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All the latest news from the CRA and from the wider sector, plus upcoming events.
May 29, 2025
We were lucky enough to be invited to this stunning event hosted by Lloyd's Bank, in partnership with University of the Arts London, and raising vital funds for Sue Ryder.
May 28, 2025
We can now reveal the full exhibition plan for the Charity Retail Conference, 25-26 June in Harrogate. Packed with your favourite suppliers and lots of new faces.
May 27, 2025
With huge thanks to our wonderful judges for the time and consideration they have given to this year's awards - the results are now in ...
May 27, 2025
Demelza’s Rochester shop has teamed up with MidKent College students on a unique upcycling project for donated denim clothing.
May 23, 2025
For many companies, property is the second highest cost to their business after staffing costs. However, thanks to the generosity of shop volunteers, property can be the single largest cost to a charity’s retail operations. It is also a complex element of the business with plenty of opportunities for financial surprises.
May 18, 2025
Putting Scottish-based TRUST certified textile traders in touch with TRUST charity signatories who have shops in Scotland.
May 15, 2025
A fashion exhibition has gone on display in Dougie Mac’s charity shops, following an exciting collaboration between University of Staffordshire and the local hospice.
May 12, 2025
Save the date of Saturday 18 October 2025 and get ready for World Op Shop Day, incorporating good cause shops in all their forms, charity shops, thrift stores and more.
May 8, 2025
“My favourite part of working with second-hand materials is giving them a whole new chapter.” Meet Steph, founder of Ambridge Studio