Top 7 must-visit Demelza charity shops
23rd March 2022
With almost 30 Demelza charity shops to choose from, we wouldn’t blame you if you weren’t sure where to start.
So, to make things easier, we’ve put together a handy guide to our top specialist shops. Whether you’re looking for designer clothes, furniture or children’s toys, we’re here to help you find those thrifty gifts! And once you start, you won’t want to stop. Luckily for you we have shops across Kent, East Sussex and South East London ready for you to explore.
Maidstone Shopping Outlet
Just a stone’s throw away from Maidstone’s town centre, our outlet store has a huge range of items available; clothing, homeware, children’s clothes and toys, as well as a book corner - you’d be hard pushed to leave empty handed!
The outlet also offers a lot of larger furniture items, and offers a free furniture collection for anyone looking to donate bulkier items.
You can find more information about our Maidstone Shopping Outlet below.
Petts Wood charity shop
If you’re a nervous driver, or simply hate those tricky parking spots, then Petts Wood needs to become your go-to charity shop! Not only does Petts Wood offer high quality, pre-loved items, but it also has easy nearby parking, or rear access to the shop for a quick drop-and-dash.
You can find more information about our Petts Wood charity shop below.
Eastbourne charity shop
Situated along the stunning Sussex coastline, our Eastbourne charity shop offers high quality clothing, accessories and homeware. Similar to our Maidstone Shopping Outlet, Eastbourne also has an outlet department with £1, £2 and £3 price points; perfect for those on a budget, or keen bargain hunters!
You can find more information about our Eastbourne charity shop below.
Rochester charity shop
Situated on Rochester’s buzzing high street, this Demelza shop offers boutique items and high-end fashion. Whether you’re searching for affordable designer clothes or accessories, or a vintage book or collectables, this shop is hosts a hoard of hidden treasures. It also stocks items from Demelza’s New Goods range – perfect for gifts or to treat yourself!
You can find more information about our Rochester charity shop below.
Hailsham charity shop
Demelza’s Hailsham shop has a lovely range of affordable, pre-loved clothing and accessories. The Hailsham shop staff are also incredibly proud to say that the shop is also well known for its amazing curated window displays! The displays reflect big events, awareness days, or seasons throughout the year, and draw attention within the local community for all the right reasons. Even if you’re not in the mood to shop, Hailsham is worth a visit just to enjoy the window display and the rest of the scenic town.
You can find more information about our Hailsham charity shop below.
Canterbury charity shop
Just off of the main high street in Canterbury, our two-storey shop is a hidden gem for seasonal items, homeware and a children’s section. Head to the lower level of the shop and you’ll find a modern menswear section, along with a range of media, music and books! Looking to shop for the whole family in one place? Then this is the shop for you.
You can find more information about our Canterbury charity shop below.
Hythe Books & Media charity shop
Specialising in books, music and films, this shop is not to be missed on the quaint and picturesque high street of Hythe. It’s jam-packed with books and includes a specialist section of vinyl records, collectables, and memorabilia. (Pssst - a bit further down the high street you can also visit the other Demelza Hythe Charity Shop!)
You can find more information about our Hythe Books & Media charity shop below.
Still undecided on where to start thrifting?
You can browse our full list of charity shops, take your pick, and find opening times and further details below.