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Charity Shops in Kent

Q: How many charity shops are there in Kent?

Kent has 256 charity shops spread across its towns. They include Pilgrims Hospices, British Heart Foundation, Oxfam GB, Cancer Research UK and Sue Ryder.

Q: What are the best charity shops in Kent?

Based on reviews, the top charity shops in Kent are The Peggy Wood Foundation (5.0/5), Emmaus Dover (5.0/5), The Children's Trust Shop (4.0/5).

Q: What time do charity shops open in Kent?

Mon–Sat 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Volunteer-run shops in smaller towns may keep shorter hours.

Q: What can I find in charity shops in Kent?

Charity shops in Kent usually have clothing, accessories, books, music — the mix differs from one town to the next.

Kent has 256 charity shops, a second-hand shopper's paradise. The region is home to charity shop chains such as Pilgrims Hospices (32), British Heart Foundation (19), Oxfam GB (19), Cancer Research UK (18) and Sue Ryder (14), alongside shops like South Kent Mind and Angels 4 Dogs Charity shop

Charity shops are spread all over Kent, with many located in popular towns and cities such as Maidstone, Margate, Rochester, Whitstable, Royal Tunbridge Wells and Folkestone. Read reviews and check hauls on the Ganddee app.

What do charity shops sell in Kent?

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

When are charity shops open in Kent?

Typical opening hours: Mon–Sat 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

Where to find the best charity shops?

Many of the best-rated charity shops are in popular towns like Folkestone, Rochester and Dover

Callie

The Peggy Wood Foundation

"My favourite charity shop in the whole world. It’s an independent charity shop raising money for Maidstone Hospital Breast Clinic - Peggy Wood. I’ve been coming to this charity shop since I was a baby, it was also my mums favourite charity shop. It’s not the best organised and it has a musty smell but I have found some amazing treasures over the year. Super cheap. Worth having a look!"

Zoodle Bounce

Emmaus Dover

"My favourite place EVER. I live for it. Books and dvds and cds are a bag for £5. Clothes are decent and furniture is cute as. Little cafe area as well and staff are wonderful. They also has a clear out sale thing once in a while where you can fill a bag if trinkets, books, clothes, toys etc. for a fixed price. I love it and cannot recommend it enough <3"

MaydayChris

The Children's Trust Shop

"Amazing store! Very friendly, patient but some of their prices are questionable, the stuff pictured I bought as it was £15 and under which is fair but they had football tops from a decade ago priced at £35/40! A bit of a stretch if you ask me but a 4/5 stars from me due to their friendliness and cleanliness of the store 🫡"

Charity Shops Near Me in Kent

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Charity shops listed: 256; From local boutiques to superstores
Superstores: 5; Large charity shop destinations
Shopper reviews: 139; From shoppers who have visited
Open Sundays: 124; of the shops listed

List of Charity Shops

256 charity shops in Kent — page 2 of 19.

4.0

British Red Cross

10A Burgate, Canterbury, CT1 2HG, United Kingdom

Today 9:30am–5:30pm

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

4.0

Heart of Kent Hospice shop

Upper Level, The Mall, Pad's Hl, Maidstone, ME15 6AT, United Kingdom

Today 9am–4pm

Sells Accessories · Clothing · Toys

4.0

Oxfam Shop

5 High Street, Deal, CT14 7AA, United Kingdom

Today 9:30am–4:30pm

Sells Books · Music

4.0

Store50 - Pilgrims Hospices

50 St Peter's Street, Canterbury, CT1 2BE, United Kingdom

Sells Accessories · Clothing · Vintage

4.0

Sue Ryder

32 Cheriton High Street, Folkestone, CT19 4ET, United Kingdom

Today 8:30am–4pm

Sells Accessories · Books · Clothing · Music

4.0

The Children's Trust Shop

5a St Peter's St, Canterbury, CT1 2AT, United Kingdom

Today 10am–5pm

Sells Accessories · Books · Clothing · Homeware · Music

4.0

The Salvation Army

26-28 Rendezvous Street, Folkestone, CT20 1EZ, United Kingdom

Today 9am–5pm

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

3.5

British Heart Foundation

82 Sandgate Road, Folkestone, CT20 2AA, United Kingdom

Today 9am–5pm

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

Facilities Wheelchair accessible

3.5

British Heart Foundation

7 High Street, Maidstone, ME14 1HJ, United Kingdom

Today 9am–5:30pm

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

Facilities Wheelchair accessible

3.5

Cancer Research UK

61 Burgate, Canterbury, CT1 2HJ, United Kingdom

Today 9am–5pm

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

Facilities Wheelchair accessible

3.5

Cancer Research UK

90 Sandgate Road, Folkestone, CT20 2BE, United Kingdom

Today 9am–5:30pm

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

Facilities Wheelchair accessible

3.5

Folkestone General shop - Pilgrims Hospices

49-51 Sandgate Road, Folkestone, CT20 1RX, United Kingdom

Today 9am–4:30pm

Sells Accessories · Electricals · Furniture · Homeware

Facilities Wheelchair accessible

3.5

South Kent Mind

46 Sandgate Rd, Folkestone, CT20 1DW, United Kingdom

Today 9:30am–4:30pm

Sells Accessories · Clothing · Misc

3.0

British Red Cross

176 Windmill Street, Gravesend, DA12 1AH, United Kingdom

Today 9am–5pm

Sells Accessories · British Red Cross · Clothing · Homeware · Music

Facilities Wheelchair accessible

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about charity shops in Kent

How many charity shops are there in Kent?

Kent has 256 charity shops spread across its towns. They include Pilgrims Hospices, British Heart Foundation, Oxfam GB, Cancer Research UK and Sue Ryder.

What are the best charity shops in Kent?

Based on reviews, the top charity shops in Kent are The Peggy Wood Foundation (5.0/5), Emmaus Dover (5.0/5), The Children's Trust Shop (4.0/5).

What time do charity shops open in Kent?

Mon–Sat 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Volunteer-run shops in smaller towns may keep shorter hours.

What can I find in charity shops in Kent?

Charity shops in Kent usually have clothing, accessories, books, music — the mix differs from one town to the next.

Which towns in Kent have the most charity shops?

Maidstone, Margate, Rochester, Whitstable, Royal Tunbridge Wells and Folkestone have the most. The map above shows every charity shop in Kent.