Aberdeen - The Salvation Army Donation Centre
HOURS
Monday
9AM - 5PM
Tuesday
9AM - 5PM
Wednesday
9AM - 5PM
Thursday
9AM - 5PM
Friday
9AM - 5PM
Saturday
9AM - 5PM
Sunday
Closed
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About This Store
Shopping at Salvation Army Scotland
If you’re into thrift shopping, the Salvation Army Donation Centre in Scotland is a spot worth checking out. Salvation Army stores are known worldwide not just for their secondhand goods but for the way purchases help fund local community projects and support people in need. This particular location carries that same spirit, offering a range of used clothing, vintage pieces, furniture, and housewares all in one place.
Walking in, you’ll find racks of clothing spanning decades—everything from classic vintage jackets to everyday wear. The mix of items tends to change frequently, so it’s the kind of place where you can keep coming back and find something new each time. Beyond clothes, there’s usually an interesting selection of books, decorative items, and some sturdy furniture pieces that have been given a second life.
What’s great about Salvation Army stores in Scotland is the balance between vintage and practical. You don’t just get quirky or retro-looking goods; you can also pick up solid, everyday things at a fraction of retail prices. It’s a place where thrifting feels both sustainable and purposeful. Plus, you end up supporting a chain that’s committed to social good, which makes every purchase feel a bit more meaningful.
If thrift shopping is your thing and you enjoy the hunt for quality secondhand finds, Salvation Army Scotland is a reliable stop. Whether you’re looking to refresh your wardrobe with vintage flair or furnish a room without spending a ton, there’s a lot to explore here. The store’s steady turnover means no two visits are quite the same, so it’s a good spot to keep on your radar.
For more details, visit the The Salvation Army Donation Centre website.
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Google Reviews
3 months ago
My favourite charity shop. Clean and tidy, with great prices and super friendly staff. They play fab music, too 🙂
5 months ago
What a fantastic shop ! Plenty 2nd hand and new items for sale as well as quirky little ornaments and other assorted goodies . Got a really nice jacket for pennies and a lovely pair of trainers ! Manager Deb's was an absolute delight so helpful and the volunteer's where very helpful too , definitely will be back !!
3 weeks ago
First visit and disappointed. Staff/volunteers polite and friendly but 3 bags of donations of clothes/books not accepted as they said they had plenty. They maybe need to have a sale as some clothing overpriced for the quality. Handbags in a pile on the floor. Didn't buy anything. Needless to say the cancer charity shop at the beach took our donations gratefully. Sadly won't be back to the salvation army one
3 weeks ago
My friend and I recently visited the donation and charity shop in aberdeen. We were disapointed with what we saw and the smell was extremely bad. We looked for. what we had gone in to look at and found the prices expensive for a charity shop. We could no longer bare the smell in the shop we had to leave without looking around. The shop is cramped full of stuff that there isnt very much room
5 months ago
Will not be back to donate to this shop ever again, the look of disgust when i walked in was very unwelcome, several staff just looked at me! I didn’t even get asked if they could help, then after handing over two bags and explained I had more for them, I was told two bags are enough come back on Monday, needless to say I went straight to the tip with very good quality items.
