EUR
GBP
USD
In Your Basket (0)
There are no more items in your cart
- Updated :
- Published :
- label
- favorite 0 likes
Wondering how to dispose of an old sofa? Many people organise a bulky household waste collection with their local council, but if your unwanted sofa’s in good condition, you should consider donating it to charity.
And, if you’re still looking to replace your old sofa, then why not take a look at the sofas, chairs, sofa beds, and corner sofas here at Sofas by Saxon? Browse the range to find handmade furniture that’s made to last with FSC-certified timber frames, supportive cushioning, and high grade upholstery.
Please note: Unfortunately, we can’t arrange the sofa donation for you, but if you contact one of the charities below, they should be able to help.
Why donate your sofa to charity?
According to the Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures, and Commerce (RSA), each year the UK throws away approximately 672,000 tonnes of furniture. The society advises that over half of this waste could be re-used. Only 17% of unwanted sofas are re-purposed, with the remainder going to landfill.
There are charities, community projects, and upcycling schemes across the UK that are desperate for our old furniture, with sofas being among the most in-demand pieces. By donating to one of these, not only will you be keeping your sofa out of landfill, but you will also be providing a worthy organisation with a donation that they can use to further their cause.
To help you find somewhere you can donate your sofa, we’ve put together the below directory of UK charities, projects, and not-for-profit companies that are looking to put unwanted sofas to good use — many even offer free collections, so it’s inexpensive and hassle-free to dispose of your old sofa. We’ve included some organisations that operate nationwide and others that work regionally, so there should be an option that is convenient for you. Click the links below to jump to the area of your choice.
South West
Wales
West Midlands
Yorkshire and Humber
Fire labels: Important advice when donating your sofa
As stipulated by the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire Safety) Regulations 1988, It is illegal to supply second-hand sofas “in the course of business or trade” that do not have their permanent fire safety label still attached.
This means that charities selling sofas to the general public for fundraising purposes cannot accept sofas that do not have their fire label attached. However, charities that pass sofas on to needy persons (either for free or a nominal fee) may be able to accept sofas without their label attached.
If your sofa does not have the fire safety label attached, contact the charity beforehand to ensure they can accept it.
The permanent fire safety label is usually sewn or stapled to the sofa, beneath the cushions. It should feature the caution “CARELESSNESS CAUSES FIRE”, and information as detailed in Part II of Schedule 7 of the Regulations.
UK-Wide charities accepting donations
These charities operate on a large scale across the country, with branches in most large towns and cities. Visit their websites to find your local store and organise a sofa collection.
Age UK
A charity that is dedicated to helping older people live life to the full. They provide essential support, advice, and companionship for millions of people up and down the country.
Age UK accepts donations of good-quality sofas to their dedicated furniture shops in Blackpool, Boston, Bridgnoth, Leigh, Milton Keynes, Newport, Orpington, Polegate, Shanklin, and Wigan.
Barnardo’s*
Barnardo’s is a charity committed to improving the lives of vulnerable children in the UK, dealing with a whole range of issues, such as poverty, domestic violence, and disability.
Select shops around the country can receive or collect sofas. It is advisable to contact your local store before arranging your donation. Find your local Barnardo’s furniture store.
Betel*
An independent Christian charity that works to solve problems created by drug addiction. They run a number of centres that provide residential programmes for recovery.
Betel’s charity shops focus on pre-loved and restored furniture, and create work-experience opportunities for residents. Collection or drop-off can be arranged by calling a local shop. Find out more here.
British Heart Foundation
A charity dedicated to fighting coronary heart disease through cutting-edge research, education and providing support for people living with heart and circulatory conditions. Over the last year, the BHF Furniture stores have sold over 140,000 donated sofas and chairs.
You can book a free sofa collection online (apart from in Northern Ireland).
British Red Cross
The British Red Cross is a humanitarian organisation that provides support in crisis situations in the UK and around the world. They specialise in providing first-aid training, as well as relief for victims of conflicts and disasters.
They have a variety of dedicated furniture stores across the UK that can accept sofa donations, and can also arrange collection depending on location, value, and condition of the sofa.
Cancer Research UK
Cancer Research UK is dedicated to funding revolutionary research into fighting and beating cancer. They also provide information and support for victims of the disease. The charity operates a national network of stores throughout the UK, accepting donations of all kinds of items. Your sofa can be assessed and collection arranged through a dedicated donation app. Find out more here.
DEBRA
DEBRA is a charity that focuses on research and support for people who suffer from Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), a genetic skin condition.
They run over 100 charity shops in the UK, including some dedicated furniture and electrical stores that are happy to accept sofa donations. These stores also offer free collections, which can be booked online. Find out more here.
DEBRA
DEBRA is a charity that focuses on research and support for people who suffer from Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), a genetic skin condition.
They run over 100 charity shops in the UK, including some dedicated furniture and electrical stores that are happy to accept sofa donations. These stores also offer free collections, which can be booked online. Find out more here.
Emmaus
A charity that supports the homeless by providing residence in a community where they can work and get the help they need to get back on their feet. Each community is self-funded through social enterprises that also give residents a chance to contribute.
Emmaus offers sofa collections if you’re located within 15 miles of one of its 12 furniture and electrical shops.
Forces Support
Forces Support is a charity dedicated to providing practical support for families that have lost a loved one during armed conflict. They mainly focus on supplying professional maintenance personnel to take care of tasks that may have built up since the loss of a family member.
The charity is always on the lookout for furniture, including sofas, in good condition that can be sold in their stores. Find your local branch and enquire about home collections online.
Oxfam
A charity that aims to eradicate world poverty and famine by tackling its root causes. They undertake many projects across the globe, working to bring food, water, and healthcare to the communities that need it the most.
Oxfam accepts sofas in good condition, though it is best to contact your local store to ensure they can accommodate larger furniture. You’ll find specialist Oxfam furniture shops in Liverpool, Mirfield, Nottingham, Southampton, Norwich, Cambridge, Dunstable, Huddersfield, Leeds, Rochester, Sheffield, and Stratford upon Avon.
PDSA
The PDSA is a veterinary charity with the aim to care for every pet. They focus on preventing illness and suffering for pets, providing treatment for those that are sick and injured, and educating people about animal welfare.
There are over 150 PDSA shops in the UK, all of which rely on donated goods to raise funds. Some of these shops accept furniture — it’s best to call your local store before delivering your sofa to see if they can take it.
The Salvation Army*
The Salvation Army is a Christian charity that provides a variety of community services, as well as tackling issues like homelessness, human trafficking, and poverty.
The charity runs a nationwide chain of stores that sell donated goods to raise funds. Their high-street shops sell some furniture items, so it’s advisable to ring your local branch before donating a sofa to see if they can accept it. They also have two shops specialising in furniture in Luton and Glasgow which can also collect.
Sense
A charity that provides essential support for those who are deaf-blind or have sensory impairments. They employ skilled staff and volunteers to ensure that people can live full and independent lives in their communities.
Sense has over 100 charity shops that take donations and sell goods to raise funds for their work. Their larger stores can accommodate furniture, including sofa donations, but it’s best to get in touch beforehand to see if they have space.
Shelter
A charity that helps people deal with poor housing conditions or homelessness through advice, support, and legal services. They offer assistance through their website, a hotline, and in person at centres across the UK.
Shelter runs shops throughout the UK that contribute to fundraising, and these rely on donations for their stock. Sofa donations are welcome, though only if space allows. They have specialist furniture stores in West Bromwich, Erdington, Motherwell, and Sunderland. Find out more here.
Sue Ryder
Sue Ryder is a charity that offers specialist palliative care through their facilities and also in patients’ homes. The charity also provides advice and support for family members and loved ones.
One of the main routes of fundraising for the charity is through their charity shops, which are located up and down the country. They accept donations of all shapes and sizes, including furniture. They offer free collection for sofas, which can be arranged online. Find out more here.
YMCA*
YMCA is a Christian charity that focuses on helping young people to thrive in their communities. There are many branches in the UK, offering accommodation, family services, health services, training, and support for youngsters who need it.
Provided they have the space, YMCA shops accept sofas in good, clean, sellable condition. Before donating, it’s best to contact your local branch to see if they can take it or to arrange a free sofa collection.
Regional charities accepting sofa donations
These charities and organisations are mostly based in regional areas, and are often involved in work with their local communities.
Sofa donations in the East Midlands
Gainsborough Furniture Recycling Centre, Gainsborough
If you are looking for sofa donations in Gainsborough, this community-interest company is focused on providing affordable, pre-loved furniture to those who are on low incomes or benefits. Proceeds from sales are used to cover the project running costs.
Gainsborough Furniture Recycling Centre offers a free collection service provided you are located within 15 miles of the town centre — you can arrange delivery by contacting the project. Your sofa must be in good condition as it will be re-used.
Address: Unit 10 Edlington Court, Heapham Road South, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1LT
Telephone: 01427 238 948
Email: mpicksleygfrc@gmail.com
Hope Community Services, Worksop
Hope Community Services work in the local community to promote social inclusion and tackle homelessness. Their aim is to empower individuals so that they can be independent and self-supportive, offering short-term aid like accommodation and food, as well as providing long-term support with advice and guidance.
The charity operates a social enterprise, with clothes shops and furniture warehouses in Worksop and Retford. They are grateful for any furniture donations, which will be used to furnish the residences of those trying to get back on their feet. A great option for sofa donations in Worksop, they offer free collection, which can be arranged by getting in touch.
Address: Unit 3, 44-46 Carlton Road, Worksop, S80 1PH
Telephone: 01909 478 690
SOFA, Loughborough
SOFA, or Suppliers of Furniture and Appliances, aims to increase the amount of furniture recycling in Leicestershire and to make donated furniture available to the local community at affordable prices. The charity also provides volunteer opportunities for those who want to help or those that are seeking work experience.
The charity welcomes donations of furniture, including sofas, and can offer free collection across Charnwood and some parts of Leicestershire. Get in touch to arrange a pick-up, though be sure to check their donation checklist before you do to make sure everything is in order.
Address: Towles Building, Clarence Street, Loughborough, LE11 1DY
Telephone: 01509 262 557
St. Barnabus Hospice, Lincoln
St. Barnabus Hospice is a great choice for sofa donations in Lincoln. They provide excellent palliative care for those individuals in Lincolnshire nearing the end of their lives through a caring and compassionate service.
They operate 22 charity shops which are an essential source of funding. St Barnabus Hospice relies on donations to stock these stores, including sofas, so you can be confident that your contribution will be going towards a good cause. They also offer collections, which can be arranged by contacting them. Find out more here.
Telephone: 01522 559 500
The Arches, Nottingham*
The Arches is a Christian charity and practical resource centre working in partnership with Trent Vineyard, offering furniture and household essentials free of charge to those in need.
The Arches accepts 2-seater sofas in good condition, up to 2 metres in length. You can arrange a donation by getting in touch.
Address: The Arches, Easter Park, Lenton Lane, Nottingham, NG7 2PX
Telephone: 0115 950 8774
Email: info@thearchesnottingham.org
The Furniture Project Nottinghamshire, Boughton
The focus of The Furniture Project Nottinghamshire is to take unwanted furniture and goods, and pass them on to families and individuals who need them urgently. Excess stock is also made available to the public, with the funds going towards the future of the organisation. The project covers an area of approximately 600 square miles in the north of Nottinghamshire.
The Furniture Project is grateful for donations of household items, including sofas, provided they are in good condition. They offer free collection from addresses within their operating area — you can get in touch to arrange a pick-up. Find out more here.
Address: Forest Road, New Ollerton, Newark, NG22 9PL
Telephone: 01623 836 410
The REACT Project, Coalville
The REACT Project was created by MRC, a charity that aims to improve the quality of life in north-west Leicestershire through positive community activity. The programme provides training for unemployed people in woodwork and furniture re-use, allowing them to improve their skillsets. It relies on donated furniture from the public to provide materials to work with, and items are eventually sold on to generate funds for the charity.
You can donate your sofa to REACT, who will happily receive it and use it as part of their programme — simply get in touch with them to arrange a convenient collection time.
Telephone: 01530 512 454
Email: info@mrc.uk.net
Work-Link Project,Hinckley
Work-Link is a charity that specialises in providing unemployed individuals who are not able to undertake formal training or education with the opportunity to enhance their skills and find fulfilment. The project creates roles for these individuals as part of its furniture and electrical goods re-use operation, whether it is handling items in the warehouse, providing customer service in the shop, or using computers in the office.
Work-Link accepts donations of many types of household furniture and electricals in good condition, making them a great choice for sofa donations in Hinckley. A large proportion of the furniture that they re-issue goes to vulnerable families. Simply arrange a free collection by giving them a call. Find out more here.
Telephone: 01455 634 449
Sofa donations in the East of England
Asperger East Anglia, Norwich
A charity that works to give sufferers of Asperger syndrome as much independence as possible, something that they achieve through support and assistance for the individual and their family. They are a great choice for sofa donations in Norwich.
Asperger East Anglia runs a shop in Beccles that sells donated goods, furniture (including sofas), and electricals to raise money for the organisation. They also provide experience and training for volunteers in a retail environment. They welcome any drop-offs, but can also collect from local addresses in and around Beccles.
Address: 1/1A Market Street, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 9AQ
Telephone: 01502 715 500
Email: shop@asperger.org.uk
Cambridge Re-Use, Cambridge
A charity that takes donations of furniture, electrical goods, and household items, and provides them to those on a low income or benefits. They also promote community closeness and increase awareness about avoiding landfill waste and helping the environment.
They accept good-quality items and can collect them from locations that are within a 20-mile radius of the city, making them the ideal choice for sofa donations in Cambridge. Find out more here.
Address: Unit H, 347 Cherry Hinton Road, Cambridge, CB1 8DH
Telephone: 01223 576 535
Email: donate@cambridgereuse.org.uk
Gatehouse Caring in East Anglia, Bury St Edmunds
Gatehouse Caring in East Anglia is a charity that provides many community services, such as a food bank and care centre for the elderly. They run a furniture re-use store that provides items to those on a low income or benefits, making them a great option for sofa donation in Bury St Edmunds.
They have a warehouse facility where all of the donated furniture, including sofas, is stored. Here, people can browse and choose the items they would like. Gatehouse can collect sofas in the local area, and you can arrange this by getting in touch. Find out more here.
Telephone: 01284 754 967
Email: info@gatehouse.org.uk
Keech Hospice Care, Luton
Keech Hospice Care are a charity that provide free, specialist care for adults in Luton and south Bedfordshire, and children from Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Milton Keynes, who have life-limiting and terminal illnesses.
They have 32 charity shops in the region and sell donated goods and furniture (including sofas) to help raise the £6 million a year they need to continue their support. Drop-offs are welcome and they offer free collection for large or bulky good-quality items from Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire, book a sofa collection here.
Address: Great Bramingham Lane, Streatley, Luton, LU3 3NT
Telephone: 0800 032 3440
Email: retail@keech.org.uk
North Herts Centre for Voluntary Services, Letchworth
North Herts Centre for Voluntary Services (NHCVS) is an organisation that provides community support for charities, local groups, and projects, helping them get off to a good start and continue to prosper. Initiatives they are involved in include play schemes for children, a community café, and a transport system for those with special needs.
Another project that NHCVS has created is Furniture Link, which provides donated furniture to low-income families at a reduced cost. It also helps to keep useable items out of landfill. If you are looking to make a sofa donation in Letchworth, they are a very good choice. It’s best to get in touch to find out how you can donate your sofa. Find out more here.
Address: Furniture Link, 669 Saunders Close, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, SG6 1PF
Telephone: 01462 683 800
Email: lucynottingham@nhcvs.org.uk
T.R.E.E, North Essex
Tendring Reuse and Employment Enterprise (T.R.E.E.) is a charity that creates opportunities for volunteers and placements to gain work experience. They specialise in offering these to people with learning difficulties, the unemployed, and young people not in education, employment, or training (NEET).
They accept good-quality donated furniture that is reused and sold at a low cost to those on a low income. T.R.E.E. can collect your sofa from locations in and around Clacton, Braintree, Chelmsford, and the rest of northern Essex. You can also drop donations off at the Braintree and Chelmsford branches. Find out more here.
Telephone: 0300 999 9007
Big C, Norfolk and Waveney
Big C is a charity that is determined to beat cancer in the Norfolk and Waveney area, funding equipment for hospitals and leading research into the disease. The charity also offers support and information through their drop-in centres.
They operate 11 charity shops in the region, which bring in about one third of annual income for the charity. They accept donations of furniture, like sofas, which can be sold to raise funds. They also collect large items.
Telephone: 01953 603 320
Email: enquiries@big-c.co.uk
The Re-use Centre, Bedford
If you are looking for sofa donations in Bedford, The Re-use Centre is a charity that takes donations of good-quality furniture, white goods, and household electronics, and passes them onto those on low incomes or benefits for a reduced cost. These goods are also made available to the general public at a regular price, with funds going back into the charity. Additionally, the Centre provides opportunities for unemployed volunteers to gain experience that will help them get back into work.
The Re-use Centre is always looking for donations, and sofas are always welcome. Collections can be arranged, but it’s best to call ahead to check they can take a donation. Find out more here.
Address: 1a Gadsby Street, Bedford MK40 3HP
Telephone: 01234 353 578
Email: mail@thereusecentre.org.uk
Sofa donations in London
Princess Alice Hospice, Esher
A hospice that specialises in providing palliative care for residents of Surrey, south-west London, and Middlesex. Their team of doctors, nurses, therapists, social workers and social workers provide a high level of service for both inpatients and those in their homes.
Princess Alice Hospice collects large items of furniture which are then sold on to raise funds for their operation. Contact their furniture collection team to arrange a pick-up for your sofa.
Address: Princess Alice Hospice, West End Lane, Esher, KT10 8NA
Telephone: 020 8547 2710
Email: contact@pah.org.uk
St. Christopher’s Hospice, Bromley
The hospice provides specialist palliative care to residents of south-east London, providing support to over 6,000 patients a year. St. Christopher’s helps those suffering from terminal illness with both residential and home care from their skilled staff.
The hospice runs several charity shops throughout the area, each raising funds for the charity through donated goods. They have dedicated furniture shops in Dulwich and Locksbottom, which both accept unwanted sofas. Contact their team to arrange a collection. Find out more here.
Address: 59 Lordship Lane, Dulwich, SE22 8EP
Telephone: 020 3441 1981
Address: 373 Crofton Road, Locksbottom, Orpington, Kent, BR6 8NR
Telephone: 01689 860 737
Barnet Furniture Centre, Barnet
A not-for-profit organisation that specialises in taking unwanted household items and providing them to the borough’s low-income families for an affordable price. They operate a two-tier system that allows furniture to be passed on for free or for a discount. They also provide work experience for those who have been out of work for some time.
The Centre is always looking for good-quality furniture, including sofas, and they operate a free collection service in the borough of Barnet and surrounding areas. Get in touch to arrange your pick-up. Find out more here.
Address: 4 Queens Parade Close, Friern Barnet, London N11 3FY
Telephone: 020 8361 6802
Resco Living, Hounslow
A charity that operates in Hammersmith, Fulham, and Hounslow, providing essential work experience, training, and support for those who are socially and economically disadvantaged with the aim of helping them get back into work. Their goal is to prevent poverty by empowering individuals to be self-sustainable.
Resco Living has been running a furniture showroom for over six years, which accepts donations of good-quality furniture, including sofas. The items are then sold to raise funds for their project.
Telephone: 020 3405 4860
North London Hospice
North London Hospice runs three facilities that are dedicated to providing the best care for people with potentially life-limiting illnesses in the London boroughs of Barnet, Enfield, and Haringey. They provide support for both inpatients and those residing at home through their team of doctors, nurses, and other staff.
They run 18 charity shops across northern London, which provide around 10% of income for the hospices. You can arrange a free sofa collection by calling their retail department. Find out more here.
Telephone: 020 8343 6813
Royal Trinity Hospice, Clapham
A hospice that specialises in providing high-quality and compassionate end-of-life care for patients. They also provide a valuable support service for both patients and their loved ones, helping them to deal with difficult situations.
Royal Trinity Hospice runs a dedicated furniture shop called Putney Furniture, which deals in modern, antique, retro, and designer pieces. The store has been in operation since 2010, and gratefully accepts donations of furniture, including sofas, which they can also collect. Find out more here.
Address: 212-216 Putney Bridge Road SW15 2PA
Telephone: 020 8704 1660
Sofa donations in the North East
Community Sustainability Services, Sunderland
Community Sustainability Services is a Sunderland-based charity whose main objectives are to supply pre-owned and renovated furniture to those in need, while also providing other community services such as volunteer opportunities, as well as gardening services for the elderly.
The charity relies on people donating furniture to their cause, which they can sell on to raise funds or supply to low-income households, making them a great choice for sofa donations in Sunderland. They can take drop-offs or you can arrange collection through their website.
Telephone: 0191 549 4343
Email: info@csshelp.org.uk
County Durham Furniture Help Scheme, Chilton
A charity that specialises in the provision of good-quality pre-loved furniture to those in need of it. They take items that would have gone into landfill, repair them where necessary, and redistribute them in order to combat poverty in the local area.
CDFHS relies on kind donations of furniture and other household items to achieve their targets, so your sofa will be very kindly received. They also offer collections, which can be arranged by contacting them by email or phone. Find out more here.
Telephone: 01388 721 509
Email: info@cdfhs.org.uk
Orange Box, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Orange Box is a community interest company that aims to combat poverty in the local community by providing affordable furniture and household goods to those on low income, reducing landfill, and providing volunteer opportunities to those that are unemployed. Its profits go back into the organisation to create jobs, expand the range of services, and invest in new equipment.
In the last six months of 2016, the not-for-profit recycled over 50 tonnes of unwanted furniture, and supplied over 2000 items of furniture to 600 households.
Orange Box is always on the lookout for donations of furniture and electricals that are in good condition, making them a great choice for sofa donations in Newcastle. They collect from many locations throughout the North East, so it’s worth getting in touch to arrange a collection.
Telephone: 0191 224 2116
Email: orangeboxnortheast@yahoo.com
St. Clare’s Hospice, Jarrow
St Clare’s is an independent hospice that provides palliative care to those from South Tyneside. They run six charity shops throughout the region, which provide essential income for the running of the facility.
These shops rely on kind donations from the public, and are always on the lookout for clothes, bric-a-brac, and household goods. Three branches accept sofas and other furniture. They also offer a free collection service that can be arranged by getting in touch.
Address: 41 Grange Road, Jarrow, NE32 3JY
Telephone: 0191 483 5950
Address: 48-54 Frederick Street, South Shields, NE33 5ED
Telephone: 0191 427 1205
Address: 22 Fowler Street, South Shields, NE33 1NA
Telephone: 0191 456 0640
Email: info@stclareshospice.co.uk
St. Oswald’s Hospice, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
A hospice dedicated to providing quality end-of-life care to people with incurable diseases. They have facilities for both adult and child care, and are supported by a specialist staff of doctors, nurses, therapists, support workers, and volunteers.
St. Oswald’s operates 28 shops across Tyneside and the wider North East, which rely on donations from the public to generate income for the hospice. They are grateful for donations of furniture, making them a great option for sofa donations in Newcastle. They are also able to collect from locations in the region.
Main address: St Oswald’s Hospice, Regent Avenue, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 1EE
Telephone: 0191 285 0063
Email: enquiries@stoswaldsuk.org
Teesside Hospice, Middlesbrough
Teesside Hospice was founded in 1982 with the aim of providing care for local people suffering from life-limiting illnesses in the region. They offer holistic care, ensuring their patients’ physical, emotional, and spiritual needs are taken care of.
They have 13 charity shops that generate essential funding for the hospice. These stores are always on the lookout for donations of assorted bric-a-brac, clothing, books, and furniture. So, if you are searching for sofa donations in Middlesbrough, the hospice makes a great choice. They are also able to offer free collections for larger items.
Telephone: 01642 811 140
Under the Bridge, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Under the Bridge is a charity that works with the Tyne Housing Association to manage the region’s homelessness services, mainly their direct access hostel and healthcare centre. The charity also runs support services like occupational therapy and training schemes.
The charity operates two furniture shops in Byker and Heaton, which rely on donated goods for their stock. Funds raised go towards the charities operating costs and also to a furniture workshop, which teaches skills to people who are homeless and those with learning difficulties and mental health problems. They will gratefully receive your sofa donation, and also offer a collection service. Find out more here.
Address: Heaton Terrace, Byker, NE6 1JR
Telephone: 0191 228 4928
Address: Heaton Park Road, NE6 5NR
Telephone: 0191 276 6471
Sofa donations in the North West
Cheshire Furniture Re-use Forum
Established in 2007, the Cheshire Furniture Re-use Forum is a charitable group of organisations operating in and around Cheshire that take preowned and unwanted furniture and repurpose it to donate or sell at a low cost to those in need. They also provide employment and experience opportunities for the community.
The group provides an easy collection service for furniture, appliances, bikes, and other household items that are in good condition. Pick-up bookings can be made through an online form or by calling.
Telephone: Find your local project.
Email: contact@cfrf.org.uk
Christian Concern, Crewe*
A Christian charity that is focused on providing support for the community through the recycling of unwanted furniture. Much of the furniture is given to those who need it the most, but funds are also raised through sale for a range of community projects and work experience opportunities.
Christian Concern are always looking for quality furniture donations, making them a great option for sofa donations in Crewe. They can also collect items from homes in the Crewe and Nantwich area.
Telephone: 01270 586 186
Derian House Children’s Hospice
Derian House is a children’s hospice based in Chorley that provides important respite and end-of-life care for more than 400 children and young people. Their team of palliative care nurses provide a range of services, including music therapy, hydrotherapy, and counseling.
The Hospice has three charity shops that generate vital income for the running of the facility. The stores are always on the lookout for contributions, including furniture like sofas. The preferred method of donation for large items is via their free collection service.
Email: info@derianhouse.co.uk
Telephone: 01257 271 271
Address: Chancery Road, Astley Village, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 1DH
Hope Direct, Manchester
A charity whose objective is to improve the lives of children in developing countries, such as Sierra Leone and Cameroon, by providing education, food, clothes, and other essentials. They take donations of furniture and household goods, which are sold on to generate funds for their work.
They can arrange for a pick-up of large items, like sofas, from the Manchester area. A booking can be made through their website.
Telephone: 0161 227 6700
Email: hope4udirect@yahoo.co.uk
Impact Housing, Cumbria
Impact is a housing association that runs a furniture project. As well as selling donated items to families at affordable prices, they pass items on to those in severe hardship or fleeing domestic violence. They also provide valuable experience for those out of work.
Impact Furniture Services (IFS) will gladly accept donations of furniture of all shapes and sizes, as their project relies on them to continue doing their work. They also offer free collections.
Carlisle
Address: IFS Carlisle, Centre 47, Nelson Street, Carlisle, CA2 5NE
Telephone: 01228 633 655
Email: ifscarlisle@impacthousing.org.uk
Penrith
Address: IFS Eden, Unit 1, Swainsons Yard, Myers Lane, Penrith, CA11 9DP
Telephone: 01768 210 555
Email: ifseden@impacthousing.org.uk
Workington
Address: IFS Allerdale, Units 6 & 7 Enterprise Court, Derwent Howe industrial Estate, Workington, CA14 3YP
Telephone: 01900 68648
Email: jaya@impacthousing.org.uk
Barrow in Furness
Address: IFS Furness, Unit 12, Forge Close, Barrow in Furness, LA14 2UF
Telephone: 01229 311 002
Mustard Tree, Manchester
A charity that is dedicated to combatting poverty and preventing homelessness in the Greater Manchester area. They take donations of a wide variety of items that are made available at affordable prices through each of their branches.
Mustard Tree is seeking donations of clothes, food, and much more for their work in the area. They also accept donations of furniture, including sofas. Get in touch to arrange a free sofa pick-up. Find out more here.
Telephone: 0161 228 7331
Email: info@mustardtree.co.uk
The Furniture Station, Stockport
A charity based in Stockport that is dedicated to fighting poverty in the local community. They do this by taking donated furniture and providing it to families and individuals in need for just a nominal fee. This access to household items allows them to establish a more stable and independent lifestyle.
Furniture Station can collect large items, such as sofas, from locations across the Greater Manchester and east Cheshire area. Pick-ups can be booked in by phone or through the collection request form on their website. Find out more here.
Telephone: 0161 456 0717
The River, Manchester
A christian based charity established in 2013 supporting survivors of domestic abuse, regardless of age, faith, race or gender. As a charity their passion is to help families and their dependants made vulnerable through facing or fleeing domestic abuse and those affected and marginalised by poverty, homelessness and in many cases, unemployment. With a dedicated team, they provide a spirit of care, a place of safety, hope and healing with a practical approach to assisting and empowering clients.
The River also run a charity shop, van and cafe which are all staffed by volunteers, introducing them to new skills, experience and helping them grow in confidence or volunteers using their skills to help The River. They also provide training and some basic courses which often develop into nationally recognised qualifications through the training links they have.
The River collect all items of furniture, electricals, household, fancy goods and unwanted or used gifts or jewellery. Items are sold to raise funds but also given for free to clients in the most financially deprived cases.
The charity registered number is 1153700.
Address 1298-1300 Ashton Old Rd, MANCHESTER M11 1JG.
Contact No. 0161 371 5522
Text 07930353902
Email donatetotherivermanchester@gmail.com
Website www.therivermanchester.org.uk
The Wesley, Manchester
If you are looking for sofa donations in Manchester, The Wesley is a charity that runs a furniture project with the aim of providing low-cost, affordable items to those who need them the most. Donations are brought to their shop units where they are assessed, repaired or renovated, then displayed for sale. They also provide job, volunteer, and training opportunities for the community.
The Wesley is looking for good-quality furniture, which can be either dropped off at one of their shops in Fallowfield or Hulme, or collected from your home. They pick up from addresses throughout Greater Manchester and north Cheshire.
Telephone: 0161 226 9051
Email: info@thewesley.org.uk
Sofa donations in Northern Ireland
Action Cancer
A national Northern Irish charity dedicated to saving lives and supporting local people whose lives have been affected by cancer, both directly and indirectly. Some essential services they provide include breast screening, therapy, health check-ups, and providing support, all of which are partly funded by donations.
Action Cancer runs 18 charity shops which offer an important revenue stream for their good work. They are grateful for donations of many items, including sofas, which they can sell on to generate funds.
Telephone: 028 9080 3344
Email: info@actioncancer.org
CAN, Coleraine, Ballymoney, and Ballymena
CAN (Compass Advocacy Network) is a user-led charity for people with learning disabilities aged 12 and over. They run a range of projects and social enterprises that encourage people to improve confidence and self-reliance, as well as enhancing their employability skills.
One of the projects that they run is based around furniture recycling, generating funds for the charity and providing experience and training for the people that they help. Furniture can be donated if it is in good condition, and they also provide collections in the Causeway Coast and Glens Council area. Find out more here.
Telephone: 028 2766 7775
Email: info@compasspeople.org
East Belfast Mission, Belfast*
The East Belfast Mission is a Christian charity that works across communities to offer a range of services, such as counselling, theatre groups, homelessness support, and employability programmes, among many others.
They run charity shops as well as recycling projects, both of which are in need of donations, including sofas. Items are sold on to raise funds for the work of the charity. It’s best to call ahead to see if they require your furniture before donating.
Telephone: 028 9074 2219
Email: info@ebm.org.uk
Foyle Hospice, North West of Northern Ireland
Foyle Hospice provides palliative care for patients from across the north-west of Northern Ireland with cancer or other life-limiting illnesses. It costs around £2.8 million per year to run the facility, and a large chunk of that comes from donations, including those to their charity shops.
The hospice operates four charity shops, which are always on the lookout for a variety of items, including furniture.
Telephone: 028 71 359 888
Email: fundraising@foylehospice.com
MindWise
MindWise is a national charity that operates throughout Northern Ireland. Its goal is to provide support those who are at risk of, or affected by, severe mental health issues. They work to provide essential services such as mental health training and counselling, as well as aiming to lobby and campaign to political representatives, institutes, and the public to raise awareness.
They run three charity shops which provide essential income, relying on kind donations from the public for stock. Their New Style Furniture store in Magherafelt specialises in all kinds of items, including sofas, and also offers pick-up of large items. Find out more here.
Telephone: 028 7963 4834
Email: info@mindwisenv.org
Northern Ireland Hospice, Belfast and Newtownabbey
Northern Ireland Hospice and Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice provides specialist care for children, young adults, and adults who suffer from life-limiting illnesses.
They get a lot of their funding from their chain of 26 charity shops, which sell a great range of items that have been kindly donated. They also accept donations of furniture, including sofas, and can collect on request if a drop-off cannot take place.
Telephone: 028 9024 1549
Email: information@nihospice.org
Storehouse Belfast, Belfast*
If you are looking for sofa donations in Belfast, Storehouse Belfast is a Christian charity that aims to prevent poverty in the local community by providing the needy with food, clothes, and furniture when they need it the most. Their furniture project sees donated items being distributed among those who are living without the essentials in life.
They are always in need of good-quality furniture, including sofas.
Address: Temple Court, 39 North Street, BT1 1NA
Telephone: 028 9023 6333
Sofa donations in Scotland
Restart Lochaber, Fort William
Restart Lochaber are a community interest company, based in Fort William. Providing residents and businesses in Lochaber with an easy way to have their unwanted furniture and household goods reused for the benefit of others in the community.
All reusable items will be collected free of charge. Find out more here.
Telephone: 01397 701 624
Email: office@restartlochaber.co.uk
Website: restartlochaber.co.uk
EFI, Edinburgh
A charity that works towards giving the homeless and other vulnerable people a place to live and a sense of belonging in their community. They use donated items to give to new homes or to sell to raise funds for their project, making them a great option for sofa donation in Endinburgh.
FourSquare is always on the lookout for furniture donations through their EFI Refuse operation, including sofas, and they can also collect large items via their convenient pick-up service. Find out more here.
Telephone: 0131 557 7900
Email: donations@foursquare.org.uk
Furniture Plus, Fife
Furniture Plus’s main goal is to fight poverty and homelessness, while promoting social inclusion by providing donated furniture to the people who need it most — low-income individuals and families. They also provide volunteer experiences for people currently looking to get back into the job market.
Furniture Plus relies on kind donations of good-quality household items to keep their operation fully stocked. They will collect unwanted sofas free of charge.
Telephone: 01592 654 546 or 01383 720 131 (Dunfermline)
Sense Scotland
This is the Scottish branch of the UK charity that provides support for people who are deafblind or have sensory impairments. They carry out essential work through their staff and volunteers to make people’s lives easier and more independent.
Sense Scotland has charity shops throughout the country that accept donations of items, including furniture to generate funds for the charity. Some stores can accommodate larger items like sofas, but it’s best to check beforehand. You can also use the details below to arrange a free sofa collection. Find out more here
Telephone: 0300 330 9292
Home Basics, Scottish Borders
Home Basics looks to provide the essentials for those in need, and they do this by repurposing donated furniture and electrical goods and giving them to those on means-tested benefits.
They are always on the lookout for items that are in good condition, including sofas, and can also offer free collection in the Scottish Borders area via their pick-up service.
Telephone: 01896 870455 (Walkerburn) / 01450 363974 (Hawick)
Email: walkerburn@homebasics.org.uk / hawick@homebasics.org.uk
Bethany Christian Trust, Edinburgh*
A Christian charity that aims to tackle homelessness and help people on low incomes get back on their feet by providing them with basic amenities like furniture.
The Bethany Christian Trust is always seeking new donations of good-quality furniture, including sofas, and other household goods, which are used to fill empty homes or sold to raise funds. They also have a collection service which can be arranged in the Edinburgh area.
Telephone: 0131 561 8904
Castle Furniture Project, Fife
The Castle Furniture Project works to turn around unwanted household goods and furniture and provide them at affordable prices to those on low incomes or who are disadvantaged. They also provide essential work experience for people who have been out of work for a while.
They always welcome donations of quality items, such as electricals, furniture, mobile phones, and baby equipment. For larger goods like sofas, they can arrange a collection. Find out more here.
Telephone: 01334 654 445
SSVP Scotland*
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SSVP) has operated in Scotland for over 160 years. A Catholic Christian organisation, they work in a number of areas to improve lives and communities through services like prison visits, home visitations, and youth projects.
Their charity shops are always in need of donations, and may even be able to accommodate large items of furniture like a sofa. It’s best to get in touch with a local branch to see if this possible first
Telephone: Find your local store.
St Margaret of Scotland Hospice, Glasgow
A hospice whose skilled staff provide expert palliative treatment for those with life-limiting illnesses, and older people with complex medical and nursing needs. They aim to provide compassionate care, as well as support for families and friends of patients.
The hospice runs 11 shops in Scotland, and they are always looking for good-quality furniture donations. They also provide free collection for large items. Find out more here.
Telephone: 01968 677 529
Email: Use website contact form.
Sofa donations in the South East
Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice Care, Farnham
A hospice that is dedicated to providing exceptional end-of-life care for patients across the whole of west Surrey and north-east Hampshire, as well as essential support for friends and family.
They run a chain of 20 charity shops, including dedicated furniture showrooms that provide vital income for the running of the hospice. Donations of sofas are always welcome provided they are in resalable condition.
Telephone: 01252 710 679
Woking and Sam Beare Hospices, Woking and Weybridge
Woking Hospice has operated since 1996, providing specialist palliative care and support for patients and their families living in central Surrey. Sam Beare Hospice can be found within Weybridge Hospital and is also ran by Woking Hospice.
The hospice has a number of charity shops that provide essential revenue, but they also have a dedicated home interior store that accepts donations of furniture, including sofas. Find out more here.
Telephone: 01483 487 710
Woking Community Furniture Project, Woking
If you are looking for sofa donations in Woking, the Woking Community Furniture Project is a charity that works to turn around unwanted furniture and other household goods and provide them to those on low incomes at affordable prices. They also provide essential volunteering experience for people in need of it.
They are always looking for good quality items, including sofas, to use as part of the project. They can collect or accept drop-offs at their furniture store.
Address: Knaphill Home Interiors Shop, 27A-29 High Street, Knaphill, Woking, Surrey, GU21 2PP
Telephone: 01483 750 005
Email: wokingcfp@gmail.com
Furnistore, Redhill*
A project whose aim is to support the community by offering affordable household items, providing essential work experience for volunteers, and diverting goods going to landfill. Donations go towards helping families in need and generating funds for the project.
They gratefully accept donations of furniture, including sofas, and can collect or take delivery at their warehouse.
Address: 34 Holmethorpe Avenue, Redhill, RH1 2NL
Telephone: 01737 773 133
Email: enquiry@furnistore.co.uk
Central Aid High Wycombe, High Wycombe
Central Aid is an organisation that has been helping those who are in need in their community for over 110 years. One of the ways they help is by providing donated furniture at affordable prices to individuals and families on low incomes or no incomes at all, making them a great choice for sofa donations in High Wycombe.
They are always grateful of any furniture donations, and sofas are one of their most requested items. The charity can also collect from nearby locations. Find out more here.
Telephone: 01494 443 459
Email: furniture@central-aid.org.uk
Martlets Hospice, Brighton
Martlets Hospice in Brighton provides palliative care for those with life-limiting illnesses and conditions, while providing essential support for family and friends of patients. They do this through a skilled staff who practice expert yet compassionate care.
The hospice runs 10 charity shops that provide an important revenue stream for the facility, including two dedicated furniture stores. They are always looking for good-quality donations, which makes them such a good choice for sofa donations in Brighton. Large items can also be collected. Find out more here.
Telephone: 01273 721 188 (Hove) / 01273 588 808 (Peacehaven)
Email: trading@martlets.org.uk
Necessary Furniture, Canterbury
If you are looking for sofa donations in Canterbury, Necessary Furniture is a project that specialises in turning around unwanted, pre-loved household goods and furniture and providing them at an affordable price to those that need them most. They also offer valuable work experience and training opportunities.
The initiative is always on the lookout for donations of good-quality furniture, including sofas, and can even pick up from local addresses. Find out more here.
Address: Necessary Furniture, 2B Canterbury Industrial Park, Island Rd, Canterbury, Kent CT3 4HQ
Telephone: 01227 712 680
Sobell House Hospice, Oxford
Sobell House Hospice is based in Oxford and specialises in providing essential end-of-life care for those with life-limiting diseases and conditions. They also provide psychological, social, and spiritual care to those facing bereavement.
The hospice is a great choice for sofa donations in Oxford as they operate two dedicated furniture warehouses in Witney and Bicester. They can also collect from addresses in Oxfordshire.
Telephone: 01993 700 660 (Witney) / 01869 245 235 (Bicester)
Email: mail@sobellhospice.org
Sofa donations in the South West
Cornwall and Plymouth Furniture Re-use Project
A community-based project that specialises in repurposing unwanted furniture for those who are in need. They also provide essential work experience opportunities.
The initiative is always in search of good-quality donations of furniture, including sofas, and they can also collect large items.
Address: 7 Union Street, Stonehouse, Plymouth, PL1 3NB
Telephone: 01752 600 277
Email: info@cpfrp.org
Turntable Furniture, Exeter
Looking for sofa donations in Exeter? Turntable Furniture is a project that looks to collect furniture, electrical items, and carpets that are in good, clean condition, with a view to passing them on to those in need, while preventing them from going to landfill. It also provides the opportunity for unemployed people to gain experience and skills.
Turntable is grateful for donations, and can collect large items of furniture like sofas. Alternatively, they can also be dropped off at their warehouse space.
Address: Swan Yard, Okehampton Street, Exeter EX4 1DS
Telephone: 01392 202 032
Email: office@turntable.org.uk
ReFURNISH, Devon
A charity whose aim is to collect unwanted household goods and repurpose them before they are sent on to landfill. The items are offered at affordable prices to the community, so they can find a new home. They also give discounted prices to pensioners and those on means-tested benefits.
ReFURNISH is always on the lookout for furniture that is in clean, serviceable condition. Simply get in touch to arrange a sofa collection.
Telephone: 01752 927 002
The SOFA Project, Bristol
The SOFA Project, or ‘Shifting Old Furniture Around’, is an initiative that aims to prevent unwanted furniture and other household goods from entering landfill by repurposing them to sell at affordable prices. This sets them apart as a great option for sofa donations in Bristol.
The SOFA Project is always in need of good-quality furniture like sofas. They collect from areas in and around Bristol on certain days of the week — their schedule is available on their website.
Telephone: 0117 954 7800
Furniture Recycling Project Gloucestershire
A charity whose main aim is to aim to re-use furniture, electrical goods, and household items for the benefit of the community, while helping to reduce social exclusion. Donated goods are made available to those that need them the most.
The project needs donations of furniture to help stock their operation, so they are kindly received as long as they are in good condition. They also offer a collection service across the county.
Telephone: 01452 524 333
Email: admin@frpglos.org.uk
Furniture Recycling Project Gloucestershire
A charity whose main aim is to aim to re-use furniture, electrical goods, and household items for the benefit of the community, while helping to reduce social exclusion. Donated goods are made available to those that need them the most.
The project needs donations of furniture to help stock their operation, so they are kindly received as long as they are in good condition. They also offer a collection service across the county.
Telephone: 01452 524 333
Email: admin@frpglos.org.uk
Dorset Reclaim
Dorset Reclaim is a charity that aims to prevent unwanted furniture and other household goods going to landfill, while also providing reclaimed items to those who are on low incomes at affordable prices.
They operate a collection service in the areas in and around Dorchester, Poole, and Bournemouth, and are always looking for furniture items in good condition, including sofas.
Telephone: 01202 773 384 (Bournemouth) / 01202 679 080 (Poole) / 01305 267 711 (Dorchester)
Email: ray@dorsetreclaim.org.uk (Bournemouth) / george@dorsetreclaim.org.uk (Poole) / angie@dorsetreclaim.org.uk (Dorchester)
Waste Not Want Not, Wiltshire
Waste Not Want Not is a charity based in Chippenham, which takes unwanted items of serviceable furniture, household goods, and electrical items to pass on to those with low household incomes and all over 60s.
The charity picks up sofa donations from Chippenham, Corsham, Calne, Malmesbury, Melksham, Trowbridge and the surrounding areas. Items must be in good condition.
Telephone: 01249 447 140
Email: wnwn303@aol.com
St Margaret’s Hospice, Somerset
St. Margaret’s Hospice is based in Somerset and specialises in providing high-quality palliative care for those who suffer from life-limiting illnesses or conditions. They also provide support for friends and family of patients.
The hospice runs charity shops in Mendip, Sedgemoor, South Somerset, Taunton Deane and West Somerset that rely on donated items from the public for their stock. The shops are a vital revenue for the hospice, providing valuable funds that go towards patient care. Donations of furniture are welcome, and you can enquire about home collections online.
Telephone: 01935 410 126
Comments (0)