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🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'I visited my local charity shop and got lucky when spotting £13 item on shelf'

A person shares their exciting find of a valuable item purchased for just £13 at a local charity shop.

Mar 23 • 07:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Vinted seller 'hits the vintage jackpot' in incredible charity shop haul

Lucy Pollard, a Vinted seller, shares her incredible vintage finds from a charity shop visit on TikTok, expressing her excitement over a stunning coat she discovered.

Mar 22 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Woman buys £3.95 charity shop mystery bag and contents inside leave her floored

A woman's purchase of a £3.95 mystery bag at a charity shop yielded contents that surprised her due to their high value.

Mar 21 • 05:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I've spent two decades working at a charity shop and hate when people donate these items'

A charity shop worker shares frustrations about unacceptable donations, emphasizing items that should not be given to charity.

Mar 19 • 11:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Man buys £5 charity shop watch is speechless after discovering real value

A man bought a designer watch for £5 at a charity shop and was shocked to learn its true value of around £160.

Mar 19 • 05:08 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Woman buys £10 charity shop bag only to discover it's worth small fortune

A woman from Manchester found a designer handbag worth £300 at a charity shop for just £10 and shared her story on social media.

Mar 18 • 12:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Charity shop volunteer urges people to stop donating 'absolutely ridiculous' item

A charity shop volunteer in the UK has condemned the donation of a particular common household item, urging people to dispose of it as trash instead.

Mar 17 • 12:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Woman leaves 'dream' Ralph Lauren jacket in charity shop, then something amazing happens

A woman who found a dream Ralph Lauren jacket in a charity shop was devastated to leave it behind due to its price, but later experienced an unexpected and delightful turn of events.

Mar 16 • 09:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Items found in Vinted jacket pockets provide fascinating look back to 2004

A woman discovered vintage items from 2004 hidden in the pockets of a jacket she bought from a charity shop and shared her finds on TikTok.

Mar 16 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I've been charity shop worker for 8 months and 4 things really wind me up'

A charity shop worker discusses their experiences and frustrations from eight months on the job, highlighting specific issues that bother them.

Mar 14 • 05:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I went to charity shop and found £300 item – never skip one section'

A woman found two collectible Monster High dolls worth hundreds in a charity shop for only £4 each.

Mar 12 • 05:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Charity shop 'pro' shares how she spots best bargains - and it's not by luck

Ella Mollie, an experienced charity shop shopper, shares insider tips on how to find the best bargains beyond just luck.

Mar 11 • 15:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I work in charity shop and there's 1 big reason customers always come back'

A charity shop worker reveals that the supportive environment among staff is a key factor for repeat customers.

Mar 11 • 06:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I always thought my charity shop was good value but then I stepped inside'

A reseller of gaming items is frustrated by increasing prices in charity shops in Ashbourne, Derbyshire, realizing that items are often marked up higher than their resale value.

Mar 11 • 05:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

Charity shop received an exciting donation

Two teenagers left a backpack containing cannabis and cash at the door of a charity organization in New Zealand, which led to police involvement.

Mar 10 • 10:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Charity shop manager shares reason your donations quickly get thrown in bin

A charity shop manager discusses common reasons why donated items often end up in the trash instead of being sold in stores.

Mar 10 • 10:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
Crime & Justice

Bag containing cannabis and cash left in donation area at charity shop

A bag containing cannabis and a significant amount of cash was discovered by a volunteer at a charity shop in New Zealand, leading to the arrest of two teenagers.

Mar 9 • 11:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK's most popular charity shop has 12 items it will never accept as donations

The British Heart Foundation outlines 12 specific items it does not accept for donation in its charity shops across the UK.

Mar 5 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I'm a personal stylist - follow these three rules for buying charity shop clothes'

Personal stylist Catherine Grout offers essential tips for buying quality secondhand clothes in charity shops amid the recent closure of 88 Cancer Research UK stores.

Mar 5 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Charity shop lover says key issue 'puts her off' buying second-hand items

A charity shop enthusiast expresses concerns about a growing issue that discourages her and others from purchasing second-hand items.

Mar 4 • 10:47 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The target of the alleged arson in Helsinki was an association supporting Ukraine

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with an alleged arson that destroyed a bicycle shop in Helsinki, which was linked to a charity supporting Ukraine.

Mar 3 • 13:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Woman finds £2.50 Guess bag in charity shop and is floored by its actual value

A UK shopper discovers a designer Guess bag priced at just £2.50 in a charity shop, realizing its true retail value is significantly higher.

Mar 3 • 13:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Woman buys handbag from charity shop is speechless after looking inside day after

A woman discovers $70 inside a handbag she purchased from a charity shop and is uncertain about whether to return the money.

Mar 3 • 05:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I found £4 Louis Vuitton bag in charity shop and its true value is staggering

A woman shared her excitement after finding a Louis Vuitton handbag for just £4 in a charity shop, later discovering its true value was significantly higher.

Mar 2 • 14:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Man picks up £1 charity shop book and is gobsmacked when he looks inside

A man discovers a surprising find in a charity shop book he purchased for just £1.

Feb 28 • 05:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I'm a professional charity shopper and found the best thrift store in the UK'

A professional thrift shopper praised a St. Richard's Hospice charity shop in Broadway for its impressive collection of designer items.

Feb 26 • 14:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

I bought an £8.50 charity shop item and I can't believe it's designer

A bargain-hunting mom scored a designer piece at a charity shop for just £8.50, showcasing the thrill of thrift shopping.

Feb 25 • 14:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Retro gaming fan bags 'greatest ever find' at charity shop for just £20

A retro gaming enthusiast finds a remarkable set of gaming items at a charity shop for only £20, calling it his 'greatest ever find.'

Feb 25 • 10:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'I visited charity shop but walked out almost immediately after discovery'

A shopper in Truro, Chelsey Bowen, left a charity shop in disappointment after discovering high prices for second-hand items, questioning the affordability of thrift stores today.

Feb 24 • 06:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Charity shop worker shares how to bag 'best deals' when thrift shopping

A charity shop worker named Stacey shares tips on how to effectively find the best deals while thrift shopping.

Feb 23 • 10:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I scored £22 item from charity shop but actual price tag left me speechless'

A man bought an espresso machine at a charity shop for £22 and later discovered its online retail price was £350.

Feb 22 • 10:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Five people rushed to hospital after gas explosion at Cheshire farm charity event

Five people were hospitalized after a gas explosion during a charity event at a farm shop in Cheshire, UK.

Feb 21 • 23:56 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Charity shop fan shares 'greatest ever find' as they discover £190 item for wild price

A charity shop enthusiast shares his excitement over discovering a high-value item at a significantly reduced price during a shopping haul.

Feb 21 • 09:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'I bought £15 bag from charity shop and can't sleep after learning true value'

A woman discovered a designer bag worth approximately £695 for just £15 at a charity shop, causing excitement among herself and others online.

Feb 21 • 04:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Charity shop manager shares grim reality of donations received from strangers

A charity shop manager reveals the unpleasant reality of some donations she has received from the public.

Feb 19 • 09:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'I found £3 Louis Vuitton bag in charity shop and 1 thing means it's genuine'

A shopper discovered what she believes to be an authentic Louis Vuitton bag at a charity shop for just £3.

Feb 18 • 13:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I'm a charity shop addict and there's reason they're losing so much money'

A charity shop enthusiast shares insights on why some charity shops are failing financially due to customer service issues and rising prices.

Feb 17 • 09:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Mum buys charity shop item for £11 is left 'shaking' after realizing true value

A mother is ecstatic after finding a KitchenAid mixer at a charity shop for just £11, realizing its true value left her in disbelief.

Feb 17 • 06:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I found £6 coat in a charity shop and was floored by its true value'

A woman from Manchester discovered a designer coat at a charity shop for just £6, which went viral on social media.

Feb 16 • 13:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Bargain hunter spots vintage item at charity shop for £8 then realises actual value

A shopper discovered a valuable vintage typewriter for just £8 at a charity shop, realizing its worth after purchasing.

Feb 15 • 15:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Charity shop donation 'rules' as some items 'won't be accepted'

Charity shops have specific rules regarding donations, and not all items are accepted, which can lead to wasted donations.

Feb 15 • 05:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

A woman bought old earrings for 500 rupees, and their actual value turned out to be so much...

A woman in India purchased a pair of designer Yves Saint Laurent earrings for just 500 rupees at a charity shop, unaware of their high value.

Feb 11 • 13:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Woman bought earrings for £3.75 at charity shop then looked up what they're worth

A woman bought designer Yves Saint Laurent earrings for £3.75 at a charity shop, later discovering their true worth in the hundreds.

Feb 11 • 07:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Charity shop lover says people are 'put off' buying second-hand items for same reason

A charity shop enthusiast believes that a significant factor is deterring people from purchasing second-hand items.

Feb 8 • 09:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Woman makes jaw-dropping discovery in 50p charity shop purse

Sharon Owen found a sentimental item inside a purse she bought for 50p at a charity shop and is now seeking the original owner.

Feb 4 • 19:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Woman finds £10 heels in charity shop and declares them 'find of the century'

A woman was astonished to discover a pair of heels worth much more after buying them for £10 at a charity shop, calling it the 'find of the century'.

Feb 4 • 14:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Woman visits charity shop and 'wins lottery' after finding unlikely item

A woman named Brogan from Wiltshire expressed her excitement after discovering a remarkable item at a charity shop, likening her find to winning the lottery.

Feb 4 • 08:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I bought £8.50 top from charity shop before discovering staggering true value

A woman discovered that a top she purchased for £8.50 at a charity shop had a much higher designer value than expected.

Feb 3 • 11:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I visited a charity shop and understand why people won't buy second-hand clothes

A woman reflects on her experience at a charity shop and suggests that there may be underlying reasons why consumers are hesitant to buy second-hand clothing.

Feb 3 • 09:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Couple find £900 designer boots in charity shop and couldn't believe price tag

A couple was astonished to discover a pair of £900 designer boots priced exceptionally low at their local charity shop.

Feb 3 • 04:18 UTC

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