London Connection1British Red Cross
- Address
- 69-71 Old Church Street, London, SW3 5BS
- Phone
- +44 20 7376 7300
- Website
- redcross.org.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon-Sat 10:00-18:00 · Sun 12:00-17:00
Best Charity Shops in Kensington and Chelsea, London
Charity and second-hand shops in Kensington and Chelsea sell clothes, books, furniture and homeware, raising money for good causes. Below you will find our selection of 10 charity shops in Kensington and Chelsea, with address, phone number, website and opening hours for each one, followed by practical advice on choosing the right charity shop, typical prices and answers to common questions.
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10 Charity Shops in Kensington and Chelsea
2Fara Charity
- Address
- 10 Elgin Crescent, London, W11 2HX
- Phone
- +44 20 7243 6381
- Website
- faracharity.org
- Opening hours
- Mon-Sun 10:00-18:00
3Mary's Living & Giving Shop
- Address
- 7 Elgin Crescent, London, W11 2JA
- Phone
- +44 20 7221 0591
- Website
- savethechildren.org.uk
- Opening hours
- Tue-Sat 10:00-18:00
4Vision Foundation
- Address
- 235 Portobello Road, London, W11 1LT
- Phone
- +44 20 8145 9214
- Website
- visionfoundation.org.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon-Sat 11:00-18:00 · Sun 11:00-17:00
5Cancer Research UK
- Address
- 183 Portobello Road, London
- Phone
- +44 20 7243 1413
- Website
- cancerresearchuk.org
- Opening hours
- Mon-Sat 10:00-18:30 · Sun 12:00-18:00
6Fara
- Address
- 26 Gloucester Road, London
- Phone
- +44 20 7581 8219
- Website
- faracharityshops.org
- Opening hours
- Mon-Sun,Bank holidays 10:00-18:00
7Octavia Foundation
- Address
- 287 Fulham Road, London
- Phone
- +44 20 7352 9923
- Website
- octaviafoundation.org.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon-Sat 10:00-18:00 · Sun 11:00-17:00
8Trinity Hospice
- Address
- 31-33 Kensington Church Street, London, W8 4LL
- Phone
- +44 20 7376 1098
- Website
- royaltrinityhospice.london
9Oxfam
- Address
- 245 Westbourne Grove, London, W11 2SE
- Phone
- +44 20 7229 5000
- Website
- oxfam.org.uk
10Mary's Living & Giving Shop for Save the Children
- Address
- 177 Westbourne Grove, London
- Phone
- +44 20 7727 6166
- Website
- savethechildren.org.uk
How to choose a charity shop in Kensington and Chelsea
- Donate items in good condition.
- Visit regularly.
- Ask about Gift Aid.
- Some shops collect furniture.
Checks and regulation: Charity shops are run by registered charities.
How much does a charity shop cost in Kensington and Chelsea?
Items are usually priced from £1. Prices vary by area, time of day and the complexity of the job or service, so always ask for a written quote or check the latest price list before you book.
Charity Shops across Kensington and Chelsea
Kensington and Chelsea covers neighbourhoods such as South Kensington, Chelsea, Notting Hill, Earl's Court, Knightsbridge, Holland Park, North Kensington, Kensington High Street (postcodes SW1X, SW3, SW5, SW7, SW10, W8, W10, W11, W14). The charity shops listed on this page are located in or around SW3, W11, W8. Getting around is easy thanks to the Circle, District, Piccadilly, Central and Hammersmith & City lines, plus the Overground at Kensington Olympia. If you live close to the borough boundary, it is worth comparing options in neighbouring boroughs too.
Charity Shops in nearby boroughs
- Charity Shops in Brent
- Charity Shops in Hammersmith and Fulham
- Charity Shops in Wandsworth
- Charity Shops in Westminster
Frequently asked questions
Can I donate furniture in Kensington and Chelsea?
Some charity shops and furniture reuse charities offer free collection of good-condition furniture with fire labels.
What is Gift Aid?
If you are a UK taxpayer, Gift Aid lets the charity claim an extra 25p for every £1 raised from your donated goods.
Do charity shops accept electricals?
Some do, as long as items can be safety tested; call ahead.
Listings are compiled from public business information and OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL). Details can change, so please confirm opening hours and prices with the business before visiting. Businesses can request corrections via our contact page. Last reviewed: September 2026.