Stokes Croft charity shopDiscover high-quality, second-hand treasures and help support people out of homelessness in Bristol.
Located in the heart of Bristol’s independent and arty Stokes Croft, our largest charity shop is a treasure trove of second-hand furniture, homewares, beds, mattresses, electrical items and an ever-changing mix of quirky, vintage and upcycled finds.
Spread across two floors, you’ll find pre-loved furniture downstairs to furnish your space. Head upstairs to discover our ever-changing gallery wall of second-hand art, prints and mirrors. And don’t miss the top floor, it’s packed with bedroom furniture, beds, mattresses, vintage gems, books, vinyl, and clearance steals waiting to be found!
This shop is run by our dedicated team of Emmaus companions – people currently being supported by our homelessness charity – alongside local volunteers. Every purchase helps to provide accommodation, tailored support, training and work experience for our companions.
What you’ll find in our Stokes Croft charity shop:
Pre-loved furniture: sofas, tables, chairs, wardrobes
Antique & vintage furniture pieces full of history
Electrical items & white goods in working order
Bedroom items including beds, mattresses & wardrobes
Upcycled pieces handmade by our companions
Arts, frames & mirrors to decorate your home with
Books & vinyl to add to your collection
Delivery available for larger items from just £15 – ask in store for details!
Stock changes nearly every day – no two visits are the same, so check back often!
Opening times
Monday: 10:00 – 16:30
Tuesday: 11:00 – 16:30
Wednesday – Saturday: 10:00 – 16:30
Sunday: Closed
Telephone
Location
Emmaus Bristol
Backfields House
Upper York Street
Bristol BS2 8YQ
Your impact when you shop with us
When you shop sustainably at Emmaus Bristol in Stokes Croft, you’re supporting more than just a charity shop. You’re directly helping people in our city to rebuild their lives after homelessness.
Every item you buy helps to fund our accommodation, support, training and work experience opportunities for people who have faced homelessness in Bristol. We are more than just a charity shop – find out about our Emmaus community and the difference your support makes.
Donate items to our Stokes Croft charity shop
We are always in need of good quality, saleable donations. If you have unwanted furniture, white goods, clothing, books, vinyl, bric-a-brac or other household items please do drop items off at either our Bedminster or Stokes Croft shops if possible. If not, fill in our donation enquiry form and we’ll get in touch to discuss your donation and see if collection can be arranged.
Frequently asked questions
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You can find our Stokes Croft charity shop on Upper York Street, BS2 8QJ.
The Emmaus Bristol shop in Stokes Croft is open Monday to Saturday from 10am to 4:30pm, with a late opening on Tuesdays at 11am. We are closed on Sundays.
Every purchase helps fund Emmaus Bristol’s work supporting people out of homelessness. The money raised goes towards providing a stable home, meaningful work experience, tailored support and opportunities for people to rebuild their lives. By shopping with us, you’re not just buying second-hand, you’re supporting long-term, sustainable change.
There’s no need to leave your dog at home when you visit our charity shop, as we’re dog friendly! We kindly ask that your dog is on a lead at all times in our charity shop.
Yes! At our Emmaus Bristol shop in Stokes Croft we welcome quality second-hand donations, such as furniture, white goods and other large items. Visit our donate furniture page to see what we accept and which postcodes we collect from. To enquire about a free collection, complete our donation enquiry form.
Absolutely. We accept clothing, bric-a-brac, books, small electricals and more, if everything is still in good condition. Please find these kinds of items to our Stokes Croft or Bedminster shops during opening hours.
Donations should be clean, functional, and in good, saleable condition. A good rule of thumb: would you buy it? Soft furnishings must have a valid fire safety label and children’s items need a CE label.
We are so grateful for the donations we receive, however there are some things we’re unable to take due to safety or storage restrictions. Please check our donate furniture page for larger items and our donate small items page for smaller goods. Still not sure? Give us a call on 0117 954 0886.
Yes, we offer local delivery for larger items purchased at Emmaus Bristol. Prices start from just £15. Please ask in a member of our team in-store for delivery options and prices to your area in Bristol.
We do! Browse our unique pre-loved finds on our eBay store and shop for sustainable fashion on our Vinted shop.
There are a number of ways you can get in touch with Emmaus Bristol. Call us on 0117 954 0886, pop in to see us in our Stokes Croft or Bedminster shops, or complete our contact enquiry form.
