The Red Cross shop is only one of 9 charity shops in the town but this one is the best! You can…read morefind good quality clothing, household goods, books and bric-a-brac at a fair price. And in very pleasant surroundings too. And if you'd like to help us keep the shop that way you could always become a volunteer!

This is THE best charity shop in Gloucester!! and to my knowledge, it's the only one that gives…read morestudent discount with a valid NUS card!! It's on two floors, and has a massive sale section too. There is a big retro section upstairs, which has all sorts of things for fancy dress, or just for nostalgia!! This is a great place for anyone on a budget - they have all manner of clothes, including coats and shoes - particularly good if you're going out for a night out and don't want to spend too much on a nice outfit!! Books, Cd's, DVD's, computer games.everything you need for mucho cheapo prices - and you can be happy that everything you spend in the shop is going to help the charity, and not padding some fat cats wage packet!! The changing rooms are a bit dodgy, and I have never been brave enough to try something on in here - but I have seen people use the changing rooms without incident..!! Not a very accessible shop if you have a wheelchair or pushchair though.

Great place to get your bargains Clean no musty smell ..Staff very friendly will and try and find…read moreyou any item you request(size 16 short black trousers, glasses cases agatha christie books.etc.) by looking through stock yet to be put out. Or will keep hold stuff back for you if you are a regular. Often have some great bric a brac Got 2 dinner sets here for under a fiver. You can also return things (with receipt) if they do not fit which is a bonusLarge changing room(not curtain job) Prices cheaper than the sue ryder which is a few doors away.

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Adorable little money-pit of a shop. Contains many, many things you didn't know you needed, but as…read moresoon as you see them, you do. Lots of cards - classy, modern, funny or all three together, including really nice children's age cards. Unusual gifts for all ages. Cath Kidston stuff downstairs, along with cookery books and other mesmerising lovely things.

This is one of those shops that's definitely worth a look around at least once a year. It's packed…read morefull of cool and quirky stuff and you're bound to find something for yourself or someone else in there. The prices are higher than competing shops but that probably reflects its boutique nature.

Great discount clothing for men, women and kids - fab ranges and some lovely homewares too…read more It takes a little while to navigate around the shop, but it is well worth the effort. You need to be a member to shop here, but you can pick up a membership card - for free - and then shop straight away. Parking can be difficult sometimes and if you go at busy times, expect to queue for 10 minutes.

A great shop for discount priced clothing and homeware. You do need to be a member (free) but it is…read moreeasy to apply and you can do it when you get to the store. The store itself can be a bit of a maze at first but the clothes are all well laid out and usually kept tidy so you don't have to fight your way through hangers etc. The clothes are lovely and have plenty of range and sizes, the homeware dept have a great variety with some unusual items that you wouldn't normally see in other shops. When the shop gets busy it can take time to get through the queue but it is worth the wait with the money you have saved in the shop - well worth a visit.

This is a nice enough shop, selling a range of maternity and baby products. The decor is nice and…read morethe staff are very friendly so it's a lovely place to go for a browse. The only things that put me off buying things there are the price - you can usually find the same products for less money online - and the fact that the shop is small, and the range of produce is fairly limited. That said, it is a nice change from the other baby shops in town and it's great to get the chance to see products from the catalogue 'in the flesh' before buying.

The Stour Gallery is a small and slightly quirky gallery in the centre of Shipston. Its well laid…read moreout with the exhibits shown off to their best effect. There's a good mix of mediums in the pictures and some mighty nice porcelain and pottery. It is on two floors, however, so if you have limited mobility, expect to see only half the displayed items. Friendly and welcoming, its well worth a browse if you are looking for a gift or something personal for yourself.

Evening/formal and cocktail dresses galore. Also sell accessories. SOme beautiful items with fairly…read morereasonable price tags. ALso have some mens formal attire.