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New HMRC retail gift aid guidance

November 19, 2025

It is all change for end-of-year gift aid letters as HMRC issues new guidance.

Chadderton charity shop transformed with festive window makeover

November 14, 2025

While elaborate window displays are often reserved for major brands, preloved book retailer World of Books is changing that and helping prove that charity shops can bring just as much flair and excitement to the local high street this Christmas.

Crisis launches Dropshop: A revamp of their Hammersmith Outlet Store in partnership with Dalziel & Pow

November 14, 2025

Crisis, the UK charity dedicated to ending homelessness, lands a bold new outlet concept in Hammersmith in collaboration with global strategy and design studio Dalziel & Pow.

Shelter Boutique returns to Somerset House for the festive season

November 14, 2025

Shelter Boutique brought to you by HSBC UK, is back at Somerset House this year with its festive pop-up appearing alongside the ice skating rink, bar, and exhibition space.

Weldmar Hospicecare gets a helping hand from Santa in a bid to get more charity shop custom this Christmas

November 14, 2025

It’s almost time for the major retailers and supermarkets to unveil their epic Christmas adverts. Not to be outdone, the team at Weldmar Hospicecare has been busy working on their own campaign to boost sales at their chain of 23 local charity shops, outlets, and superstores.

World-class! A landmark moment as Acorns new Chair of Trustees announced

November 14, 2025

It was a landmark moment at Birmingham’s most iconic store when a high-profile appointment at Acorns Children’s Hospice was officially announced – with a spectacular bang.

Where can I get the best price for my best sellers? Introducing the Seller Power Index…

November 10, 2025

Guest blog by Minimist

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland opens its first bookshop in Trongate

November 7, 2025

Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland has opened its doors to its newest shop in Glasgow’s Trongate.

CRA's new Charity Retail Conference venue: How ICC Wales aligns with our sustainability goals

November 6, 2025

Our flagship event - the annual conference, exhibition and awards dinner - is moving venues to ICC Wales in Newport. We’re there on Tuesday 23 – Wednesday 24 June 2026.