British Heart Foundation

A bright, well laid out shop from the BHF franchise of Charity Shops, this store sits along the main Werstway precint throughfare.
Double-​fronted with good window displays it manages to avoid inside that ‘musty’ smell that often characterises second-​hand shops, and has a fresh modern interior.
There are quite a few bargains to be had — the store sells clothes for all ages, shoes, ladies and gents accessories, books, toys and bric-​à-​brac.
However, clothes prices ain’t as cheap as they used to be and the money-​saver in me can’t help thinking from time to time that an item could be had for cheaper on ebay. Although in fairness I think this of all charity shops nowadays!
One range that is different to many is the brand new items they sell — both small designer bric-​à-​brac items, and ladies fashion jewellery. The jewellery is rather nice, although a bit pricey for my taste.
I have often found that the best bargains are to be had in the second-​hand books — and if you return them for re-​sale once you’ve read them, you can feel doubly virtuous!