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Charity Shops in Kent

Q: How many charity shops are there in Kent?

Kent has 255 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 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.

This page helps you find charity shops and other second-hand shopping spots in Kent. Scroll down to discover shops near you and plan your next second-hand shopping trip.

Kent has 255 charity shops, a second-hand shopper's paradise. The region is home to charity shop chains such as Pilgrims Hospices, British Heart Foundation, Oxfam GB, Cancer Research UK and Sue Ryder, alongside shops like South Kent Mind and Cats in Crisis Thanet

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 Canterbury. 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.

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: 255; From local boutiques to superstores
Superstores: 5; Large charity shop destinations
Shopper reviews: 121; From shoppers who have visited
Budget-friendly: 37%; From shopper reviews

List of Charity Shops

255 charity shops in Kent — page 2 of 19.

Store50 - Pilgrims Hospices
4.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews

50 St Peter's Street, Canterbury, CT1 2BE, United Kingdom
- Open today · 10am–5pm
- Accessories
- Clothing
Sue Ryder
4.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews

32 Cheriton High Street, Folkestone, CT19 4ET, United Kingdom
- Open today · 8:30am–4pm
- Accessories
- Books
The Children's Trust Shop
4.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews

5a St Peter's St, Canterbury, CT1 2AT, United Kingdom
- Open today · 10am–5pm
- Accessories
- Books
The Salvation Army
4.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews

26-28 Rendezvous Street, Folkestone, CT20 1EZ, United Kingdom
- Open today · 9am–5pm
- Accessories
- Books
British Heart Foundation
3.5 out of 5 from 2 reviews

82 Sandgate Road, Folkestone, CT20 2AA, United Kingdom
- Open today · 9am–5pm
- Books
- British Heart Foundation
Cancer Research UK
3.5 out of 5 from 2 reviews

61 Burgate, Canterbury, CT1 2HJ, United Kingdom
- Open today · 9am–5pm
- Accessories
- Books
Cancer Research UK
3.5 out of 5 from 2 reviews

90 Sandgate Road, Folkestone, CT20 2BE, United Kingdom
- Open today · 9am–5:30pm
- Accessories
- Books
Folkestone General shop - Pilgrims Hospices
3.5 out of 5 from 2 reviews

49-51 Sandgate Road, Folkestone, CT20 1RX, United Kingdom
- Open today · 9am–4:30pm
- Accessories
- Electricals
Hospices of Hope
3.5 out of 5 from 2 reviews

166 High St, Rochester, ME1 1EX, United Kingdom
- Open today · 9:30am–4:30pm
- Accessories
- Books
South Kent Mind
3.5 out of 5 from 2 reviews

46 Sandgate Rd, Folkestone, CT20 1DW, United Kingdom
- Open today · 9:30am–4:30pm
- Accessories
- Clothing
British Red Cross
3.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews

176 Windmill Street, Gravesend, DA12 1AH, United Kingdom
- Open today · 9am–5pm
- Accessories
- British Red Cross
Mind
3.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews

65 High St, The Precinct, Rochester, ME1 1LX, United Kingdom
- Open today · 9am–5pm
- Accessories
- Clothing
Barnardo's
5.0 out of 5 from 1 review

Unit 1 Hermitage Walk, Maidstone, ME16 9NZ, United Kingdom
- Open today · 9am–5pm
- Accessories
- Books
Barnardo's
5.0 out of 5 from 1 review

76 Biggin Street, Dover, CT16 1BB, United Kingdom
- Open today · 9am–5pm
- Accessories
- Books

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about charity shops in Kent

How many charity shops are there in Kent?

Kent has 255 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 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 Canterbury have the most. The map above shows every charity shop in Kent.