Why shop with DEBRA UK

DEBRA UK charity shop in Croydon, showcasing cozy sofas, vibrant promotional posters, and cheerful balloons enhancing the atmosphere. — DEBRA UK charity shop in Croydon

We have over 80 DEBRA UK stores across England and Scotland which are vital in helping us achieve our vision of a world where no one suffers with epidermolysis bullosa (EB).

Shopping with DEBRA has many benefits, for you and the EB community:

Help fund life-changing support services and research to secure drug treatments for every type of EB
Protect our planet by preventing someone else’s unwanted items from going to landfill
Good for your pocket – grab quality finds, all at affordable prices
Connect – meet others in your local community and get to know our friendly staff and volunteers

There are plenty of reasons to shop with us and we’d love to welcome you to a DEBRA store soon.

Find your local shop

As a person with EB, I think the DEBRA shops are fantastic. The money raised goes directly towards funding much needed support for those of us with this awful condition. DEBRA delivers what it says, the help and support is amazing. Thanks to all the volunteers, staff and customers of DEBRA shops, the money you help raise is very much appreciated.

Belinda, with Dystrophic EB*

*Find out more about the different types of EB.

Protect our planet – sustainable shopping

A person relaxes on a picnic blanket in the park while holding a pair of brown pants. Nearby, a dog lies peacefully on the grass under a tree. According to the United Nations, the clothing industry emits more greenhouse gases than all the world’s planes and ships, and 80 per cent of their emissions stem from producing clothes. Just one pair of jeans requires on average 7,500 litres of water to make, equivalent to the amount of water the average person drinks over 7 years.

By shopping with us or donating to one of our stores, you are helping to find a new home for pre-loved items and protecting the planet by ensuring quality items are re-used. Something you no longer need could be the perfect fit for someone else.

If you are passionate about sustainability and love to buy from charity stores, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch: marketing@debra.org.uk.

Good for your bank balance

Not only does shopping with us make a difference to people living with EB, and is good for the planet, it is also good for your pocket.

We aim to sell good quality pre-loved items at affordable prices. You could pick up a beautiful new scarf for £4, designer sandals for £20 or a good quality sofa for £130. Visit your local shop and see what you can find.

Connect with others

Many of our customers tell us how they enjoy conversations with other customers, staff and volunteers in store. We are committed to providing excellent customer service, so if you are looking for a something specific or need help with an item, our committed team are happy to help.

I would like to give my sincere thanks to your three staff at your Ashford shop in Kent. They went beyond the line of duty to help me select furniture for my 105 year old mother. I would recommend anyone to visit your shop and talk to the staff. They certainly beat the staff in other charity furniture shops.

Customer at DEBRA Ashford store