Coming Soon: All Aboard Charity Shop

17/01/2026

We’re pleased to announce that All Aboard Shops, a well-established chain of charity shops, will soon be arriving at Hart Shopping Centre.

Founded in 1987 by Stella Lucas MBE, All Aboard Shops has grown into a network of 25 charity shops across the UK, raising vital funds for a wide range of UK-registered charities. Through the sale of donated goods, All Aboard provides grants that support meaningful projects and services across the country.

Charities and causes supported (examples)

  • Care homes and support services for the elderly

  • Schools and programmes for children with disabilities

  • Support for cancer patients and related research or services

  • Educational projects across local communities

Broad focus areas

All Aboard grants typically support organisations working in the following fields:

  • Health and wellbeing

  • Welfare and community support

  • Education and learning opportunities

  • Local community projects

  • Causes that help vulnerable groups such as children, older adults and families

All Aboard is also committed to sustainability, encouraging shoppers to give pre-loved possessions a second life. Through the sale of clothing, homeware, bric-a-brac and small electrical items, the shops help raise much-needed funds for community projects while promoting reuse and reducing waste.