Join your host, Terence Williams, for a six-stop tour through Bristol’s thriving vintage and second-hand shopping scene. From carefully curated retro fashion to bargain-filled charity shops and iconic resale destinations, this episode celebrates the joy of thrifting in a city that prides itself on individuality and sustainability. Every spot featured is actively trading, independently loved, and ideal for discovering one-of-a-kind finds.

👗 Places featured:

Rag Trade Boutique

Website: https://www.ragtradeboutique.co.uk

Address: 6 Park Street, Bristol BS1 5PQ

Highlights: One of Bristol’s best-known vintage shops, Rag Trade specialises in handpicked men’s and women’s vintage clothing from the 70s through to the 90s, including denim, jackets, dresses, and accessories.

Re:Up Bristol

Website: https://www.reupbristol.com

Address: 82 Park Street, Bristol BS1 5PJ

Highlights: A colourful, modern resale store focused on reworked and curated vintage fashion. Known for bold streetwear, statement pieces, and a strong sustainability message.

Loot Vintage

Website: https://www.lootvintage.co.uk

Address: 3 St Nicholas Street, Bristol BS1 1UB

Highlights: A favourite for affordable vintage and second-hand clothing, with rails packed full of retro shirts, jackets, dresses, and denim — great for treasure hunters and bargain seekers.

Sobey’s Vintage Clothing

Website: https://sobeysvintageclothing.co.uk

Address: 104 Cheltenham Road, Bristol BS6 5RW

Highlights: A long-standing independent vintage shop offering well-organised rails of classic menswear, womenswear, and timeless pieces from multiple decades.

Revive Charity Shop (Stokes Croft)

Website: https://revivecharity.org.uk

Address: 21 Stokes Croft, Bristol BS1 3PR

Highlights: A popular charity shop known for high-quality second-hand clothing, furniture, and homeware. A great stop for ethical thrifting while supporting local community causes.

Gloucester Road Vintage & Charity Strip

Website: https://visitbristol.co.uk

Address: Gloucester Road, Bishopston, Bristol BS7

Highlights: One of the longest stretches of independent shops in Europe, Gloucester Road is packed with vintage stores, charity shops, and resale gems — ideal for a full afternoon of thrifting and browsing.