Blythe House Hospice’s New Mills charity shop has been shortlisted for the UK’s Favourite Charity Shop Awards for the East Midlands. The winner will now be decided by a public vote.
The Awards, run by the Charity Retail Association, are now in their second year and are a celebration of the impact that charity shops have within their local communities. For many, charity shops are more than a place to pick up a second-hand bargain – they are community hubs that employ local people, help volunteers find friendship, and offer support to those with first-hand experience of the causes they support.
More than 5,000 nominations were received this year and, as part of the process, people were asked to share why they were nominating their favourite shop. When asked what makes Blythe House’s New Mills shop so special, members of the public said:
“Small but perfectly formed. Treasure trove of goodies. Regular stock changes. Good prices and all for a good cause.”
“Friendly and helpful staff who always show care and consideration to their customers. A wonderful cause. The shop is always well kept and laid out and a wonderful addition to the community.”
Jayne Oldham, New Mills Shop Manager, said: ‘We are absolutely delighted to have been shortlisted for the UK’s Favourite Charity Shop Awards in the East Midlands. This recognition is a real testament to the incredible support we receive from our dedicated team of volunteers, who work so hard to make the shop a welcoming and vibrant place.’
Robin Osterley OBE, Chief Executive of the Charity Retail Association, said: ‘Congratulations to all the shops that made the shortlist and thank you to everyone who made a nomination. The level of support the Awards continue to inspire highlights just how much charity shops mean to their local communities. We are now calling on the public to cast their votes and decide which shops will be crowned winners in 12 areas across the UK.’ People can vote for their favourite shop until 2 October 2025 at:
https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8448060/Vote-in-The-UK-s-Favourite-Charity-
Shop-Awards-2025
Voting closes at midnight on Thursday 2 October. To see all the shortlisted
shops and for more details about the Awards, visit:
https://charityretail.org.uk/the-uks-favourite-charity-shop
Blythe House Hospice shop shortlisted for prestigious national award
