of taking some stuff there as well now.

[floom]

Yes, don't just heave all your old stuff into the dustbin. Whatever is sellable, give it to a charity shop.

Not only will you be helping a good cause, but you'll also be recycling.