additional support IN HACKNEY
FURNITURE AND CLOTHING
This list includes a range of services, mainly in Hackney, that offer free or low-priced furniture, clothing and toiletries. When you are thinking of buying second-hand goods, it is always worth checking online first to see if you can find cheaper elsewhere.
You can find this and other lists here.
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HACKNEY MONEY HUB
If you live in temporary accommodation, you may be eligible for a free grant to buy 1 or 2 items, like a bed, cooker or fridge.
You will need to fill in an online form (help is available if this is a problem for you) at
https://hackney.gov.uk/hackney-money-hub -
BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION HOLLOWAY ROAD SHOP
Sells second-hand clothing, toys, shoes furniture and household items.
436 Holloway Road, N7 6QA
Mon-Sat: 10am - 6pm
Sun: 11am-5pm
020 7697 9995
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BUMP BUDDIES
A free service for women in Hackney who are pregnant or who have recently given birth. Help includes support at antenatal classes, breastfeeding, how to access low cost and free baby equipment and clothing, and details of local children’s groups.
You can be referred or refer yourself by filling in a form online or call 020 7033 8524
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FREECYCLE
Run by volunteers, this website lists free items offered by local residents. Just sign up and if you are interested in a particular item contact the person offering it. You can also ask for things.
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FREELYWHEELY
All listed items are free. Furniture, electrical goods, household items, etc.
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GROW BABY
54 Ivy Street N1 5JE
Support for vulnerable families with baby clothes and equipment for newborns.
Open Thurs 10.00-14.00 in term-time.
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GUMTREE
You need to register and then you can browse furniture and a huge range of other local goods which are for sale.
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HACKNEY CHILDREN AND BABY BANK
Offers families in need essential items such as nappies, buggies, clothes, shoes, toys, books and baby equipment for children aged 0-12.
If you need help with any of these items, talk to your midwife, family support worker, health visitor, food bank, social worker, or Children’s Centre, and ask them to refer you by emailing gethelp@hackneybabybank.com
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IFIXIT
Free repair guides for appliances, mobile phones, laptops, tools, games consoles and cars.
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LITTLE VILLAGE
Provides clothes, nappies, bedding, equipment and toys for babies and children up to the age of 5.
To receive help, you will need to be referred by a professional, such as a midwife, health visitor, foodbank or children’s centre.
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LOVE JUNK
Has a section offering free furniture, appliances and other large items.
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REYOOZ
Mainly office furniture (desks, tables and chairs, but also fridges, TVs, microwaves, etc).
Reasonable prices, wide range, and will deliver.
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THE LITTLE THINGS UK
235 Old Street (next to the fire station), EC1V 9EY
Clothes, toiletries, sleeping bags (and hot meal).
Wednesdays 18.30 onwards
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THE LOOP AT PEMBURY
Repairs, restores and upcycles donated furniture and appliances and resells at reasonable prices.
Open Tues - Fri, 11am - 5pm
Opposite 16 Tolsford Road E5 8HH
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WHITECHAPEL MISSION