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.
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:
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!
The revival (previously the emporium), 1-9 High Street, Chatham ME4 4EN (Old High Street Intra)
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.