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Charity Shops in Edinburgh

Edinburgh has 91 charity shops, offering plenty of options for second-hand shopping, including well-known organisations such as British Heart Foundation (12), Cancer Research UK (10), Shelter (7), Oxfam GB (6) and Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (6), alongside shops like Birthlink Thrift Shop and Goodies Charity

Shops are located across Edinburgh, including popular areas such as Morningside Road, Nicolson Street, Raeburn Place, Portobello High Street and Bruntsfield Place.

What do charity shops sell in Edinburgh?

Many charity shops sell donated clothing, accessories, books and homeware.

When are charity shops open in Edinburgh?

Typical opening hours: Mon–Sat 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Sun 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Where to find the best charity shops?

Many of the best-rated charity shops are in popular areas like Nicolson Street, Bruntsfield Place and Morningside Road

Frugal Frenchie

The Salvation Army

"Best charity shop in Edinburgh with the best windows!! Vintage section is my favourite and always find some hidden gems, but 50p book offer, kids clothes 10 for £1 and £1 sale section (I have found loads of stuff every week) definitely keeps our wardrobes full! Staff are great and always singing!! Definitely worth a visit ❤️❤️❤️"

Beebopbopbee

Birthlink Thrift Shop

"Quirky, old school thrift shop with curious collections of clothes and accessories. They also have a vinted page ! https://www.vinted.co.uk/member/153295303-birthlinkthriftshop Lots of Scottish pieces when I visted, tartan, kilts, knitwear, beanies, scarves."

frank

British Red Cross

"this BRC always has the best selection ever, lots of new Zara donated as well as lots of men’s and women’s formal and business wear. I even got an iPod here once 😅"

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Charity shops listed: 91; From local boutiques to superstores
Shopper reviews: 32; From shoppers who have visited
Open Sundays: 63; of the shops listed
Budget-friendly: 46%; From shopper reviews

List of Charity Shops

91 charity shops in Edinburgh — page 1 of 7.

5.0

The Salvation Army

36 Earl Grey Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9BN, United Kingdom

Today Closed

Sells Accessories · Books · Charity Shop Gift Card · Clothing · Homeware · Kids · Music

5.0

Birthlink Thrift Shop

6 Bruntsfield Pl, Edinburgh, EH10 4HN, United Kingdom

Today Closed

Sells Accessories · Clothing

Facilities Not wheelchair accessible

5.0

Cancer Research UK

Corstorphine Retail Park, 4, Gylemuir Rd, Edinburgh, EH12 7UF, United Kingdom

Today 10am–5pm

Sells Accessories · Boutique · Cancer Research · Clothing · Homeware · Music · Superstore · Vintage

Facilities Wheelchair accessible

5.0

Sense Scotland

Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre, Ocean Dr, Leith, Edinburgh, EH6 6JJ, United Kingdom

Today 10am–5pm

Sells Accessories · Clothing · Misc

5.0

Shelter

43 Home St, Edinburgh, EH3 9JP, United Kingdom

Today 11am–4pm

Sells Books · Music · Vintage

4.5

Marie Curie

340 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4QL, United Kingdom

Today 10am–4pm

Sells Accessories · Charity Shop Gift Card · Clothing · Kids · Toys

Facilities Wheelchair accessible

4.0

Oxfam Shop

210 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4QQ, United Kingdom

Today Closed

Sells Books · Music

5.0

British Heart Foundation

Unit 34 Westside Plaza Shopping Centre, Edinburgh, EH14 2SW, United Kingdom

Today Closed

Sells Books · British Heart Foundation · Clothing · Misc · Toys

Facilities Wheelchair accessible

5.0

British Red Cross

1 Croall Place Leith Walk, Edinburgh, EH7 4LT, United Kingdom

Today 9:30am–5:30pm

Sells Accessories · Books · British Red Cross · Clothing · Homeware · Men · Music · Women

Facilities Wheelchair accessible

5.0

Cancer Research UK

50 Home Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9NA, United Kingdom

Today 11am–5pm

Sells Accessories · Books · Cancer Research · Clothing · Homeware · Music

Facilities Not wheelchair accessible

5.0

Chest heart & stroke scotland

131 Bruntsfield Pl, Edinburgh, EH10 4EB, United Kingdom

Today 10am–5pm

Sells Accessories · Charity Shop Gift Card · Clothing · Homeware · Misc

Facilities Wheelchair accessible

5.0

Goodies Charity

6A Grange Road, Edinburgh, EH9 1UH, United Kingdom

Today 12pm–5pm

Sells Accessories · Clothing · Flowers · Furniture · Gardening · Homeware · Household · Toys

5.0

Lothian Cat Rescue

23 Easter Rd, Edinburgh, EH7 5PJ, United Kingdom

Today Closed

Sells Accessories · Books · Clothing · Homeware · Music

5.0

Oxfam Shop

64 Raeburn Place, Edinburgh, EH4 1HJ, United Kingdom

Today 1am–5pm

Sells Music

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about charity shops in Edinburgh

How many charity shops are there in Edinburgh?

Edinburgh has 91 charity shops listed on Ganddee. Chains here include British Heart Foundation, Cancer Research UK, Shelter, Oxfam GB and Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland.

What are the best charity shops in Edinburgh?

Based on reviews, the top charity shops in Edinburgh are The Salvation Army (5.0/5), Birthlink Thrift Shop (5.0/5), British Red Cross (5.0/5).

What time do charity shops open in Edinburgh?

Mon–Sat 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Sun 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM That's typical for Edinburgh, but volunteer-run shops can differ.

What can I find in charity shops in Edinburgh?

Charity shops in Edinburgh usually have clothing, accessories, books, homeware — no two visits are the same.

Which part of Edinburgh is best for charity shopping?

Morningside Road, Nicolson Street, Raeburn Place, Portobello High Street and Bruntsfield Place have the most shops within walking distance of each other. The map above shows exactly where each one is.