Place rating: 5 Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
I love a good hunt through the British Heart Foundation charity shop! In this particular branch I have bagged quite a few goodies over the years including a gorgeous prom dress which originally would have cost £100+… and I paid the pricely sum of £5 for it! The staff is made up mainly of volunteers who are always very pleasant and helpful. That was my best buy but there have been others including Next jumpers, Topshop bags and belts, and other designer accessories. Not only is it good to know that you are getting a bargain but you also get that warm fuzzy feeling of knowing that your money is supporting a great, worthwhile cause.
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Place rating: 5 Chester-le-Street, United Kingdom
A recently re fit store with dedicated volunter staff, many actual bargains to be had in these credit crunching times In Blandford street this one of many charity shops