thrift & thrive medway
a new enterprise dedicated to supporting the Medway community
Thrift & Thrive (Medway) is committed to making a positive impact on the Medway community by providing support and resources to those in need. Our focus is on creating a thriving and inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
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Our mission is to reduce food waste and minimize landfill while fostering creativity, confidence, and practical skills through recycling, repurposing, and reusing. We will be organising a variety of events and initiatives to bring the community together and raise awareness about important social issues.
We operate at two locations:
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Chatham Shop - 125-127 High Street, Chatham, ME4 4DH
monday - saturday 9.30am - 4.30pm
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Retail superstore for pre-loved furniture, homewares, soft furnishings, white goods, electricals, toys, books and… well, just come and see for yourself!
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The revival (previously the emporium), 1-9 High Street, Chatham ME4 4EN (Old High Street Intra)
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currently closed for makeover
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The Bite Bar and Community Green Grocers remain open 11 am - 2 pm Monday to Friday
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A Crisis Centre – stocking life essentials and crisis supplies
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Home to our large free school uniform bank
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Retailing a vast range of budget-friendly and vintage pre-loved clothing, homewares and more. Look out for the vinyl records department, complete with a jukebox!
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Practical Partnerships – private space at The Emporium, where you can get face-to-face advice from our brilliant partner organisations, such as Citizens Advice and the NHS.