With 29 second-hand shops to choose from across the region, Essex has a growing reputation for pre-loved shopping, mixing high street charity shops with boutique vintage.
You'll find pre-loved shops in towns and cities like Grays, Southend-on-Sea, Colchester, Harlow, Braintree and Chelmsford — check opening hours before visiting, as independent shops vary.
When are second-hand shops open in Essex?
Typical opening hours: Mon–Sat 9:15 AM – 5:30 PM, Sun 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Where to find the best second-hand shops?
Many of the best-rated second-hand shops are in popular towns like Grays
"Proper 'old school' charity shop, loads to choose from but you have to have a good rummage. Very cheap prices and even cheaper if youre buying loads. Sales on frequently on clothes by the bag. Really nice staff, the lady that runs it is amazing"
"I really enjoy it, sometimes I find some items sometimes I leave empty handed but that’s just how it is, it’s always a surprise and definitely one I get excited about going to"
Unit 8, Carlton Court, Short St, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 5BZ, United Kingdom
Today 11am–4pm
Sells Accessories · Clothing · Vintage
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