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Leamington Spa Charity Shops - Donate and Reuse Locally

In this guide, you’ll find a full list of Leamington Spa’s charity shops, what they accept, and how to donate. It’s a helpful resource for anyone looking to reduce waste, support good causes, and make space at home.

If you’re unsure whether a charity shop will take certain items—or you’re looking for an easier way to donate or recycle—we’ve got you covered further down the page.

Photo of a clothing rack at a local charity shop.

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Tip Savers: An Alternative to Traditional Charity Shops

At Tip Savers, we collect from your home and pay cash for unwanted items in Leamington Spa and the surrounding areas. We also offer the option to donate your payment to a charity of your choice, giving you the flexibility to declutter while supporting causes that matter to you.

Get Paid or Donate the Value of Your Items

Unlike most charity shops, Tip Savers offers you cash for the items you no longer need. Prefer to give back? No problem—you can choose for us to donate the monetary value of your items to a charity of your choice. It’s a flexible, feel-good solution that supports both you and causes you care about.

We Refurbish What Others Can’t

Unlike traditional charity shops with limited repair capabilities, Tip Savers specialises in giving unwanted items a second life through repair, refurbishment, repurposing, or recycling. We accept items others often turn away: furniture needing TLC, non-working electronics, lighting requiring rewiring, and more. Our goal is to keep items out of landfill while still benefiting your chosen charity or someone in need.

What We Collect

Charity shops are fantastic, but they often have strict donation policies. Tip Savers accepts a wider variety of items, including those most charity shops can’t take:

  • Electronics – Working or non-working, we repair or responsibly strip them for parts.
  • Lighting including desk lamps, wall lights and ceiling lights.
  • Furniture depending on size
  • Most household items with reuse potential
Ready to declutter? Contact us today!

List of Charity Shops in Leamington Spa

Charity Shop Address Items Accepted
Myton Hospice 104 Warwick Street, CV32 4QP Clothing, accessories, bric-a-brac, toys, books
Myton Hospice 30 Bedford Street, CV32 5DY Clothing, accessories, bric-a-brac, toys, books
Cancer Research UK 26 Bedford Street, CV32 5DY Clothes, shoes, books, DVDs, accessories
Oxfam 57 Warwick Street, CV32 5JR Clothes, accessories, toys, books, games
Oxfam Bookshop 51 Regent Street, CV32 5EE Books, DVDs, music
Scope 90 Warwick Street, CV32 4QG Clothing, small electrical items, bric-a-brac
Salvation Army 136 Parade, CV32 4AG Clothing, accessories, books, some small furniture
Sue Ryder 52-54 Regent Street, CV32 5EG Furniture, clothing, books, bric-a-brac, household goods
Age UK 8 Clemens Street, CV31 2DLZ Clothes, books, homeware, accessories, small electronics
Age UK (tip shop) Princes Drive Recycling Centre, Princes Dr, CV31 3PH Clothes, books, homeware, accessories, small electronics
Cats Protection 146 Parade, Leamington Spa CV32 4AG Clothes, books, toys, accessories, cat-related items

Charity Shop Donation Guidelines

Before you bag up your donations, it’s important to know what local charity shops are able to accept. Most shops welcome a wide range of second-hand goods, but there are some restrictions due to space, condition, or safety regulations.

Commonly Accepted Items:

  • Clothing & Footwear: Clean, wearable clothes, shoes, bags, belts, and accessories
  • Books & Media: Fiction, non-fiction, children’s books, DVDs, CDs, vinyl records
  • Homeware: Ornaments, crockery, kitchen tools, mirrors, clocks, and decorations
  • Toys & Games: Complete board games, puzzles, and soft toys with labels
  • Small Electricals: Kettles, toasters, lamps, radios (some shops only)

🚫 Items Often Not Accepted:

  • Damaged or broken items: Electronic items that no longer work as intended
  • Large furniture: Some shops lack space or cannot handle bulk donations
  • Used mattresses and bedding: Unless brand new and sealed
  • Gas appliances or dangerous items: Like gas cookers or heaters
  • CRT TVs and old electronics: Many shops no longer accept these

If you’re unsure whether an item is suitable, it’s always best to call ahead. Alternatively, contact Tip Savers—we collect a wider range of items, including those charity shops typically can’t take.

Best Charity Shop to Donate Clothes in Leamington Spa

Most charity shops in Leamington Spa gladly accept clothing donations, but some focus on clothing more than others.

Our Top Pick: Myton Hospice Charity Shop

Located on Bedford Street, Myton Hospice’s charity shop has a large, well-organised clothing section and is known for quality second-hand clothes. Proceeds support local hospice care, making your clothing donations doubly impactful.

Other great options:

British Red Cross: Wide variety of fashion, shoes, and accessories.
Oxfam: Focuses on ethical reselling and often has a vintage selection.
Cancer Research UK: Always in need of clothes and runs regular sales.